1853 - COBOL 与 Gradle 的结合：利用开源软件简化 z_OS 构建.pdf

1、Orlando,FLOctober 69IBM TechXchange 2025Explore.Build.Launch.1853COBOL Meets GradleDavid FrenzelLiving Mainframe,IT SpecialistCOBOL Meets Gradle:Streamlining z/OS Builds with Open SourceWhats wrong about the state of build processes for COBOLMainframe shops rely on self-written(often outdated)develo

2、pment tools or vendor productsThese tools dictate a steep learning curve for early tenures because they cant apply existing knowledgeIntegration into build and deployment pipelines is difficult if not impossibleIBM TechXchange|2025 IBM Corporation2These tools dictate a steep learning curve for early

3、 tenures because they cant apply existing knowledgeWhat to do about itMainframe shops rely on self-written(often outdated)development tools or vendor productsIntegration into build and deployment pipelines is difficult if not impossibleIBM TechXchange|2025 IBM Corporation3Use open sourceReuse proven

4、 and well-known tools Lets build a Gradle pluginLets build a Gradle pluginGradle runs inside a JVM which is generally supported on z/OS.But there were some challenges.I implemented build tasks and dependency wiring.I learnt a lot about Gradles inner workings.Interfacing with as and cob2 USS utilitie

5、s.Check out COBOLVUE-I-4014IBM TechXchange|2025 IBM CorporationDemoIBM TechXchange|2025 IBM Corporation5Collaborate with customersPublish the plugin on GitHub and the Gradle Plugin Portal for easy useBuild a community around it and connect with projects like COBOL CheckAdd more featuresWhat is next?IBM TechXchange|2025 IBM Corporation7Thank youDavid FrenzelLiving Mainframe,IT Specialist LinkedIndavid.frenzelliving-mainframe.de+49 151 4204 5703