Submit a job offer
Apply for offers
Contact us
Beginner
3 days
Remote learning

Getting Started with TSO/ISPF

This course serves as an introduction to the Time Sharing Option (TSO) and Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF) in the z/OS environment. Participants will gain hands-on experience in navigating TSO/ISPF, managing datasets, submitting batch jobs, and utilizing TSO commands efficiently.
Starting
1.349€
(ex. VAT)
Ref: STSO3
Cat: Mainframe & zOS
Enroll Now

Upon completion of the course, participants will:

  • Acquire a fundamental understanding of TSO/ISPF and its role in mainframe environments.
  • Develop proficiency in navigating the TSO/ISPF interface and executing essential commands.
  • Gain practical skills in managing datasets, submitting batch jobs, and monitoring job status.
  • Learn advanced features and utilities within TSO/ISPF for enhanced productivity.

This course is designed for:

1. Individuals new to the mainframe environment seeking a foundational understanding of TSO/ISPF.
2. Mainframe professionals looking to enhance their skills in navigating and utilizing TSO/ISPF efficiently.
3. Anyone involved in mainframe operations, programming, or data management.

Participants are expected to have:

1. Basic knowledge of mainframe systems and their components.
2. Familiarity with the z/OS operating system concepts.
3. General understanding of mainframe dataset structures.

Introduction to TSO/ISPF:
Overview of Time Sharing Option (TSO) and Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF).
Understanding the role of TSO/ISPF in the z/OS environment.

Navigating TSO/ISPF Environment:
Logging in and initializing TSO/ISPF.
Exploring the ISPF primary options menu.
Navigating through the TSO command line.

Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF) Basics:
Understanding ISPF panels and options.
Exploring commonly used ISPF commands.
Customizing the ISPF environment for personal preferences.

Data Set Management:
Creating, modifying, and deleting datasets using ISPF.
Understanding dataset attributes and properties.
Managing dataset members and versions.

Job Submission and Monitoring:
Initiating batch jobs through TSO/ISPF.
Monitoring job status and output.
Handling job-related tasks and interactions.

Introduction to TSO Commands:
Basic TSO commands for file manipulation and system interactions.
Coding and executing TSO commands efficiently.
Error handling and troubleshooting with TSO commands.

Interactive Coding Exercises:
Hands-on exercises to practice TSO/ISPF commands and functionalities.
Coding scenarios that simulate real-world TSO/ISPF usage.
Debugging and error resolution in TSO/ISPF environment.

Advanced TSO/ISPF Features:
Exploring advanced features and utilities within TSO/ISPF.
Using TSO/ISPF for program development and debugging.
Leveraging additional functionalities for enhanced productivity.

Q&A Sessions and Discussions:
Interactive sessions for participant questions and discussions.
Clarifying doubts related to TSO/ISPF usage.
Sharing tips and best practices for efficient TSO/ISPF navigation.

This comprehensive course provides participants with a solid foundation in navigating and utilizing the TSO/ISPF environment. Through a combination of theoretical concepts, interactive coding exercises, and advanced features exploration, participants will gain practical skills for efficient mainframe interaction and data management using TSO/ISPF.

Active courses