IBM Rational Developer for z Systems is an integrated development tool that you can use to design, develop, deploy, and test mainframe software applications, Web, and composite applications. IBM Rational Developer for z Systems offers integration for a variety of source code management (SCM) tools in addition to providing a framework for creating your own SCM integration. It provides a common workbench and tools for the following: Development of COBOL, PL/I, C++, high-level assembler, Java and Web Services programs, Interactive access to z/OS systems, Support for IMS, CICS, Batch, USS, DB2 stored procedures, application servers and CICS and IMS application development for Web Services and SOA.
As of August 2025, the mindshare of IBM Rational Developer for z Systems in the Mainframe Application Development category
stands at 20.9%, down from 31.5% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Mainframe Application Development
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Financial Services Firm
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Insurance Company
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Government
9%
Computer Software Company
9%
Manufacturing Company
6%
University
5%
Retailer
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Legal Firm
3%
Hospitality Company
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Performing Arts
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Comms Service Provider
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Educational Organization
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Construction Company
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