IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python enables application developers to use one of the fastest growing programming languages natively on the z/OS platform. With the latest release of Open Enterprise SDK for Python, IBM brings the popular Python open source language to help accelerate business transformation and modernization by enabling powerful frameworks for AI & ML, DevOps, and automation.
IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python 3.13.1 is now available. This release is based on the Python 3.13.1 community release.
New features/updates for IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python 3.13.1 from IBM include the following:
- Updated cpython to 3.13.1
- Updated pip 24.3.1
- Updated libexpat to 2.6.4
- Updated cffi to 1.17.1
- Fixed potential permission denied error when creating a SemLock
- Included APAR information and version into IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python
- Fixed a failure with the 'pip check' command
- Fixed an issue where the zIIP offloading eligibility was not re-enabled
IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python 3.12.8 is now available. This release is based on the Python 3.12.8 community release.
New features/updates for IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python 3.12.8 from IBM include the following:
- Updated cpython to 3.12.8
- Updated pip 24.3.1
- Updated libexpat to 2.6.4
- Updated cffi to 1.17.1
- Included terminfo in the IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python and automatically set the TERMINFO if not already defined
- Resolved intermittent failures in test_logging
- Fixed potential permission denied error when creating a SemLock
- Included APAR information and version into IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python
- Fixed a failure with the 'pip check' command
- Fixed an issue where the zIIP offloading eligibility was not re-enabled
IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python 3.11.11 is now available. This release is based on the Python 3.11.11 community release.
New features/updates for IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python 3.11.11 from IBM include the following:
- Updated cpython to 3.11.11
- Updated pip 24.3.1
- Updated libexpat to 2.6.4
- Updated cffi to 1.16.0
- Included terminfo in the IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python and automatically set the TERMINFO if not already defined
- Fixed potential permission denied error when creating a SemLock
- Included APAR information and version into IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python
- Fixed a failure with the 'pip check' command
- Fixed an issue where the zIIP offloading eligibility was not re-enabled
With IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python, IBM Z clients have the option to modernize existing applications to extend the value of those applications. By coding in the Python language, IBM Z clients can perform advanced analytics where the data is stored, streamline automation using Python with Ansible, and perform rapid prototyping, all while using the pervasive Python skills that are readily available.
Download and explore the latest IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python release today!
How to obtain IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python?
IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python is available for no license charge through Shopz (5655-PYT) for the SMP/E format, or you can download the pax format here. Optional IBM Software Subscription and Support is available with your order through Shopz (5655-PYS).
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IBM Open Enterprise SDK for Python product page. For additional information on installation, troubleshooting and packages included in this offering visit the IBM Documentation. Watch the demos and tutorials in the dedicated media center playlist.