It’s not exactly a secret that the skills gap is the number one issue affecting mainframe computing, but financial institutions are especially vulnerable because they

When people talk about the mainframe skills gap, they often frame it in the context of programmers, architects, and system administrators not knowing the languages

The landscape of mainframe technology is evolving, and with it comes the demand for a skilled workforce capable of navigating this complex environment. As the

Mainframe software development is on the brink of transformation thanks to the latest innovation from Izzi Software. The company, a leader in debugging solutions for

New expansion to top debugging now available, integrating seamlessly into existing workflows and supporting young programmers by improving accessibility MINNEAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Izzi Software, owner of ColeSoft,

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses face relentless pressure to innovate and adapt. One of the significant challenges is modernizing mainframes, which despite being

Visual Studio Code, commonly referred to as VS Code, has become a staple for developers across the globe. Its rise to popularity can be attributed

With a looming retirement wave among veteran mainframe professionals, banks face a crucial challenge: attracting and training new talent. This blog post explores innovative solutions

Banking runs on mainframes. Those of us who work in mainframes understand that, but most people likely do not. These platforms process millions of transactions

In the IT industry, the term “legacy” is frequently applied to platforms such as the IBM Z mainframe and IBM i. However, this term is

On May 12  Izzi Software will host The Z Knowledge Cliff: Preparing for the Next Generation of Mainframe Talent, a virtual roundtable discussion featuring senior

CNX offers the ideal solution to IBM i skills gap as Valence now writes code from conversational prompts MINNEAPOLIS, April 27, 2026 — Izzi Software,

In an increasingly digital world where customers manage almost every aspect of their lives online, citizens now expect government services to be just as seamless

Visit us at Booth #510 As the excitement builds for the upcoming COMMON POWERUp conference, Izzi Software is thrilled to announce our participation in this

Why the real risk to enterprise infrastructure isn’t technology, it’s talent. The mainframe is not in crisis. It processes billions of transactions every day with

For decades, mainframe software development meant one thing: ISPF. The green-screen editor was the workspace, the workflow, and the culture all rolled into one. If

Minneapolis – MARCH 17, 2026 – Izzi Software, a leading provider of innovative enterprise software solutions for IBM Z and IBM iSeries, today announced that

Somewhere right now, a mainframe leader is sitting in a meeting where an executive is asking about the company’s AI strategy. And that leader (who

How many times have you read your own code and completely missed something that was right in front of you? If the answer is “more

As large portions of the United States freeze under arctic weather, one thing keeps us warm: dreaming of heading to Orlando for the upcoming SHARE

New Z/XDC software expansion improves accessibility and integrates into existing workflows while welcoming a new generation of programmers into mainframing MINNEAPOLIS, February 2, 2026 —

Izzi Software just took a significant step forward in expanding its market presence by signing reseller agreements with two industry leaders: VIRTUTEM and IT Service

Picture this scenario: Your critical CICS region has been running for three weeks, processing millions of transactions. Suddenly, a specific transaction path starts behaving erratically.

New partnerships will sell enterprise software offerings for IBM Z and IBM i  NEW YORK– January 12, 2026 –  Izzi Software, a leading provider of

In 2026, the role of the mainframe developer will undergo a profound transformation. Once seen as the guardians of foundational computing systems, today’s mainframe professionals

Understanding CDF Sessions CDF sessions create a unique debugging environment for batch jobs and started tasks. When you initiate a CDF session, z/XDC starts your

Most modernization projects fail the same way: they start rebuilding before they understand what they’re rebuilding. I see this constantly. A new CTO joins, looks

Frank Chu, Senior Software Engineer at ColeSoft, was recently elected to join the board of SHARE, an independent volunteer-run information technology association that provides education,

IBM i an Z are at the heart of western technology… let’s acknowledge it I’ve spent almost my entire career working in the IBM Z

Debugging mainframe applications requires flexibility in how you initiate your debugging environment. z/XDC provides five distinct methods to start debugging sessions, each tailored to different

Richard Malone from CNX has heard this story at least twice in the last five years. A customer calls with that particular mix of relief

Back in 2006, Richard Malone at CNX started what should have been a simple project. Their Atomic software was running manufacturing shop floors across the

AI-generated code promises to revolutionize development: write a prompt, get working code, ship faster. The reality looks different. AI produces code that compiles, runs, and

In theory, few things in the business world should be easier than setting up a holding company. Just file the right documents and pay a

Watching code execute instruction by instruction changes how mainframe developers approach debugging and modernization. For teams working with legacy systems, this kind of visibility makes

When organizations need to modernize their IBM i applications, Valence provides the solution—proving that IBM i systems can evolve into powerful, user-friendly platforms through strategic

Mainframe teams often find themselves trapped in a cycle of defensive testing, building elaborate test suites that take longer to maintain than the code they’re

What tech founders should consider when they’re looking to turn the page. There’s a well-known saying in the entertainment industry: “You can’t make a living,

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Leading information technology association selects IT specialist to promote education, networking, and leadership for global enterprise computing ecosystem  MINNEAPOLIS, August 25, 2025 — Izzi Software,

Debugging on the mainframe can be a daunting task, often leading developers to resort to time-consuming and risky workarounds. While sometimes necessary, some workarounds can

We founded Izzi Software with the express purpose of acquiring innovative companies in the mainframe (IBM Z)  and midrange (IBM i) sectors. And one of

Teams need to look for hidden risks and blind spots they don’t realize they have. In the world of mainframe development, invisible assumptions can lead

How many times have you read your code and overlooked the obvious? It’s probably happened a lot because there are a number of common cognitive

Jennifer Nelson shares how Izzi Software preserves the soul of legacy tech companies when making acquisitions. It invests in mainframe and IBM Power systems, and

When Izzi Software launched in late 2024, our mission was to help founders of amazing enterprise software companies move to the next phase of their

The Next Frontier in Innovation and Performance is Here The IBM Z Systems are at the cutting edge of computing technology, and are used by

Government agencies around the world face increasingly complex challenges in managing vast amounts of data, ensuring operational continuity, and safeguarding sensitive information. Amid the evolving

Mainframes in Pop Culture: How Misinformation Influences the Real-World Perception of the World’s Most Powerful Computers Hollywood has always been at the cutting edge when

The language of mainframes is as durable as Big Iron  Thirty years ago, the COBOL programming language was dead and buried as an artifact of

In many software discussions, a “bug” is often framed as a hidden flaw—a sneaky defect buried in the code, lying dormant until it suddenly derails

Mainframe platforms, the backbone of global finance, healthcare, and government systems, is undergoing a transformation—not just in technology, but in talent. A new wave of

Flagship z/XDC Product to be Sold Through Vertali’s Global Partner Network MINNEAPOLIS–May 13, 2025 – ColeSoft, an Izzi Software company, today announced that it has

In the mainframe community, legacy means something different than it does elsewhere in tech. Here, longevity is a badge of honor, and stability isn’t a

Let’s face it: there are things in this world that are a lot worse than a trip to Southern California. Perfect weather. Lots to do.

The complexities and nuances of finding and fixing mainframe code errors!

After five years away from the mainframe, Izzi Software’s Jennifer Nelson shares her observations and notes that while a lot has changed, some things remain

Izzi Throws Retiring IBM i Software Company Founders A Lifeline

From DBA to CEO: Insights From Jen Nelson of Izzi Software

Company plans multiple acquisitions in IBM z and IBM Power Sectors in 2025 January 29, 2025 08:37 PM Eastern Standard Time MINNEAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Izzi Software today announced

Working as a programmer at Yale University in the late 1970s, David Cole developed the tool that would become z/XDC. A decade later, he founded

The business world changed forever on April 7, 1964, when IBM introduced the System/360, the first mainframe computer for general business. Since then, mainframes have