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Welcome to the Young i Professionals blog! The central hub for professionals dedicated to mastering the IBM i ecosystem. From deep-dive guides on modernizing RPG and integrating Node.js to exploiting the power of Watson and open source, we cover every aspect of the platform. Join us as we explore best practices, share code, and connect the next generation of IBM i experts. Your modernization journey starts here.

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How to implement git on IBM i: a guide to modern version control for RPG, CL, and COBOL

Managing code efficiently is now essential, even within established environments such as the IBM i (AS/400) platform. Modern development[…]

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Getting started with IBM i developer skills for beginners

Embarking on the journey to become an IBM i developer offers a unique blend of working with traditional business[…]

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How hybrid cloud strategies drive value for ibm i workloads

A hybrid cloud strategy has emerged as a cornerstone for organizations seeking to modernize their IT landscapes while maintaining[…]

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Close-up of software development tools displaying code and version control systems on a computer monitor.

How to implement git on IBM i: a guide to modern version control for RPG, CL, and COBOL

Managing code efficiently is now essential, even within established environments such as the IBM i (AS/400) platform. Modern development[…]

black and brown wooden building under blue sky during daytime

Getting started with IBM i developer skills for beginners

Embarking on the journey to become an IBM i developer offers a unique blend of working with traditional business[…]

IBM logo

How hybrid cloud strategies drive value for ibm i workloads

A hybrid cloud strategy has emerged as a cornerstone for organizations seeking to modernize their IT landscapes while maintaining[…]

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Emerging Tech

Exploring how innovative technologies like Watson integrate with the IBM i platform, along with general industry trends and…

Modern Development

In-depth tutorials and best practices for contemporary languages on IBM i, including PHP, Ruby, Node.js, modern RPG, and…

Open Source & Tools

Guides on enabling and using the Open Source ecosystem on IBM i, covering PASE, Apache HTTP Server configuration,…

System & Data

Core system administration, performance, and data access. Focuses on Databases, XMLService, Service programs, CCSID, and next-generation languages like…

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