Master AS/400 Development: Become an IBM iSeries Programming Pro

Course Syllabus: IBM AS/400 Developer Fundamentals

Module 1: Introduction to IBM AS/400 Platform

• Overview of IBM AS/400 (now known as IBM i) Platform
• Historical Background and Evolution of AS/400
• Understanding AS/400 Architecture and Components
• Key Features and Capabilities of IBM AS/400

Module 2: AS/400 Development Environment Setup

• Setting Up Development Environment for IBM AS/400
• Installing IBM i Access Client Solutions (ACS) or IBM Rational Developer for i (RDi)
• Configuring Connection to AS/400 Systems
• Understanding Object Management and Library Structure in AS/400

Module 3: Programming Languages on AS/400

• Introduction to Programming Languages Supported on AS/400: RPG, COBOL, CL, etc.
• Overview of Integrated Language Environment (ILE)
• Choosing the Right Programming Language for AS/400 Development Projects
• Setting Up Development Environment for Different Programming Languages

Module 4: IBM RPG Programming Basics

• Introduction to RPG (Report Program Generator)
• Understanding RPG Programming Constructs: Specifications, Operations, etc.
• File Handling and Data Manipulation in RPG
• Creating Simple RPG Programs and Modules

Module 5: Advanced RPG Programming Techniques

• Subroutines and Procedures in RPG
• Using Built-In Functions and Operations in RPG
• Implementing Data Structures and Arrays in RPG
• Error Handling and Exception Management in RPG Programs

Module 6: COBOL Programming on AS/400

• Introduction to COBOL (Common Business-Oriented Language)
• COBOL Programming Constructs: Data Division, Procedure Division, etc.
• File Handling and Data Manipulation in COBOL
• Creating and Executing COBOL Programs on AS/400

Module 7: CL Programming Basics

• Introduction to CL (Control Language)
• Understanding CL Program Structure: Commands, Parameters, etc.
• Creating CL Programs for Basic System Administration Tasks
• Interacting with RPG and COBOL Programs from CL Programs

Module 8: Database Access and SQL Programming

• Overview of IBM DB2 for AS/400 Database System
• Understanding Database Concepts on AS/400: Files, Tables, Schemas, etc.
• Introduction to SQL (Structured Query Language) Programming on AS/400
• Performing CRUD Operations and Querying Data with SQL

Module 9: Web Development on AS/400

• Overview of Web Development Tools and Technologies for AS/400
• Creating Dynamic Web Applications with IBM WebSphere Application Server
• Integrating AS/400 Data with Web Applications using IBM HTTP Server
• Implementing Web Services and APIs on AS/400

Module 10: AS/400 Application Deployment and Maintenance

• Packaging and Deploying AS/400 Applications
• Managing Application Lifecycle: Testing, Version Control, Deployment, etc.
• Performing Routine Maintenance Tasks: Performance Tuning, Monitoring, etc.
• Troubleshooting and Debugging AS/400 Applications

Each module will include lectures, demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and assessments to provide participants with practical experience and proficiency in AS/400 development fundamentals.