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Announcing the Updated ZD&T Trial: Experience Mainframe on Your PC

  

We are thrilled to announce the updated IBM Z Development and Test Environment (ZD&T) trial program. This trial is designed for developers, testers, and system programmers who are eager to experience the capabilities of IBM Z mainframe systems, using DevOps Tools, right from the comfort of their own PC.

The ZD&T trial is a fantastic opportunity to familiarize yourself with a fully-featured, software-based mainframe environment that simulates IBM Z hardware. It's ideal for development, testing, demonstration, and education purposes. The updated trial version now offers even more features and improvements, ensuring a seamless and enriching user experience.

What's New in the Updated ZD&T Trial?

The updated version of the ZD&T trial comes with a host of exciting enhancements. We've ensured a smoother and even more user-friendly experience in this release, including improved performance, stability, and compatibility.

Whether you are a developer working on new system z applications, a system programmer testing system upgrades, or an educator teaching mainframe skills, the new ZD&T trial offers a unique and efficient way to work with IBM Z, without the need for dedicated hardware.

Why Should You Register for the ZD&T Trial?

IBM’s ZD&T is a powerful tool that brings the capabilities of a mainframe to your personal computer. It's an invaluable resource for anyone involved in mainframe development, testing, or education.

By registering for the ZD&T trial, you will gain:

- A hands-on opportunity to explore and understand mainframe technologies

- The ability to develop and test mainframe software on your own system

- Access to a suite of mainframe applications and tools, enabling you to learn and develop in a mainframe environment

How to Register for the ZD&T Trial?

Ready to experience the power of mainframe on your PC? Registering for the updated ZD&T trial is straightforward.

1. Visit the [ZD&T trial registration page](https://early-access.ibm.com/software/support/trial/cst/welcomepage.wss?siteId=1179&tabId=3094&w=1).

2. Complete the registration form with your details.

3. After submitting the form, you will receive a confirmation email containing the download link and trial license details.

Remember, the trial version is a fully functional environment, but it's intended for non-production use only.

In Conclusion

The updated ZD&T trial is a golden opportunity for learning, development, and testing in the world of IBM Z mainframe systems. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a beginner looking to expand your knowledge, the ZD&T trial provides a comprehensive environment to suit your needs.

Don't miss this chance to experience the power of mainframe on your personal computer. Register for the ZD&T trial today

*Please note that the trial is subject to IBM's standard terms and conditions.*

Comments

Ross Wilson
Sun August 20, 2023 07:57 AM

A 3-day trial? This is a joke. What are IBM playing at? This is what we get instead of ZD&T Learner's Edition?

First we're made to pay our own money for a bunch of IBM courses on Coursera, which we did and we passed. Then we're made to spend a bunch of time on whichever IBM website it was to get another badge to be eligible for ZD&T Learner's Edition, which we did.

Then we're told "Oh actually this is only available in USA right now", which was not listed anywhere along the weeks of effort it took to get this far! And so we're told to wait some 6+ months, which we did.

And then when we finally contact our IBM Sales rep again, we're told that ZD&T Learner's Edition will almost certainly be deprecated! All that time, effort and money to even get a half-decent look at z/OS up close and it's a complete waste.

I don't mean to offend anyone, but there's a reason the majority of mainframe engineers are close to retirement age; IBM make it impossible for anyone with any interest to actually explore a career with these systems!

I should have listened to everyone I told that I was interested in working with Mainframe, who told me "that is a stupid idea" and asked "why on earth would you do that?".

I will stop wasting my time because it's finally clear for me; Mainframe is dead. Long live Mainframe.