IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces | IBM | Mainframe Modernization Platform

Product Overview

IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces by IBM is a Application Development + DevOps + IDE solution for mainframe environments.

Key use cases include: Browser-based COBOL and PL/I development on z/OS, Remote z/OS debugging from cloud IDE, Mainframe DevOps pipeline integration, Team-based mainframe development without local installs.

Modernization Strategies

Rehost

Timeline:: 6-12 months

Lift-and-shift to cloud infrastructure with minimal code changes. Fast migration with lower risk.

Refactor (Recommended)

Timeline:: 18-24 months

Optimize application architecture for cloud while preserving business logic. Best ROI long-term.

Replatform

Timeline:: 3-5 years

Complete rewrite to cloud-native architecture with microservices and modern tech stack.

Frequently Asked Questions

General

What is IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces?

IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces provides a cloud-native, browser-based development environment for z/OS developers built on Eclipse Che and Red Hat OpenShift Dev Spaces.

Who makes IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces?

IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces is developed and maintained by IBM. It runs on z/OS, Red Hat OpenShift platforms.

What are the main use cases for IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces?

Browser-based COBOL and PL/I development on z/OS, Remote z/OS debugging from cloud IDE, Mainframe DevOps pipeline integration, Team-based mainframe development without local installs

How does IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces work?

Enables mainframe application development without local tooling installation. Supports COBOL, PL/I, HLASM, JCL editing with language intelligence, syntax checking, and remote debugging against z/OS.

Technical

What platforms does IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces support?

IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces supports the following platforms: z/OS, Red Hat OpenShift.

What are the alternatives to IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces?

Competing products include: Broadcom Code4z, Rocket Software developer tools, OpenText COBOL IDE.

How complex is IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces to implement?

IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces has a medium technical complexity level with a moderate learning curve. It is best suited for small|mid-market|enterprise organizations.

Deployment & Industries

How is IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces deployed?

IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces supports the following deployment models: cloud, on-premise.

What industries use IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces?

IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces is primarily used in: Banking, Finance, Insurance, Government.

IBM Wazi for Dev Spaces Modernization Guide