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Gain the job-ready skills for an entry-level mainframe programming role. Mainframe computers continue to power many mission-critical, financial, banking, and government agency systems. There are 220 billion lines of COBOL in use today. 43% of banking systems are built on COBOL, and 95% percent of ATM swipes rely on COBOL code.¹ COBOL is scalable, mature, and self-documenting. You'll learn about COBOL from its birth and through its evolution. You'll learn new features and aspects of the language, while also getting hands-on experience to increase your knowledge and abilities with COBOL as a whole. You’ll work with a variety of IBM, COBOL, and mainframe assets, project scenarios, including COBOL programming basics, TSO, ISPF, gaining practical experience with mainframe data management and software development techniques. This Professional Certificate does not require any prior programming skills and is suitable for learners without college degrees. Upon successful completion of this program, you’ll have analyzed the real-world mainframe environment, reviewed mainframe assets and data, and presented and created a software development plan, giving you the confidence and the portfolio to begin a career as a mainframe programmer. ¹Reuters Graphics: COBOL BluesAuto Summary
Embark on a transformative learning journey with the "IBM Mainframe Developer" course, designed to equip you with the essential skills for an entry-level mainframe programming role. This course delves into the vital role mainframe computers play in powering critical systems across financial, banking, and government sectors, emphasizing the enduring significance of COBOL, which underpins 43% of banking systems and 95% of ATM operations. Guided by expert instructors from Coursera, this program offers a comprehensive exploration of COBOL, from its inception to its modern iterations. You'll gain hands-on experience with IBM and COBOL assets, tackling project scenarios that cover programming basics, TSO, ISPF, and mainframe data management. This course is designed to be accessible, requiring no prior programming experience and welcoming learners from all educational backgrounds. Over the duration of this professional certificate, you'll develop a deep understanding of the mainframe environment, analyze real-world assets and data, and create a robust software development plan. This will empower you with the confidence and practical skills needed to launch a successful career as a mainframe programmer. Flexible subscription options, including Starter and Professional plans, ensure that you can learn at your own pace and convenience. Whether you're looking to break into the IT & Computer Science domain or enhance your current skill set, this course is tailored to help you achieve your career ambitions in mainframe development.

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