Mainframe Modernization: A Complete Guide Course Curriculum
Welcome to the Mainframe Modernization: A Complete Guide Course, where you will embark on a comprehensive journey to master the art of modernizing mainframe applications and data. This extensive course is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and best practices required to successfully modernize your mainframe infrastructure.Course Overview This course is carefully crafted to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of mainframe modernization, covering a wide range of topics, from the fundamentals to advanced techniques. Through a combination of interactive lessons, hands-on projects, and real-world examples, you will gain the expertise needed to drive successful mainframe modernization initiatives.
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to Mainframe Modernization
- Understanding the need for mainframe modernization
- Benefits and challenges of mainframe modernization
- Mainframe modernization strategies and approaches
- Assessing the current state of your mainframe infrastructure
Module 2: Mainframe Architecture and Components
- Overview of mainframe architecture
- Mainframe hardware and software components
- Understanding mainframe operating systems (z/OS, z/VM, z/VSE)
- Mainframe storage and data management
Module 3: Mainframe Application Modernization
- Understanding mainframe application architectures
- Identifying modernization opportunities
- Rehosting, replatforming, and refactoring mainframe applications
- Mainframe application integration with modern technologies
Module 4: Data Modernization and Migration
- Understanding mainframe data structures and databases
- Data migration strategies and techniques
- Data quality and data validation
- Data integration with modern data platforms
Module 5: Mainframe Security and Compliance
- Mainframe security threats and vulnerabilities
- Mainframe security best practices and controls
- Compliance requirements for mainframe modernization
- Implementing security and compliance in modernized mainframe environments
Module 6: DevOps and Automation
- Introduction to DevOps and automation
- Applying DevOps principles to mainframe modernization
- Automating mainframe tasks and processes
- Integrating mainframe with modern DevOps tools and pipelines
Module 7: Cloud and Hybrid Infrastructure
- Cloud computing fundamentals
- Migrating mainframe workloads to the cloud
- Hybrid infrastructure architectures
- Cloud-native services and their applications
Module 8: Mainframe Cost Optimization
- Understanding mainframe cost structures
- Identifying cost optimization opportunities
- Strategies for reducing mainframe costs
- Measuring and tracking cost savings
Module 9: Change Management and Adoption
- Understanding the human side of mainframe modernization
- Change management best practices
- Strategies for driving adoption and engagement
- Measuring and sustaining change
Module 10: Case Studies and Best Practices
- Real-world examples of successful mainframe modernization
- Lessons learned and best practices
- Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- Applying best practices to your own modernization initiatives
Course Features This course is designed to be interactive, engaging, and comprehensive, with a range of features that support your learning journey, including: - Bite-sized lessons and video tutorials
- Hands-on projects and real-world applications
- Personalized feedback and support
- Lifetime access to course materials
- Mobile accessibility and user-friendly interface
- Gamification and progress tracking
- Community-driven discussion forums
Certification Upon completion of this course, you will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service, recognizing your expertise in mainframe modernization. This comprehensive course curriculum is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and best practices required to successfully modernize your mainframe infrastructure. Join us on this journey and take the first step towards unlocking the full potential of your mainframe investments.,
Module 1: Introduction to Mainframe Modernization
- Understanding the need for mainframe modernization
- Benefits and challenges of mainframe modernization
- Mainframe modernization strategies and approaches
- Assessing the current state of your mainframe infrastructure
Module 2: Mainframe Architecture and Components
- Overview of mainframe architecture
- Mainframe hardware and software components
- Understanding mainframe operating systems (z/OS, z/VM, z/VSE)
- Mainframe storage and data management
Module 3: Mainframe Application Modernization
- Understanding mainframe application architectures
- Identifying modernization opportunities
- Rehosting, replatforming, and refactoring mainframe applications
- Mainframe application integration with modern technologies
Module 4: Data Modernization and Migration
- Understanding mainframe data structures and databases
- Data migration strategies and techniques
- Data quality and data validation
- Data integration with modern data platforms
Module 5: Mainframe Security and Compliance
- Mainframe security threats and vulnerabilities
- Mainframe security best practices and controls
- Compliance requirements for mainframe modernization
- Implementing security and compliance in modernized mainframe environments
Module 6: DevOps and Automation
- Introduction to DevOps and automation
- Applying DevOps principles to mainframe modernization
- Automating mainframe tasks and processes
- Integrating mainframe with modern DevOps tools and pipelines
Module 7: Cloud and Hybrid Infrastructure
- Cloud computing fundamentals
- Migrating mainframe workloads to the cloud
- Hybrid infrastructure architectures
- Cloud-native services and their applications
Module 8: Mainframe Cost Optimization
- Understanding mainframe cost structures
- Identifying cost optimization opportunities
- Strategies for reducing mainframe costs
- Measuring and tracking cost savings
Module 9: Change Management and Adoption
- Understanding the human side of mainframe modernization
- Change management best practices
- Strategies for driving adoption and engagement
- Measuring and sustaining change
Module 10: Case Studies and Best Practices
- Real-world examples of successful mainframe modernization
- Lessons learned and best practices
- Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- Applying best practices to your own modernization initiatives