In this episode of Skyward Data, hosted by Mark Potts, join Frank DeGilio as he delves into the world of mainframes and the exciting developments in the mainframe environment. Frank discusses the concept of “declunkification” and how it’s simplifying the mainframe world, making it more accessible to new talent by introducing modern programming languages like Python. Discover the potential of AI and automation in managing mainframe resources, bridging the skills gap, and unlocking new use cases.

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VZC Guest:

Frank DeGilio

Enterprise architect Frank DeGilio is chief architect of cloud computing, with 38 years of experience at IBM. He holistically analyzes client IT environments to help transform infrastructure and leverage cloud deployment models to increase efficiency and decrease costs. Frank is currently focused on helping businesses modernize traditional environments to make them available to modern cloud-native applications, showing companies how to adopt modern IT practices. Frank separates fact from hype around areas like cloud computing and big data. He develops based on client feedback and provides IBM’s point of view to analysts and clients. A veteran podcaster, Frank is focused on simplifying mainframe development and operations.

VZC Host:

Mark Potts
Vice President of Global Services

Mark Potts is VirtualZ’s vice president of global services, with over 30 years of experience in the tech industry. Mark currently helps VirtualZ clients unlock business agility, value, and cost savings by leveraging Lozen™, Zaac™, and PropelZ to optimize their data access systems. Mark has led the development of comprehensive strategies for mainframe modernization while managing global partnerships with Accenture, IBM, and Red Hat — working closely with senior leadership teams focused on hybrid cloud, mainframe modernization, artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and quantum computing.  Mark also has over 15 years of software engineering delivery experience.