Learn why service programs are so awesome. We will weigh the pros and cons of different options we have for creating shared routines. We’ll learn how to create a service program and how easy it is to use these shared procedures in our applications. We will discuss the importance of binder source and how using it can make updating our service programs painless. 1. What is a service program 2. How to create a service program 3. How to use a service program
Whether your team admits it or not, we all have legacy code. In this session, we will explore easy ways to modernize these programs and improve performance. We will delve into these 3 specific situations: Converting RPG programs to SQLRPGLE Using SQL when multi-member files are in use Converting PF files to SQL tables
Marina started her career in January 2015 at Everbrite LLC in Greenfield WI after graduating from Gateway Technical College in May of 2014 with an Associate’s degree in IT Software Development. Marina worked for over nine years as a Senior Programmer Analyst/IBM i admin at Everbrite... Read More →
Join Alan Seiden, a renowned expert in the IBM i community, for an open and engaging Q&A session designed to address your most pressing questions about IBM i development, modernization, performance tuning, and integration strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned IBM i professional or just starting your journey, this interactive session is your opportunity to gain insight, best practices, and expert advice directly from one of the industry’s most respected voices.
Alan will cover topics such as RPG, SQL, open-source tools, APIs, and performance optimization, while also diving into modern approaches like DevOps, cloud integration, and security best practices. Bring your questions, challenges, and ideas—Alan is here to help you solve problems, explore new possibilities, and empower your IBM i environment.
Come prepared to ask anything—and leave with solutions and inspiration for your IBM i journey!
