Suite of foundational open source tools
IBM Open Enterprise Foundation for z/OS® is a no-cost collection of vetted open source developer tools (Git, Curl, GNU Bash, Vim, GPG, JQ and more) for z/OS that provides popular Linux® and UNIX software development tools for z/OS. It allows seamless use of development tools, simplifying talent onboarding and integration.
Use cases
Automate system tasks and streamline configuration using Bash and Perl. Use Vim and Less to write and review scripts, and leverage Ncurses to build command-line interfaces or dashboards for effective system monitoring and control.
Track code changes and manage builds with Git, Bash, and GNU Make. Automate workflows, manage source code versions, and use Curl to pull APIs or files from URLs—creating a tailored and flexible development environment.
GNU Bash is an ideal tool for automation, system configuration and administration. When combined with Perl, system monitoring and maintenance can be configured effectively. Vim and Less serve as ideal tools for writing and reviewing code within this process. Once these processes reach maturity, a UI that uses Ncurses can provide an ideal management dashboard interface.
Edit, build, and test code directly on z/OS UNIX using familiar tools. Vim supports fast, flexible editing, while Less helps navigate file content. Perl enables scripting, GNU Make manages builds, and Curl supports API testing and development.
Automate system tasks and streamline configuration using Bash and Perl. Use Vim and Less to write and review scripts, and leverage Ncurses to build command-line interfaces or dashboards for effective system monitoring and control.
Track code changes and manage builds with Git, Bash, and GNU Make. Automate workflows, manage source code versions, and use Curl to pull APIs or files from URLs—creating a tailored and flexible development environment.
GNU Bash is an ideal tool for automation, system configuration and administration. When combined with Perl, system monitoring and maintenance can be configured effectively. Vim and Less serve as ideal tools for writing and reviewing code within this process. Once these processes reach maturity, a UI that uses Ncurses can provide an ideal management dashboard interface.
Edit, build, and test code directly on z/OS UNIX using familiar tools. Vim supports fast, flexible editing, while Less helps navigate file content. Perl enables scripting, GNU Make manages builds, and Curl supports API testing and development.
Technical details
Manage updates easily with SMP/E (CBPDO, ServerPac) installable format. Both licenses (5655-OEF) and S&S (5655-EFS) are available through Shopz at no charge.
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