IBM Bob

2026-09-04 | original

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Why This Matters

IBM Bob significantly streamlines the modernization of legacy RPG programs into modern Java architectures, enhancing validation and integration processes. Its ability to understand and adapt to existing codebases reduces development time and minimizes errors. This advancement benefits the tech industry by facilitating smoother legacy system upgrades and offering consumers more reliable and efficient software solutions.

Key Takeaways

IBM Bob accelerates legacy code modernization to Java.
It improves validation of logic rewrites across programs.
The tool seamlessly integrates with existing Java architectures and libraries.

When IBM Bob is given an RPG program, Bob is able to help us modernize it into our new java architecture quickly. IBM Bob reads and understands RPG code very well and was great for validating logic rewrites that have been done on multiple programs. It also adapted to our Java code architecture well, using predefined internal libraries and database connections.

JD Joe Donofrio Director of IT , Wolff Bros

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