Learning COBOL Programming with VSCode from Pluralsight

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 complement to the IBM z/OS Practitioner path for the IBM Mainframe. This course includes readings, quizzes, and lab exercises accompanying the video course. You will need 15-16 hours to complete this course. Join the COBOL Fridays web series. These webinars are curated for first-time programmers, lifelong learners, and anyone who's interested in learning COBOL: ibm.biz/cfpluralsight

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Syllabus

COBOL Basics

COBOL Structure and Cross-Program Communication

Defining and Manipulating COBOL Data Names/Types

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops core programming skills, which are essential for working in IT

Taught by IBM, who are highly respected in IT and particularly in Mainframe

Introduces concepts and practices that apply to professional software development

Hands-on labs and interactive materials reinforce learning

Covers a broad range of foundational COBOL topics

Requires students to have previous programming experience or existing knowledge of COBOL

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Learning COBOL Programming with VSCode with these activities:

Practice Writing COBOL Programs

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Refresh your memory and strengthen your foundation in writing COBOL programs before the course begins to improve your success upon starting the course.

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Review the syntax and structure of COBOL programs.
Practice writing simple COBOL programs that include basic data types.
Test and debug your programs to ensure they function as expected.

Explore the IBM COBOL Programming Tutorial

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Follow along with the IBM COBOL Programming Tutorial to gain a deeper understanding of COBOL concepts discussed in the course.

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Access the IBM COBOL Programming Tutorial online.
Follow the step-by-step instructions and complete the exercises provided.
Take notes and ask questions if needed.

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Learners who complete Learning COBOL Programming with VSCode will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Web Developer

Web Developers are responsible for designing and coding the visual elements and the functionality of websites and applications. This introductory course in COBOL programming can help build a foundation in the language of business, which has been used for decades and continues to play a role today. Acquiring a thorough knowledge of COBOL can increase your overall value as a developer and open up your opportunities to join experienced professionals working on mainframes.

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Software Developer

Software Developers use their understanding of programming languages and development tools to build, maintain, and update software. This introductory course in COBOL programming can help build a foundation in the language of business, which has been used for decades and continues to play a role today. Acquiring a thorough knowledge of COBOL can increase your overall value as a developer and open up your opportunities to join experienced professionals working on mainframes.

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Programmer

Programmers are tasked with writing, testing, and maintaining code to ensure quality code at scale. You will be researching, designing, and analyzing code for a variety of software. This introductory course in COBOL programming can help build a foundation in the language of business, which has been used for decades and continues to play a role today. Acquiring a thorough knowledge of COBOL can increase your overall value as a programmer and open up your opportunities to join experienced professionals working on mainframes.

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Database Administrator

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Network Administrator

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Project Manager

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Systems Administrator

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Security Analyst

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Educator

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Data Analyst

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