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webMethods and AS/400
The IBM AS/400 midrange system is a fascinating piece of technology. But it does quite a few things differently than PC-based servers. So be prepared to run into a few challenges when working with it for the first time. Here is my story from a really interesting project.
How to give a presentation
Giving a presentation is vital not only in business but many situations in life. In essence it is about conveying some content in an effective way. Here are a few basic points that will help you.
Unique IDs in programming
A core aspect of almost all IT systems is the ability to identify a single transaction, customer, etc. So you need an ID that is guaranteed to only exist once. With distributed systems and large amounts of data, that is easier said than done.
Why switch to WxConfig NG
Configuration management is a critical part of any IT project and even more so in the context of integration. This article discusses a number of scenarios where it can make sense to switch to WxConfig NG.
WxConfig NG news
This is the first in a series of posts to inform people about what is happening with WxConfig NG.
Transforming the business with CI/CD
On the business level there are huge benefits to be gained from applying CI/CD. This article looks at a few of them and helps you to move your business to the next level, when it comes to software delivery. This is not limited to webMethods Integration Server, but of course it can make a huge positive impact especially on an integration platform. And it is a great vehicle to boost your career.
Deployment options for webMethods Integration
There are several ways to deploy code to webMethods Integration. Let’s look at how things work under the hood, some common pitfalls, and how you can easily automate things. This knowledge will allow you to deliver more value to projects.
Coding vs. career?
Let me share some thoughts on why quite a few people think that coding, which is only the last step in software development, is only for beginners.
webMethods Integration: How to “branch” in a Flow service
We all aim to write robust code. Here is an article how to use the “branch” operation in Flow services. There are multiple approaches and we look at their pros and cons. I will also give some career tips and explore where invalid data might come from.
CI/CD learning environment for webMethods Integration Server
A key aspect of my upcoming online course about CI/CD for webMethods Integration Server is the automated creation of a proper environment. You don’t need to deal with all the underlying details, but can fully concentrate on learning CI/CD. This article describes the environment and explains the rational behind it.