
IBM Z and LinuxONE Ecosystem Podcast
This podcast is a show from the IBM Z and LinuxONE community that gives listeners a front-row seat to the mainframe ecosystem. Each episode covers new skills, real-world use cases, and insider insights into the latest IBM Z and LinuxONE releases. It is aimed at developers, sysadmins, and IT professionals who work with or want to learn about enterprise mainframe and Linux platforms. The content is driven by community contributors and IBM experts sharing practical knowledge.
Episodes

Distributed SQL Meets LinuxONE
CockroachDB was built to keep applications running even when infrastructure fails. IBM LinuxONE was engineered to minimize failures in the first place. Together, they create an architecture designed for organizations that cannot afford downtime.In this episode, we explore Cockroach Labs’ partnership with IBM, what supporting IBM Z and LinuxONE means for enterprise customers and how distributed SQL

The Expert Who Never Retires: Agentic Root-Cause and Tested Fixes on IBM Z
Every bank has one - the engineer who is the only one that understands a critical system, and who is about to retire. In this episode, Tweezr CEO Ohad Kotler argues that the reason AI has transformed software development everywhere except the banking core isn't the code, it's the missing feedback loop: no machine-readable requirement, no visible dependencies, no fast tests. He discusses

Unlocking VSAM Data Without Changing Your Code
In this episode, we explore how organizations can make their systems more efficient without starting over. Discover how VSAM data can flow seamlessly between batch jobs and CICS - no code changes needed.Learn how this boosts availability, cuts risk, and modernizes your systems while keeping what already works. Whether you're technical or just curious, we break it down in a clear, easy-to-foll

Protecting Critical Workloads in the AI Era with Trend Micro and IBM
AI isn't just changing how we build software — it's changing how attackers operate. In this episode of the z/Action Podcast, we sit down with Trend Micro to unpack the accelerating security risks of the AI era and what a modern defense strategy looks like across IBM Z and LinuxONE, hybrid cloud, containers, and modern application platforms.The central challenge: agentic AI attacks demand

New to Z: Road to SME Podcast - Mainframe Security Simplified: Niall Ashley’s Story
Tune in as Devonte’ Hawkins and Caitlin Mooney chat with Niall Ashley, Security Technical Consultant at Vertali and IBM Champion. Niall shares his unexpected journey into mainframe security, having transitioned from aeronautical engineering. He discusses what makes mainframe security unique, strategies for learning complex concepts, and the importance of making education engaging. The conversation

Trust at the Core: How Germany’s Savings Banks Are Raising the Bar on Payee Verification in Europe
In this episode, we speak with Christian Friberg from PPI and Ralf Schopohl from SIZ to explore the evolution of EBICS, the implementation of verification of payee in the European savings banking sector, and the critical role the Mainframe plays in ensuring secure, resilient and compliant transaction processing. We discuss how PPI and SIZ began their collaboration, the origins of EBICS as a German

AI-driven mainframe access for modern developers
In this episode, we sit down with Gil Peleg, Co-founder and CEO of Geniez, which is enabling developers to connect their AI agents and applications directly to real-time mainframe data—without requiring deep mainframe expertise. This conversation explores how simplifying access to mainframe data is helping organizations retain talent, attract new developers, and keep critical workloads on the plat

New to Z: Road to SME Podcast - When Teaching Is the Moment You Become an SME — with Richelle Anne Craw
In this episode of New to Z: Road to SME, we’re joined by Richelle Anne Craw—Mainframe Software Engineer, IBM Champion, and community leader—for an honest and fun conversation about growth, curiosity, and confidence on the road to SME.Richelle shares her journey from early‑career developer to trusted expert, why teaching is often the moment you realize you’re an SME, and how transferable skills, m

Human Firewalls: Social Engineering in Mainframe Security
Even the most advanced systems can be undone by a single human misstep. In this episode of the z/Action Podcast, we explore how social engineering exploits human behavior and how awareness, culture, and continuous education can help protect mission-critical environments like IBM Z. Joining us is Niall Ashley, an IBM Champion and security professional passionate about raising awareness of the human

Innovating with Mainframe: AI, Insights and a Product Manager's Journey
In this episode of the z/Action Podcast, our community manager Natalie Carrillo speaks with Mark Schettenhelm, Principal Product Manager, about his decades long journey with the mainframe and why IBM Z continues to evolve at the center of enterprise computing. From solving mission critical problems to leveraging AI for deeper code understanding and log analysis, Mark shares how innovation, persis

New to Z: Road to SME Podcast - Pioneers in Mainframe Community Building: Steven Perva and Emma Skovgård
We’re excited to kick off the 2026 Season 2 of the New to Z: Road to SME podcast with IBM Champions Steven Perva and Emma Skovgård, exploring how community, curiosity, and modern tooling are shaping the next generation of mainframers.In this episode, we talk about their unconventional paths into the mainframe world and their work building vibrant communities like the Systems Z Enthusiast Discord

A Career Across the Ecosystem: A Mainframer’s Journey and the Evolution of OMEGAMON
In this episode of the z/Action podcast, we sit down with Vytautas Murauskas, a former IBMer who now brings his expertise to Rocket Software as part of the OMEGAMON support team. Vytautas shares his unique career journey, from his early days in the IBM Z world to his current role supporting one of the industry’s most trusted performance and monitoring tools. Along the way, he reflects on career-d

Behind the Scenes, Big Impact: Donna Hudi’s exemplary leadership in the Mainframe community
In this episode of z/Action, we sit down with Donna Hudi, IBM Champion, Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Business Development at Phoenix Software International, to explore how behind-the-scenes leadership can be one of the most powerful forms of advocacy. From being welcomed into the mainframe community with no prior Z experience, to mentoring the next generation of talent and supporting first-

New to Z: Road to SME Podcast - Breakthrough Innovation on IBM Z: Insights from Industry Leaders Rebecca & Tina
What better way to end the season than with our IBM Z Day special—featuring Tina Tarquinio, Chief Product Officer for IBM Z & LinuxONE, and Rebecca Levesque, Founder & CRO at 21CS. From AI + infrastructure to security, sustainability, and mentorship, Tina and Rebecca share smart, lively insights to help you go from New to Z to trusted SME—plus a few great stories along the way.

The z/Education! Podcast – Episode 11
This episode features Karl-Erik Stenfors, a retired IBM systems engineer and since 2015 been teaching Linux, virtualization and z/Assembler at three private universities in France, as well as teaching System Z technologies for two professional education companies. Kark-Erik has been recognized as an IBM Z and Linux One Champion for 2025!!Teaching has been a natural thread throughout his entire car

AI-Driven Decisions on the Mainframe
In this episode, you will learn how organizations are modernizing right on their mainframes, using a shared repository of decision logic to make smarter, faster, and more transparent decisions. By combining business rules with AI and machine learning, the mainframe is helping businesses unlock their full potential in today’s fast-paced digital world.Watch the episode here: https://ibm.biz/Bdb3p6St

New to Z: Road to SME Podcast – Craig Mullins on Mainframes & More
Meet Craig Mullins – From punched cards to mainframes, Craig’s journey is a masterclass in curiosity and adaptability. Discover how a college intern at US Steel became a leading voice in enterprise computing.Tune in to hear his origin story and insights on navigating tech’s evolution!

Agentic AI on IBM Z: Shaping the Future of Intelligent Enterprise Systems
Agentic AI—the next wave of artificial intelligence—goes beyond automation to enable systems that can reason, act, and adapt autonomously. On IBM Z, these capabilities unlock new frontiers for enterprises seeking resiliency, efficiency, and trust at scale. This conversation explores how businesses can harness Agentic AI to transform operations, modernize mission-critical workloads, and co-create n

New to Z: Road to SME Podcast - Green Screens & Grit: How Marcus Davage Became an SME
Marcus Davage is a seasoned technologist, lead product developer at BMC Software, and an IBM Champion. With a career that began in his teenage years—tinkering with early home computers like the Commodore 64 and Amiga—Marcus’s passion for computing led him to pursue a computer science degree and eventually discover the world of mainframes during an industrial placement at a steelworks. His journey

New to Z: Road to SME Podcast - Mainframe Roots: PJ Catalano's Path to IBM Z Test Architect
In this episode, we sit down with PJ Catalano, IBM Z Test Architect, to discuss his origin story and how he got started in the mainframe space. PJ shares his journey from being a co-op student to becoming a leading expert in mainframe testing. We also dive into the process of testing a Z system, from emulation and simulation environments to hardware and firmware integration testing. PJ explains th

Mainframe Medicine: Transforming Patient Management with Agility & AI
In this episode, we dive into the powerhouse of healthcare IT—the mainframe. From patient management to accounting and medical records, the mainframe continues to deliver unmatched reliability and scalability for healthcare organizations. We’ll explore how mainframe systems enable agility in workflows, simplify the process of upskilling, and integrate seamlessly with AI to improve patient outcomes

Smart Storage, Better Outcomes: Keeping Core Systems Customer-Ready
Behind every mission-critical transaction is data that must be available, resilient, and fast. In this episode, we explore how modern storage management keeps core enterprise systems running smoothly while adapting to new business demands. From automation to optimization, discover how smarter approaches to storage deliver real impact where it matters most—the customer experience.Stay ConnectedBe p

Moving Mountains: How Mainframes and Modern Tech Keep Big Business Connected with Connect:Direct
When global companies need to move massive amounts of data—securely and without delays—they rely on something powerful: the mainframe. In this episode, we’re joined by experts from Capgemini to explore how Connect:Direct helps enterprises transfer critical files quickly, reliably, and securely—far beyond what email or traditional FTP can handle. From syncing systems across continents to powering h

Strengthening the Mainframe Ecosystem with Izzi and ColeSoft
When you hear the word "debugging," you might picture someone tweaking a line of code or chasing down the cause of an error message. But in reality, debugging is much more than cosmetic — it’s where some of the most critical thinking in software development happens. On IBM Z—where stability, scale, and performance are non-negotiable—debugging becomes a mission-critical task that requires

The z/Education! Podcast – Episode 10
This episode features Dr. Herbert Daly, Senior Lecturer in Computer Science at the University of Hertfordshire. When Herb first approached his Head of Department about adding mainframes to the curriculum, he was told it was a great idea—but the curriculum is only reviewed every five years, and the last review had just happened six months prior. So, he was advised to check back in four and a half y

Across Continents: A Mainframer’s Journey of Advocacy, Innovation, and Mentorship
In this energizing episode, we explore the journey of a mainframe professional who has embraced innovation while making advocacy and mentorship central to their mission. This story highlights the power of mainframes in the AI era and the support gained from trailblazing women mentors. It showcases themes of growth, inclusion, and the global connections within the mainframe community. The episode e

The z/Education! Podcast – Episode 9
This episode features Geoffrey Decker, an instructor in Computer Science at the Northern Illinois University (NIU) and a firm believer in quality over quantity when teaching programming. Geoffrey encourages getting students “down and dirty into the programming” — not just teaching theory or showing pictures — so they truly “program and really test their skills.” His goal? Geoffrey wants students t

The z/Education! Podcast – Episode 8
This episode features Scott Piersall, a lecturer at the University of North Florida’s School of Computing. Scott’s journey into academia is anything but traditional—after high school, he had no plans to attend college. But after years of experience in the industry, he discovered a passion for teaching and is now pursuing a Ph.D. with a focus on machine learning. The lifelong learning takeaway? Kee

Scaling Open Source with Canonical on IBM Z and LinuxONE
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, businesses need platforms that don’t just keep up—they need ones that drive them forward. IBM Z and LinuxONE rise to this challenge by combining open-source flexibility with enterprise-grade performance, security, and resiliency. By leveraging open technology solutions, these platforms are empowering industries around the world to innovate at scale.One of t

New to Z: Road to SME Podcast - From Genes to Code: Joe Winchester's Unconventional Path to Mainframe Innovation
About the PodcastThe road from junior professional to Subject Matter Expert (SME) is a long but rewarding journey, paved with learning, mentorship, and strategic career moves. This podcast serves as a guidepost for early-career professionals, tackling key challenges such as finding mentors, gaining visibility, and building expertise. Through engaging discussions and actionable strategies, we aim t

The z/Education! Podcast – Episode 7
In this episode we talk to George Chudyk lecturer of Computer Science in Bergen Community College, New Jersey. His best advice is, “If you think of something you want to do, if you envision a solution to a problem, just do it! If you get 50 errors, fix the first two, run it again, fix the 2nd, 3rd, run it again and just try it out”! Listen to a lecturer who disputes textbooks and will tell you why

Future-Proofing Mainframe Skills: Innovating Training
Interskill Learning is the most awarded, widely delivered, and IBM-credentialed mainframe workforce training solution in the industry. It addresses critical mainframe skills gaps and empowers teams with scalable, cost-effective, on-demand access to an extensive, multimodal training resource-all year round.Join us as we explore how to build a strong skills pipeline and sustain the vitality of the m

The z/Education! Podcast – Episode 6
Dr. David Woolbright Emeritus Professor of Computer Science talks about his passion for teaching programming languages and how he made learning assembler interesting and fun!! His best advice “Be excited about what you're teaching and, if you're excited, the students will be excited!”. The biggest surprise reveal is that in his retirement he is a writer of mystery novels! Listen to this

DORA is Here: Essential Steps for Banks
The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is officially in effect, bringing significant changes to how banks and financial institutions manage ICT risks and ensure operational resilience. In this video, industry experts Monica Sasso of Red Hat, PJ Di Giammarino of JWG, and Anne Leslie from IBM discuss some of the critical concepts banks need to know to stay compliant and secure in this new reg

Modernizing Mainframe Interfaces
Virtel Web Suite is a powerful and highly scalable solution designed to extend the life and usability of legacy mainframe business applications—while cutting costs and simplifying infrastructure.According to Sebastian Dewar, CTO of Virtel, “It empowers application developers to create a modern web user interface (UI) experience with a no-code, drag-and-drop tool that requires no prior knowledge of

The z/Education! Podcast - Episode 5
“Get ready for the real world! One of the best practices in teaching is to bring in real world examples, think about the context not so much straight theory”. A must not miss, fascinating talk with Dr. Alex Citurs on the January episode of “The z/Education! Podcast”.

First Steps: Systemware Trains Next-Generation Mainframe Talent
In this episode, Systemware CEO Frankie Basso shares insights on developing the next generation of mainframe talent. With over four decades of experience in creating content management services for the IBM Z platform, Systemware is dedicated to cultivating a new wave of professionals. Basso emphasizes the critical importance of establishing a skills pipeline and explains how they introduce new rec

The z/Education! Podcast - Episode 4
Episode 4: Our guest for this episode of The z/Education! Podcast is Professor LeRoy Hardy, a lecturer at the University of North Texas, College of Business. As an alumnus of UNT, he’s thrilled to teach IBM Z at his alma mater. One of his best-known practices is incorporating IBM Z Xplore into his teaching. According to Professor Hardy, "IBM Z Xplore is an excellent opportunity for students t

Evolving the Payments Ecosystem with ACI Worldwide
“Customers are demanding faster time-to-market, and faster responses. They want more flexibility in the way that they can process payments,” says Ray Caradine, ACI Worldwide’s product director. ACI has been helping clients manage payments workloads on the mainframe for decades, so they know where the ecosystem is heading. “We see IBM Z in the context of resilience and availability,” Caradine cont

The z/Education! Podcast - Episode 3
Our guest is Dr Cameron Seay a mainframe thought leader and adjunct professor at East Carolina University. He has been in mainframes since he saw the platform in 2005. He is a “mainframer” at heart! who is passionate about teaching. He loves the community and says, anybody that learns mainframe has a competitive advantage. You don't want to miss this episode of z/Education Podcast!

Altera Keeps Data on the Mainframe
“IBM Z is the only platform we run on,” says Bob Biggs, an engineer with Altera Digital Health. “It’s always up, and it’s always available.” When one of their clients moved to a Web-based platform, it was vital that Altera’s HealthQuest medical-records solution continue to access data from the secure, reliable mainframe. Altera responded with a faster, more-efficient solution utilizing TCIP/IP an

The z/Education! Podcast - Episode 2
“Teaching is not just about delivering content, but it's also about understanding and responding to the student needs!" Listen to this inspiring conversation with Germanas Samrickis an IBM Z educator from Lithuania as he passionately shares about how education can have profound impact on a person's life and shaping their future and broadening the horizons. What about “Butter Chicken

The z/Education! Podcast - Episode 1
A conversation with IBM Z educators around the world about their journeys, success stories, best practices and more!

Controlling Data Sprawl with Mainframe Security Posture Management and ContextualAI
The mainframe data landscape isn’t pretty. “It’s a mess,” admits Jesse Sedler, 1touch’s product VP. “It's sprawled. It's all over the place. You have sensitive data on the mainframe that folks want to unlock and start using. They could be using that data in all sorts of places. A single record could be modified and copied and changed, and a thousand copies could be made.” 1touch is in t

Speed, Security, and Compliance: Accelerating Efficiency with Faster Data Distribution
Data volumes are always increasing, and that can cause bottlenecks. “Typically, our customers come to us because they run into a wall,” says Alebra Technologies CTO Bill Yeager. “They have a lot of data that they need to move within a certain window. Pretty soon, you’ve run out of time.” Alebra creates more time for mainframe customers. Bypassing traditional TC/IP, its solution enables rapid data

Relieving Tool-Sprawl with Service, Orchestration, and Automation Platforms
Tool-sprawl is a major headache. “When you look at the amount of automation tools out there, it's literally hundreds of different ones,” says Stonebranch CTO Peter Baljet. “You can't manage each one individually. Service, Orchestration, and Automation Platforms can do the automation themselves, with everything on that one back plane, so you don't have to watch every tool individual

Certify in a flash - IBM Cloud for Financial Services specialty
Get ready to certify in IBM Cloud Financial Services specialty - the quick and easy way. Tune in to our one-hour webinar for a speedy Flash Jam exam preparation session with tips and tricks on the certification exam. Our host, Natalie Brooks Powell from the IBM Center for Cloud Training, will be joined by FS Cloud expert Dave Kliemann.What to expect: An explanation of the 45-question, 75-minute ce

Data-Centric Security: Protecting the Mainframe
Data-Centric Security: Protecting the Mainframe“Data-centric security follows two principles,” explains Felix Rosbach, Comforte’s product VP. “Protect the data as early as possible, and then deprotect only when it’s absolutely necessary.” Comforte has been safeguarding mainframe data for more than 20 years. As threats grow, so does the challenge of effective cybersecurity. “Companies want to share

Certify in a Flash – IBM Cloud Technical Advocate
SummaryGet ready to certify as an IBM Cloud Technical Advocate--the quick and easy way. Tune in to our one-hour upcoming webinar for a speedy Flash Jam exam prep with tips and tricks on the certification exam.An explanation of the 66-question, 90-minute certificationApproximately 60 flashcard questions that may appear on the examWatch the replay for more study and exam prepResourcesFor the online

Need for Speed: Processing Instant Payments on IBM Z
“Time is ticking once you receive an instant payment,” says Thorsten Völkel, CEO of PPI AG. “You only have ten seconds for the round trip, sending the instant payment to the receiving bank and getting back a notification, and then sending back a notification to your customer.” Speed is about to become very important in the European Union, where instant payments will become mandatory this year. Th

Modernization Without Migration: New Tools for Mainframe Data Access
Data belongs on the mainframe, and new modernization tools are making it easier to give the right people access. “Everyone has an analyst who's not a technical user that needs to get to the data,” explains Greg Weinheimer, product manager with Cloud Software Group’s ibi business unit. “We take care of that piece, and they can just worry about analyzing the data.” Given that 70% of the world’

Certify in a Flash – IBM Cloud Professional Architect Exam Prep
Learn more at the Flash Jam exam prep session for certification as an IBM Cloud Professional Architect v6, our most popular certification. This webinar will help prepare you to succeed on the certification exam. An explanation of the 66-question, 90-minute certification 60 flashcard questions that may appear on the examAn opportunity to take the Professional Architect v6 exam for FREELearn more ab

Rock-Solid Reliability: Why Financial Institutions Rely on IBM Z
“Speaking about financial institutions, up-time is really important,” says Sapiens senior system programmer Giora Bar. “If you want a system that actually never fails, I would take the mainframe.” Over four decades, he’s seen first-hand how IBM Z plays a pivotal role in maintaining operational stability and efficiency. That’s why 92 of the world's top 100 banks rely on mainframes to host thei

Cloud certification: group study, peer support, and grit.
Be inspired and learn from the example of two IBM Champions who boosted their careers by stretching beyond their current skill sets to learn something new and certify as IBM Cloud Professional Architects.Join us for a conversation with Laticia Carrow and Janet Sun as we explore:Tips for passing the certification examThe power of IBM study materials and community programsHow to join the IBM Cloud A

Talking COBOL: Source-Code Recovery for IBM Z Modernization
“The world is running on COBOL,” says IBM’s Tom Ross, aka Captain COBOL. He’s not exaggerating: Some 220 billion lines of COBOL process $3 trillion worth of commerce every day – and 1.5 billion new lines are written each year. Modernization is constant, and that can present challenges when the time comes to compile updated programs. “When programs don’t get touched for a period of time, they bec

Certify in A Flash – IBM Cloud Technical Advocate
The Flash Jam exam prep session for certification as an IBM Cloud Technical Advocate was a hit at the IBM TechXchange conference in Las Vegas. Now, learners who did not attend TechXchange conference or who want a refresher, can get the same useful tips and tricks for certification in the same convenient one-hour format. Attendees will see:An explanation of the 66-question, 90-minute certification

The New Professional Architect: What You Need to Know
Cloud computing never stops changing. And cloud professionals are always growing and learning as the industry evolves. IBM Center for Cloud Training recently updated one of our most popular certifications: IBM Cloud Professional Architect. So, get ready to get updated on the new curricula.Join host Natalie Brooks Powell and special guest Thomas Macaulay, Curriculum Manager at IBM Center for Cloud

Certify for SAP & Tech Advocate in the Cloud
The learning begins when the IBM Center for Cloud Training discusses two upcoming study jams: IBM Cloud for Technical Advocate and IBM Cloud for SAP Specialty. Take advantage of these two great certifications and utilize the full power of IBM Cloud. IBM Cloud Technical Advocate Watch Party: Join our learning community for a Study Jam replay and the opportunity for live discussion with IBM Cloud

Discover what the IBM Cloud CTO says about the future of Hybrid Cloud
Jason McGee, CTO of IBM Cloud, discusses how industry leaders make innovation happen in their changing markets and where these transformations will take us next. Tune in for a lively conversation on trends that are emerging for businesses and for individuals, for technical and non-technical workers. Led by Natalie Brooks Powell, GTM Leader for the IBM Center for Cloud Training, this episode will f

Follow my lead. How one IBMer certified fast
Watch the April 27th episode of IBM Community Webinar to learn how one IBMer joined a Study Jam and earned her certification within weeks. Join the IBM Center for Cloud Training’s Natalie Brooks Powell, Go To Market Leader, as she interviews IBM Account Executive Kelly Dlabaj about her certification journey. In this episode you’ll learn:Study hints and best practices How and why to access past S

IBM Cloud for SAP. Certify today. Succeed tomorrow
The IBM Center for Cloud Training announces the new certification: IBM Cloud for SAP. Professionals who earn their IBM Cloud for SAP certification will learn how to transform businesses, including:When to implement SAP on IBM Cloud:Scenarios for migrating existing SAP workloads to IBM CloudCompute and storage considerations for SAP on IBM CloudNetworking and security solutions

Cloud Professional Developer: faster time to certify
Watch ICCT’s upcoming TechXchange webinar about the curriculum changes in IBM Cloud Professional Developer and discover how to help build a better cloud. Learn about updates in the developer curriculum, reducing the study time to approximately 15 hours down from 55 hours, with about half as many courses as before. And the content isn’t just shorter; it has been restructured to be more aligned with

Making Assembler Accessible with Dave Cole and z/XDC
Dave Cole remembers his first encounter with the TSO TEST command, back during the mid-1970s. “I said to myself, I can do better,” he recalls, concluding, “I did better.” Four decades later, ColeSoft z/XDC is the benchmark of assembler tools, relied on by IBM Z developers worldwide for analyzing code. z/XDC continues to evolve -- and it’s helping train the next generation of IBM Z talent. “It’s ex

Delivered with a Blue Bow: Unboxing the IBM z16 Rack Mount
Delivered with a Blue Bow: Unboxing the IBM z16 Rack Mount “When ours rolled into the warehouse, it had a blue bow on it,” Jim Fyffe recalls with a chuckle. He’s not kidding; the IBM z16 rack mount is a special machine. This new system is designed with sustainability in mind. It’s the same IBM z16 with the Telum processor, and the security and reliability of IBM z16, but in a rack, delivered in a

AI Has Entered the Chat and It's Shaking Up Cybersecurity
With the sudden onset of AI, data threats have changed and increased in velocity almost overnight. “This wave of change is going be a lot faster than some of the previous waves that have hit technology,” says PKWARE CTO Jason Dobbs. “It's important that everybody hits this head on, almost immediately.” PKWARE has used AI and machine learning for years. Listen and learn how PKWARE and IBM c

The Importance of Advocacy in Building a zSystems Career
The Importance of Advocacy in Building a zSystems Career “Advocacy is all about sharing,” says Mainline Information Systems' Dusty Rivers – and he walks the talk. Dusty has been an advocate throughout his entire career. As an IBM Lifetime Champion for zSystems, he’s inspiring a new generation of zSystems professionals. Join IBM advocacy leader Shari Chiara as she and Dusty discuss the ongoing

He’s leading by example in Cloud certification. His team is up to the challenge
In this webinar, we look at what happened when one IBM Director earned IBM Cloud certification – and challenged his team to follow. Learn how they exceeded expectations and what they hope to gain from certification.

Become an IBM Cloud Professional Architect
In February, we discuss ICCT’s newly streamlined Study Jam for one of the most in-demand roles in Cloud. It’s the fastest, easiest way to prepare for your certification exam.

VMware, IBM Cloud, and you. It’s a perfect certification fit
No one knows more about IBM Cloud for VMware solutions than IBM. Learn how to design, build, and run VMware environments efficiently in the IBM Cloud. Find out about this latest specialty certification from the award-winning IBM Center for Cloud Training.

Meet Data - Migration Challenges with a Modern Web UI
Data migration doesn’t have to be daunting. A modern Web interface can help reduce friction, making the process faster, easier, and more productive. With tools like the IBM Transparent Data Migration Facility (TDMF) for z/OS, scrolling through green screens is a thing of the past. Join 21st Century Software’s Brandon Wilkie and Chris Hartley, and IBM’s Fiona King, as they take a deep dive into w

Running to the Mainframe: Modernization Without Disruption
Running to the Mainframe: Modernization Without Disruption“I ran to the mainframe,” Rocket Software CEO Milan Shetti says with a chuckle, recalling his journey to the IBM zSystems platform. “Mainframe is the backbone of so many industries, and it’s the greenest platform out there.” After decades pioneering IT innovations, Shetti joined Rocket in 2020 with a mission of driving modernization witho

Embracing the Challenge: Women and the IBM zSystems Platform
When UNICOM’s Michelle Harris started her career in the IBM zSystems world 30 years ago, women were a rarity. Today there are boundless opportunities for women on the zSystems platform, but nurturing them requires dedicated attention. Programs like IBM Z Xplore and innovations like Zowe are making zSystems more accessible and more attractive. From recruiting talent, to developing skills, to nav

12 certifications in 11 months. The route to certification success.
12 certifications in 11 months. Learn one IBMer’s philosophy for continually learning thru training and certifications.

Get your start with IBM Cloud Advocate
IBM Cloud Advocate is the gateway to cloud computing – and for many people, to a new career. Watch our next episode of Tech TV on October 20th, to hear how two IBMers working at different jobs in different countries pursued the same cloud certification.Natalie Brooks Powell - Strategy & GTM Leader, IBM Center for Cloud TrainingJulius Okwo, CISSP - Security Compliance LeaderRonald Wagner - IBM

Security Engineer, Fast-track your way to success
Security Engineer is one of the most highly sought-after job roles in the Cloud industry. Learn more about this profession and how to become an IBM Cloud Security Engineer on our upcoming TechTV Episode, September 19.Natalie Brooks Powell - Strategy & GTM Leader IBM Center for Cloud Training James Belton - Office of the CTO, IBM Center for Cloud Training

Cloud Technical Advocate: Go beyond Cloud basics
When it’s time to go beyond cloud basics with a deeper technology dive, it’s easy to certify as an IBM Cloud Technical Advocate. Learn more about what it takes to get your IBM Cloud Technical Advocate certification on our latest Tech TV episode on September 15. This program features a discussion on the IBM Cloud Technical Advocate training curriculum and certification. It features a discussi

Powering Modernization in the Financial Services Industry with IBM zSystems
Powering Modernization in the Financial Services Industry with IBM zSystems The IBM zSystems platform is leading digital modernization in the financial services industry, offering superior value and performance. Finwave is at the forefront of this transformation, including factoring, leasing, banking, securities, consumer credit, compliance, and more. Hear how Finwave is helping clients integrate

Ransomware is Everybody’s Problem – How to Protect Your Data on IBM zSystems
Ransomware is real. Years of ever-increasing cyberattacks have made cyber resiliency top-of-mind. Chances are your most-important data resides on your IBM zSystems platform. How do you protect it? Architectural concepts around air-gapped, third data copies — sometimes referred to as “safe harbor” or “cyber vault” — have become very popular. Join us as we dive deep on how cloud object storage can p

IBM Security Behind the Shield: Shamoon Ten Years Later - What we've learned (and what we haven't)
On Aug. 15, 2012, Saudi Arabia’s national oil company, Saudi Aramco, was hit by one of the worst cyberattacks the world has ever seen. The result was a devastating wiping of data across 85% of Saudi Aramco’s Microsoft-based technology, affecting tens of thousands of workstations. A decade later, and the frequency and severity of cyberattacks have increased, while tech policy in most of the Western

Re-taking an exam: The route to certification success
Learn from an IBMer who has “been there, done that” why candidates who fail a certification exam re-take the test. The discussion features Francis Poeta, who has earned 27 IBM certifications but who also has failed exams — plus the announcement of a new program called “Second Chance” to help candidates who want to re-take an exam.
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