Join us for a collaborative session of the Db2 for z/OS Virtual User Group—an open forum for practitioners, architects, and DBAs to share knowledge, explore new features, and discuss best […]
Mainframes in Big Data In this session, Colin Knight explores the role of mainframes—particularly Db2 for z/OS—in the evolving world of big data. Drawing on his extensive experience at NatWest, […]
IMS Managed ACB Mandate After 6 Months – Adapting to the New Normal Six months after the IMS Managed ACB mandate, the landscape for IMS administrators and DBAs has fundamentally […]
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Db2 12 introduced the concept of continuous delivery and along with the base SQL and SQL PL capability delivered, there were 10 Functions levels where additional enhancements were made. Db2 […]
In today's fast-paced digital landscape, businesses demand seamless, efficient, and secure transaction processing to keep up with evolving customer expectations and market dynamics. On IBM Z, a platform renowned for […]
Effective testing is essential for building robust systems. Dive deep into a structured approach to the testing pyramid for CICS applications. Using Test4z, we will demonstrate how unit tests form […]
January 27, 2026 Db2 for z/OS continues to evolve at a remarkable pace, with 57 new enhancements delivered through continuous delivery in 2025 alone—more than one per week. While this […]
CICS Resilience & Optimization: From Flow Intelligence to Data Recovery May 12, 2026 This CICS Session is a double feature and will include two great sessions: Mastering System Synergy: A […]
Many organizations rely on large CICS applications where critical knowledge is buried in legacy code and documentation. This session explores how AI can help MF CICS professionals quickly understand applications, […]
This session explores strategies for simplifying and optimizing access path management in Db2 for z/OS environments. Attendees will gain insight into techniques for improving query performance, reducing operational complexity, and supporting more efficient database administration practices. The discussion will focus on practical approaches to tuning and optimization that help organizations improve performance, reduce technical debt, […]