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Transaction Server solution for businesses
About IBM CICS
IBM® CICS® Transaction Server for z/OS® has evolved into a powerful mixed language application server, enabling developers to write and modernize applications using the languages and tools best suited to business needs and their skills. Supported languages and frameworks include Java®-based OSGi, Springboot®, Jakarta® EE, Eclipse® MicroProfile, and Node.js®-based runtime for JavaScript and TypeScript, and COBOL, C/C++, and PL/I. CICS is able to scale applications to support high-transaction workloads in a secure, robust, cost-efficient environment. Develop new applications or extend existing, mission-critical services with new interfaces. Unleash your creativity with our support for a wealth of different programming languages. Develop in CICS Transaction Server just as you would develop any other application, with plug-ins for familiar tooling such as Maven®, Gradle®, Zowe®, and UrbanCode Deploy®.
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IBM CICS Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of users and organization types does IBM CICS work with?
IBM CICS works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does IBM CICS support in their product?
IBM CICS supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does IBM CICS offer?
IBM CICS offers support via online.
Q: What other applications or services does IBM CICS integrate with?
IBM CICS integrates with: BMC AMI Storage, LuGo-Test, OpenLegacy, and Salesforce Data 360.
Q: What type of training does IBM CICS provide?
IBM CICS provides training in the form of documentation and videos.
Q: Does IBM CICS offer a free trial?
Yes, IBM CICS offers a free trial.
