COBOL Programming with VSCode
Professor Tak Auyeung of American River College, said it beautifully, “A programming language is not a fashion statement” it is used for a purpose. Whether it is to add new features, modify logic, create APIs to integrate it into other applications, or implement modern development practices, businesses around the world need application developers who know COBOL.This introductory COBOL course helps a novice learn the Structure of COBOL programs, Data types & Variable Handling, Intrinsic Functions, Branching logic and more. The goal of the course is to enable the participant to be able to write basic COBOL programs. This is a fantastic compliment to the IBM z/OS Practitioner path for the IBM Mainframe.
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On successful completion of this course, learners are eligible to earn their COBOL Programming with VSCode badge.
Summarize the key features of COBOL program
Recognize the hardware (IBM Z) and software (z/OS) layers that go hand in hand with Enterprise COBOL
Demonstrate an understanding of basic programming fundamentals
Demonstrate an understanding of the modern tooling interface (VSCode w/ ZOWE & Z Open Editor)
Syllabus
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
COBOL Basics
Week 2
COBOL Structure and Cross-Program Communication
Week 3
Defining and Manipulating COBOL Data Names/Types
FAQ
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?
When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Is there a badge associated with this course?
On successful completion of this course, learners are eligible to earn their COBOL Programming with VSCode badge. More information can be found here.
Reviews
Very good course for starting with COBOL or remove the dust and remind just is my case. Videos long enough. Quizzes agree with content. Labs could be a little more demanding. Thanks a lot.
Less rails next time, teach ISPF and the foreground compiler
I very much enjoyxed this course. I can only echo what I read from the beginning others comments as well. Wonderful presetnation, cool exercises - perfect to start the COBOL journey
excellent course, great content and great labs to work along too.
