IBM i provides a cross-platform ODBC driver for Db2 that allows developers to code “locally” on their PCs, then deploy the same code to IBM i for production. Alan will share best practices for using ODBC with open source languages, including Node.js, PHP, and Python, and R, as well as .NET. Special tips and hints help you avoid errors, connect securely, and get the best performance. Includes updates to installation, and real-life configuration of the ODBC prestart jobs.
Learning Objectives: - Appreciate why developers should consider ODBC - How to get excellent performance - Troubleshooting - Connection strings
Author of Ublu, an open source remote language for IBM i.A Quantum Computing enthusiast, Jack is an IBM Qiskit Advocate, 2021 IBM Champion, 2022 IBM Champion, and 2023 Champion.A consulting programmer with over 30 years' experience in open source specializing in open source based IBM i modernization... Read More →
Thursday April 27, 2023 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Plaza Court 4