Stream: The Courtyard - Exec Stream
Time: 15:30 - 16:15
As the demand for modernization grows across z/OS environments, system developers face a critical choice between continuing with traditional HLASM and embracing newer tools like Metal C. This session presents a practical comparison between development in Metal C and HLASM, showcasing how Metal C enables faster development, better maintainability, and comparable — often superior — performance. Attendees will see real-world code samples and benchmarks illustrating how Metal C simplifies system-level programming without compromising control or efficiency. We'll also cover how Metal C reduces the skill barrier: new developers can be onboarded faster, with less reliance on highly specialized assembler knowledge. This session is ideal for z/OS architects, application developers, and systems programmers who are considering transitioning from assembler to more modern, C-based approaches in their low-level codebases.
There is currently no attachment for Modern System Programming on z/OS: Why Metal C Is the Future over HLASM
Mainframe Senior Software Engineer at Rocket Software. I’m working for more than 9 years in the OMEGAMON for Storage team and we are working with Zowe plugins for almost 7 years. I have a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with working in this field. I am also experienced in serving as a proxy Product Owner and Scrum Master, allowing me to bring a unique perspective to my work.
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