Open Source ERP Developed in free-form RPG introduced at COMMON Great things happen when you have a COMMON belief in building an open source ERP for the IBM i. Alex Woodie, from ITJungle, unveils the news in his October 15th article. “An open source ERP package written in free-form RPG. Dubbed intERPprise, the software project is intended to harness core IBM i strengths – its integrated … [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...]
RPG Modernization Developer opening in Youngstown, OH area
Position Title: IBM i Developer Analyst – RPG We just started working with another company who is modernizing their custom RPG ERP system. Like many organizations who started out running the AS/400, now called the IBM i, they have fallen in love with the platform because it just works. Now it’s time to take advantage of all that the IBM i and Power Systems can offer and modernize. Modern RPG … [Read more...]
Have you upgraded your RPG skills lately?
Welcome to another edition of Talsco Weekly Here is what is going on in the IBM i community. News: Fresche Solutions has been busy. Career: Leadership, love and a skills upgrade in areas such as AI, web services or PHP will give you an advantage. Data: DataWorks summit and the value of legacy data. Trends: IBM Blockchain is helping the food industry and what does AI mean for … [Read more...]
IBM i Developer / Analyst – (RPG) opening in Greater St. Louis, MO area
Position Title: IBM i Developer / Analyst – RPG Have you ever thought, gone are the days where you can start and finish your career with just one company. Not so fast, I found one. I was recently approached by one such company. A company that treats you like family, because you are family. A company that empowers you because that’s what you are supposed to do. A company where the CEO is a … [Read more...]
What does San Antonio, TX and the IBM i have in COMMON?
POWERUp18 If you happen to be in San Antonio, TX this week attending POWERUp18. It looks like you are in for a ride. Check out what is happening at COMMON’s POWERUp18 in San Antonio, TX this week, May 19th to 23rd. There are 21 education tracks and over 350 educational sessions and 17 educational roadmaps that will help you advance your IBM i skill set. Here is a list of just some of the … [Read more...]
AS/400, iSeries and now the IBM i
So, is it AS/400, iSeries or IBM i? It’s a matter of perspective. Alex Woodie, in his article that I reference below, points out that in John Rockwell’s ongoing survey that 93.4 percent of those who took the survey at the time of this writing, call it the AS/400. Brand recognition for the AS/400 so strong. It has it’s own identity that has been built upon for over 20 years. I believe … [Read more...]
The IBM i is in it’s prime
The IBM i platform is 30 years old I don’t know about you, but if you are 30 years old you are in your prime. So, there it is. IBM i is in it’s prime. AI, Mobile, Cloud, Data Analytics and Cognitive computing are here. Innovative and exciting times lie ahead for the IBM i platform. In every issue of Talsco Weekly, our goal is to help educate the IBM i community as to how all the … [Read more...]
RPG keeps the IBM i humming along
RPG Spring cleaning Spring is here and it is time for growth and new beginnings. RPG has been the backbone for development on the AS/400 (IBM i, iSeries) since the beginning. But like anything, it’s time to clear out some of the old and make way for the new. We know it is not an easy task, but it is necessary to modernize your systems and applications. A good place to start would be to … [Read more...]
Is your resume holding you back?
Six seconds is all you get Over the years, I have read thousands and thousands of resumes. Some are good, others are not so good. Writing a resume that captures the reader’s attention is not easy. But it does not have to be difficult. Take a look at this eye-tracking study that might shock you. It suggests that your resume might only be looked at for as little as 6 seconds. There are … [Read more...]