Mainframe systems have long been the backbone of enterprise IT, but as businesses embrace DevOps and modern development practices, integrating mainframes with platforms like GitHub has become a challenge. VirtualZ’s Zaac™ software is redefining mainframe DevOps by enabling seamless integration with GitHub, empowering developers to modernize workflows without overhauling legacy processes. Let’s explore how Zaac bridges the gap between mainframe environments and modern DevOps platforms.
The Challenges of Mainframe DevOps
- Legacy Tools: Mainframe development often relies on legacy compilers and tools that don’t natively integrate with platforms like GitHub. This creates inefficiencies and silos between mainframe and modern development teams.
- Version Control Gaps: Many mainframe environments lack robust version control, forcing teams to manage code outside enterprise-wide platforms, resulting in fragmented workflows.
- Collaboration Barriers: Without integration into DevOps pipelines, mainframe development becomes isolated, limiting collaboration and slowing innovation.
Zaac: Bridging Mainframes and GitHub
Zaac transforms how mainframes participate in DevOps by enabling direct integration with GitHub, allowing developers to seamlessly manage source code, versioning, and collaboration. Key features include:
- Direct GitHub Integration
Zaac allows mainframe applications to:- Mount GitHub repositories as local file systems, enabling direct access to source code.
- Compile and edit code stored in GitHub using legacy mainframe tools like COBOL and Assembler.
- Automatically synchronize changes to and from GitHub, ensuring version history is maintained without manual intervention.
- Streamlined Development Workflows
Zaac simplifies DevOps for mainframes by:- Enabling mainframe applications to participate in GitHub-based CI/CD pipelines.
- Supporting existing mainframe build processes without requiring significant changes.
- Providing developers with a unified platform for managing code across mainframes and modern systems.
- Enhanced Collaboration
Zaac breaks down silos between mainframe and modern development teams by:- Standardizing source control on GitHub, ensuring all teams work within the same environment.
- Allowing mainframe developers to leverage GitHub’s branching, versioning, and collaboration tools.
- Reducing the need for proprietary mainframe-specific versioning tools like Panvalet or Librarian.
Zaac Use Case: GitHub Integration for Mainframe DevOps
Problem: Mainframe development tools often lack compatibility with GitHub, making it difficult to incorporate mainframe code into enterprise-wide DevOps pipelines. Teams must create custom scripts and processes to bridge this gap, adding complexity and inefficiencies.
Solution: Zaac enables seamless GitHub integration, allowing mainframe applications to:
- Access GitHub repositories directly as local file systems.
- Compile, edit, and manage code without additional tools or scripts.
- Automatically track changes and maintain version history within GitHub.
Benefits:
- Enhanced collaboration across development teams.
- Simplified DevOps workflows that include mainframe code.
- Cost savings by replacing legacy versioning tools with GitHub.
The Broader Value of Zaac for DevOps
Zaac delivers enterprise-wide benefits that go beyond GitHub integration:
- Unified DevOps: By supporting GitHub integration, Zaac enables enterprises to standardize their DevOps practices across all platforms, including mainframes.
- Improved Efficiency: Developers can manage mainframe code in the same way as modern applications, reducing training time and increasing productivity.
- Future-Proofing: Zaac ensures that mainframes remain relevant in modern IT environments by integrating seamlessly with today’s DevOps tools.
Transform Your DevOps Strategy with Zaac
Zaac empowers businesses to modernize their mainframe DevOps practices without disrupting existing workflows. By integrating with GitHub, Zaac allows mainframe applications to participate fully in modern development pipelines, bridging the gap between legacy systems and today’s agile practices.
If you’re ready to unlock the full potential of your mainframe environment for DevOps, connect with VirtualZ Computing today and discover how Zaac can transform your development workflows.