2026 - Application Development/Cloud & Containers
2026 Application Development/Cloud & Containers
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The IBM z16 and z17 are equipped with the Telum processor which has a dedicated AI Acceleration unit. In this presentation/demonstration we will start with a simple AI model and guide you through the steps needed to have it run on the Telum AI unit, including IBMs Deep Learning Compiler.
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Many say the mainframe is vintage. Others say the mainframe is vogue. How do these different views come about and what can we all do to ensure that the mainframe is no longer regarded as old by the ignorant? What is the real problem and how do we tackle it? Come with me on a fashion journey and give the mainframe new clothes, just like a Croatian government body did. We did an in-platform modernization on Z and a mass refactoring of a PL/1 codebase with a migration from IMS to Db2 on Z incredibly fast using AI. Let me show you the details.
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Our opinion of the mainframe's most widely use language is formed by our own experience and the opinion of others. But sometimes opinions are misinformed.
This session will examine a range of commonly-held truths about the COBOL language.
It will use market and industry data to correct some of the misunderstandings, or to underscore some of the true statements.
The session aims to provide some helpful insight to decision makers, early career learners, or experienced enthusiasts some of the latest perspectives about the COBOL language and its place in today's application development world.
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AI-Powered Application Understanding & Impact Analysis
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VS Code is becoming the #1 choice of many mainframe developers. Vendors are coming up with extensions for their products. But there is always something special. Something home grown, site specific, that is a must have - typically a set of ISPF panels to kick of build or do in house reporting. Maybe something else. How do you make it available to your developers in VS Code?
Come to this session to learn how to write your first VS Code extension and make your custom in house 3270 tools available in VS Code.
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Mainframe Assembler programming remains a crucial skill for maintaining and enhancing legacy systems in industries such as finance, government, and transportation. Despite the availability of newer programming languages, Assembler continues to be valued for its efficiency and control over system resources. This paper explores how Assembler is utilized today, the challenges and opportunities it presents for the future, including the growing need for Assembler programmers, advancements in automation, and how Assembler can integrate with emerging technologies such as AI and cloud computing. Additionally, it addresses how organizations can continue to rely on Assembler while tackling the shortage of skilled professionals in this field.
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De-mystifying Abends from z/OS with watsonx.ai – what even is a sock4 (S0C4)?
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* AI can be like having an expert assistant working for you 24/7. Discover how agentic AI is transforming z/OS development workflows by acting as your companion that understands mainframe code and business logic. This session introduces AI agents that can autonomously navigate COBOL, PL/I, JCL and other codebases to answer questions, suggest improvements, and help developers understand complex legacy systems. Learn how these AI agents differ from traditional code analysis tools by providing contextual understanding and interactive assistance.
* We'll demonstrate practical use cases including code documentation generation, impact analysis for changes, and automated code review suggestions. Live examples include AI agents helping developers understand unfamiliar programs, trace data flows, and identify potential issues—all without requiring deep expertise in every corner of the codebase. Perfect for teams looking to accelerate onboarding and improve productivity.
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* AI erupted into almost every aspect of humanity a couple of years ago. Along with overarching concerns that it could eliminate entire categories of jobs, there are more nuanced questions of how good (or bad) AI actually is. Sycophantic behavior, hallucinations, doom loop, and other negative characteristics of AI can harm its usefulness.
* In this session we will discuss general and particular areas of zos application development where AI deficiencies might manifest.
* Utilizing real life examples we will propose strategies to mitigate and overcome these deficiencies, and improve AI’s ability in assisting zos application development and maintenance.
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Mainframe applications serve as the foundation for numerous organizations, facilitating essential business functions. This session will explore how generative AI and test automation offer a streamlined experience for developers and testers, thereby minimizing risks in routine development projects as well as in intricate hybrid-cloud initiatives.
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A modern approach to developing with api's on Z.