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What you will learn

Overview

Using Open Source tools on IBM i AS40G is a practical training course for teams that need structured, instructor-led skills in Using Open Source, IBM, AS40G Unit.

This course is designed to teach the installation and administration of open source packages on IBM i as well as teach how to use some of the open source packages that can be downloaded. Class activities include showing how to download and manage open source packages using Access Client Solutions, and how to use python, node.js, and PHP to access data in different ways on the IBM i.

Audience

Who should attend

  • Professionals who need practical knowledge of Using Open Source tools on IBM i AS40G
  • Technical, project, service management or business teams responsible for applying the topic at work
  • Managers planning team capability uplift or certification pathways

Skills Gained

  • Understand how to install and manage open source packages on IBM i
  • Learn what open source packages are available on IBM i
  • Comprehend how to use open source languages to interface with procedural programs and procedures on IBM i
  • Comprehend how to use open source languages and SQL to access data on the IBM i

Prerequisites

  • Knowledge of one of python, node.js or PHP
  • Understanding of IBM iconcepts

Outline

  • Unit 1: Introduction to open source packages on IBM I
  • Unit 2: IBM I and the PASE environment
  • Exercise 2: Working in the PASE environment
  • Unit 3: Install and manage open source packages
  • Exercise 3: Using the open source package manager
  • Unit 4: XMLserviceand iToolkit
  • Exercise 4: Access programs and procedures using python, node.js or PHP
  • Unit 5: Using SQL to access IBM i
  • Exercise 5: Access data using python, node.js or PHP
  • Unit 6: Message queues
  • Exercise 6: Using data queues with python, node.js or PHP
  • Unit 7: REST on IBM i
  • Exercise 7: Using REST with python, node.js or PHP
  • Unit 8: Apache Camel on IBM i
  • Exercise 8: Using Apache Camel

Certification

Exam and certification details

This course may support a vendor exam, digital badge or professional certification depending on the selected delivery option. Delegates should confirm exam inclusion, voucher availability, prerequisites, pass mark and version before booking.

Official vendor training information: IBM Training.

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