WebSphere for z/OS - an Introduction

Objectives
On successful completion of this course, attendees will be able to:

• describe the set-up of this environment: web, web applications, web servers , etc.
• explain the role of Java and the importance of an architecture combined with application components
• describe the role of WebSphere Application Server
• discuss the relationship of WAS to z/OS.

Who Should Attend
Application architects, project managers, programmers and administrators who are going to use web applications in their company and therefore should become familiar with the WebSphere Application Server on z/OS.
Prerequisites
Some familiarity with the Internet and the Java environment is an advantage, but is not mandatory.
Duration
1 day
Course Code
WASZ
Contents
Web Enabling
basic concepts; Java, the solution; the need for a Java architecture.


Evolution to e-business
WebSphere Application Server context.


WebSphere Application Server administrative set-up
WAS Administrative model as in 5; WAS as the company hub.


WebSphere Application Server on z/OS
WAS implementation on z/OS: infrastructure; An efficient WAS V5 environment on z/OS.


WAS as USS application: what is USS?