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Mainframe Modernization; Strategies for a Cloud-First Future

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What does the Mainframe Modernization course cover?

Mainframe Modernization is covered here in 8 modules: Introduction to Mainframe Modernization: Why modernize mainframe applications?, Assessing and Prioritizing Mainframe Applications: Developing a modernization roadmap, Mainframe Modernization Approaches: Refactoring: modernizing mainframe application code and 5 more. The outline lists 32 specific topics, opening with what is mainframe modernization? and closing with final thoughts and recommendations.

How do you approach Mainframe Modernization step by step?

The work is sequenced in 8 stages. It starts with Introduction to Mainframe Modernization: Why modernize mainframe applications?, moves through Assessing and Prioritizing Mainframe Applications: Developing a modernization roadmap and Mainframe Modernization Approaches: Refactoring: modernizing mainframe application code, and ends at Conclusion and Next Steps: Summary of key takeaways, Resources for further learning.

What is in Module 1 of the Mainframe Modernization course?

Module 1 is Introduction to Mainframe Modernization: Why modernize mainframe applications?. It works through what is mainframe modernization?, why modernize mainframe applications?, benefits and challenges of mainframe modernization and 1 more. It sets the vocabulary the remaining 7 modules build on.

How is the Mainframe Modernization course delivered?

The Mainframe Modernization course is fully self-paced with immediate online access after enrolment. Access does not expire and future updates are included at no cost. It can be taken on any device, and a certificate of completion is issued by The Art of Service when you finish.

How much does the Mainframe Modernization course cost?

The Mainframe Modernization course is $199 as a one time payment. There is no subscription, no per seat licence and no hidden fee. Enrolment carries a 30 day satisfied or refunded guarantee, so it can be assessed in full before you commit.

Closely related courses: Mainframe Modernization and Mainframe Modernization Kit, Mainframe Monitoring and Mainframe Modernization Kit, Mainframe Integration and Mainframe Modernization Kit, Mainframe Migration and Mainframe Modernization Kit.

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Mainframe Modernization: Strategies for a Cloud-First Future



Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to modernize mainframe applications and migrate them to a cloud-first environment. Through a combination of interactive lessons, hands-on projects, and real-world case studies, participants will gain a deep understanding of mainframe modernization strategies and best practices.



Course Objectives

  • Understand the benefits and challenges of mainframe modernization
  • Develop a comprehensive strategy for modernizing mainframe applications
  • Learn how to assess and prioritize mainframe applications for modernization
  • Understand the different approaches to mainframe modernization, including rehosting, refactoring, and rearchitecting
  • Gain hands-on experience with mainframe modernization tools and technologies
  • Develop a roadmap for migrating mainframe applications to a cloud-first environment


Course Outline

Module 1. Introduction to Mainframe Modernization: Why modernize mainframe applications?

  • What is mainframe modernization?
  • Why modernize mainframe applications?
  • Benefits and challenges of mainframe modernization
  • Overview of mainframe modernization strategies

Module 2. Assessing and Prioritizing Mainframe Applications: Developing a modernization roadmap

  • Assessing mainframe application portfolios
  • Prioritizing mainframe applications for modernization
  • Identifying candidates for rehosting, refactoring, and rearchitecting
  • Developing a modernization roadmap

Module 3. Mainframe Modernization Approaches: Refactoring: modernizing mainframe application code

  • Rehosting: migrating mainframe applications to a new platform
  • Refactoring: modernizing mainframe application code
  • Rearchitecting: redesigning mainframe applications for a cloud-first environment
  • Hybrid approaches: combining rehosting, refactoring, and rearchitecting

Module 4. Mainframe Modernization Tools and Technologies: COBOL and PL/1 modernization tools

  • Overview of mainframe modernization tools and technologies
  • COBOL and PL/1 modernization tools
  • Mainframe data migration and integration tools
  • Cloud-based mainframe modernization platforms

Module 5. Cloud-First Mainframe Modernization: Cloud-based mainframe modernization platforms

  • Overview of cloud-first mainframe modernization
  • Cloud-based mainframe modernization platforms
  • Migrating mainframe applications to the cloud
  • Cloud-based mainframe modernization case studies

Module 6. Mainframe Modernization Best Practices: Mainframe modernization metrics and monitoring

  • Mainframe modernization governance and management
  • Mainframe modernization testing and quality assurance
  • Mainframe modernization security and compliance
  • Mainframe modernization metrics and monitoring

Module 7. Mainframe Modernization Case Studies: Best practices for mainframe modernization

  • Real-world mainframe modernization case studies
  • Lessons learned from successful mainframe modernization projects
  • Best practices for mainframe modernization
  • Mainframe modernization challenges and solutions

Module 8. Conclusion and Next Steps: Summary of key takeaways, Resources for further learning

  • Summary of key takeaways
  • Next steps for mainframe modernization
  • Resources for further learning
  • Final thoughts and recommendations


Certificate of Completion

Upon completing this course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service. This certificate is a testament to the participant's knowledge and skills in mainframe modernization and cloud-first strategies.



Course Features

  • Interactive and engaging content
  • Comprehensive and up-to-date curriculum
  • Personalized learning experience
  • Practical and real-world applications
  • High-quality content and expert instructors
  • Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
  • Flexible learning options and user-friendly interface
  • Mobile-accessible and community-driven
  • Actionable insights and hands-on projects
  • Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access
  • Gamification and progress tracking
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