Introduction to Mainframe Modernization: What, Why, and How? – Explore Cloud Integration, DevOps, and CI/CD
The digital transformation era is redefining how businesses operate, and modernizing legacy systems is an essential step for organizations aiming to stay competitive in this fast-paced environment. In Mastering Mainframe Modernization, this comprehensive online course equips you with the knowledge and tools to successfully upgrade and modernize your mainframe environments while integrating cutting-edge IT strategies like cloud computing, DevOps, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
What you’ll learn
- Master the essential knowledge and tools to lead a successful mainframe modernization project..
- Confidently transition legacy systems to integrate with cloud platforms and DevOps practices while ensuring system stability and business alignment..
- Plan, execute and maintain a modernization effort that fits the unique needs of their organization..
- Leverage their newly acquired skills to overcome challenges, drive innovation, and future-proof their IT infrastructure..
Course Content
- Introduction –> 1 lecture • 4min.
- Module 1: Understanding Legacy Mainframe Systems –> 4 lectures • 37min.
- Module 2: Why Modernize? Business and Technical Drivers –> 4 lectures • 36min.
- Module 3: Modernization Strategies for Mainframe Systems –> 4 lectures • 46min.
- Module 4: Building a Modernization Roadmap –> 4 lectures • 44min.
- Module 5: Cloud Integration for Mainframes –> 4 lectures • 42min.
- Module 6: Implementing DevOps Practices on Mainframes –> 4 lectures • 42min.
- Module 7: Post-Modernization: Maintenance, Optimization and Future-Proofing –> 4 lectures • 47min.
Requirements
The digital transformation era is redefining how businesses operate, and modernizing legacy systems is an essential step for organizations aiming to stay competitive in this fast-paced environment. In Mastering Mainframe Modernization, this comprehensive online course equips you with the knowledge and tools to successfully upgrade and modernize your mainframe environments while integrating cutting-edge IT strategies like cloud computing, DevOps, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
Designed for IT professionals, system administrators, and organizational leaders, this course offers actionable insights into modernizing legacy systems while ensuring stability and performance. You’ll explore how to combine the power and reliability of mainframes with modern cloud infrastructures, enabling better scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency. Through an in-depth exploration of Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) practices tailored for mainframes, you’ll learn how to automate and streamline software development and deployment processes. Additionally, the course delves into key performance metrics, helping you monitor and optimize your systems for peak performance.
Security is also a critical component of mainframe modernization. In this course, you’ll uncover the latest security management techniques and learn how to maintain compliance in hybrid environments where cloud and on-premises systems coexist. Real-world examples and hands-on exercises will prepare you to apply these strategies to your own organization.
To complement your learning, this course comes with a companion book that provides deeper insights into the subjects covered. The book serves as a comprehensive reference guide, reinforcing key concepts and offering additional resources to help you master mainframe modernization techniques.
Whether you’re leading a technical team or working directly with mainframes, this course provides the knowledge and practical steps you need to transform your legacy systems, future-proof your infrastructure, and enhance your organization’s IT capabilities.