2018 COMMON Fall Conference & Expo The important attraction this week in Pittsburgh for the IBM i community is, of course, the 2018 COMMON Fall Conference & Expo (October 15 – 17). COMMON is recognized as the largest IBM Power Systems user group in the world. They are leaders in education, networking, and certifications for the IBM i community. COMMON is a resource like no other … [Read more...]
What is an IBM i Full Stack Developer?
What is a full stack developer? There are a handful of definitions out there, but in general they are similar. Hackernoon in their article 6 Essential Tips on How to Become a Full Stack Developer defines a full stack developer as follows: An engineer who can handle all the work of databases, servers, systems engineering, and clients. Depending on the project, what customers need may be a … [Read more...]
IBM’s future with AI, Data and Cloud
Welcome to another edition of Talsco Weekly AI, Data and Cloud continue to be topics of conversation in and around the community. The challenge is understanding how it all fits together. In this weeks edition you will find articles with links about the following: News: Cloud and Data are better with AI & the mainframe is the original cloud. Career: Great communication secrets … [Read more...]
Bridge the RPG programmer skills gap with training
Is there an RPG programmer talent shortage or a skills gap? Do we think that we are the only ones challenged with a gap in available talent? No matter where you look there seems to be a shortage. It certainly makes for good headlines. Here are some of them: The STEM crisis: What the growing skills gap means for the economy Thy Cybersecurity Talent Gap is An Industry Crisis The … [Read more...]
A Peak at the Fresh Faces of the IBM i
The power of innovation is here Welcome to another edition of Talsco Weekly. The IBM i is one of the most innovative, and robust business platforms for the enterprise. There could not be a better time to be a technologist on the IBM i. Take a look at the Fresh Faces and you will understand why. Here is what is happening in and around the IBM i community. News: Looking for … [Read more...]
Superhero RPG Developers
Are you an RPG Developer Superhero? Remember Plastic Man? His power is elasticity. This allows him to be flexible and agile. Key skills in today’s modern IT environment. Or Batgirl? She maximized her natural potential by learning everything she could from her mentor, Batman. We see huge opportunities in the IBM i community for experts to act as mentors. What about Superman? He is … [Read more...]
The end of summer leads to new beginnings for RPG developers
Welcome to another edition of Talsco Weekly It’s hard to believe it’s Labor Day weekend. We give thanks to all workers here in America. It’s because of you that we in the IBM i (AS/400) community have a lot of work to do. Here is what is going on this week. News: A big loss for the IBM i community. Development: Build an app using the IBM i and an iPhone & 6 things that make a … [Read more...]
The IBM i leading the way
Growth opportunities for IBM i professionals There are so many career opportunities for RPG programmers and IBM i (AS/400) professionals provided they are willing to lead. Here are just some of the ways you can help lead: Be active in your local IBM i user community. Commit to upgrading your skills by learning RPG Free, RDi or another open source language. Become a mentor to a junior … [Read more...]
A change in mindset for the IBM i professional
A new way of thinking for the IBM i (AS/400) community I had a great conversation with an IBM i Leader this past week. He is one of the most forward-thinking leaders that I have spoken to in the IBM i community. He understands it’s past, present, and future. The IBM i is fully capable to deliver everything that business needs, but there needs to be a shift in mindset within the community to … [Read more...]
An IBM i perspective from Europe
Welcome to another edition of Talsco Weekly Here is what is going on both inside and outside of the IBM i community this week. News: An IBM i perspective from Europe and bringing leadership up to speed on the IBM i. Career: Thank you letters and four smart things to do for your career. Development: Node.js best practices. And who is Julia? Modernization: An RPG Modernization … [Read more...]