2025-11-17, 10:00–13:00, Rhone
IBM i has long been a powerhouse for enterprise computing, but the rise of Open Source has opened new doors for innovation, flexibility, and modernization.
This workshop explores how Open Source technologies—like Python, Node.js, Git, and open-source package managers—can be leveraged on IBM i to extend its capabilities and future-proof your infrastructure.
Attendees will learn practical strategies for installing configuring, and integrating OSS tools, with real-world examples and hands-on demos.
Learning Objectives:
• Open source on IBM i introduction
• Setting up users to be able to use open source
• How to stop/start applications
• Understand the role of Open Source in the IBM i ecosystem
• Explore key OSS tools available on IBM i
• Learn how to install and manage OSS packages using tools like Yum and RPM
• Discover integration patterns and modernization strategies
• Gain hands-on experience with scripting and automation
Andy is a seasoned IBM i professional with over 45 years of developer experience in enterprise systems and modernisation.
He has led multiple initiatives integrating Open Source technologies into IBM i environments, helping organisations bridge the gap between legacy infrastructure and modern development practices.
He helped write the IBM i developer certification and is co-author of the Redbook, IBM Power Modernisation.
He is also an IBM Champion and Royal Navy Veteran.