REXX Programming under TSO/ISPF Training in Canada

  • Learn via: Online Instructor-Led / Classroom Based / Onsite
  • Duration: 3 Days
  • Price: From CAD 3,874
  • Upcoming Date:
  • UK & Canada Based Global Training Provider
REXX is a powerful multi-purpose and user-friendly programming tool used to exploit many IBM and third-party operational products. It is the tool of choice in most (if not all) of today's larger data centres for those who need to implement new operational procedures both quickly and effectively.<br><br>This three-day course is designed for TSO/ISPF users who wish to learn how to create and use programs in the REXX language. The course is taught combining formal classroom teaching with many practical exercises and problem scenarios, thus ensuring a full understanding of this powerful procedural language.<br><br>This course is also available for one-company, on-site presentations and for live presentation over the Internet, via the Virtual Classroom Environment service.
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Prerequisites

An understanding of programming at a conceptual level and a good knowledge of TSO and its commands. A superficial knowledge of ISPF/PDF is insufficient for those who wish to gain full value from this course.

What You Will Learn

  • describe the concepts and structure of the REXX language environment
  • write and debug REXX programs executing in the TSO environment
  • use the tracing and debugging aids effectively
  • use the loop control and decision making instructions
  • identify and put into practice the most commonly used REXX built in functions
  • parse data strings
  • use TSO commands and functions within REXX EXECS
  • manage I/O using data stacks and stems
  • use sub-routines and functions.

Training Outline

Introduction to TSO REXX

Executing REXX EXECs; elements of the REXX language: Clauses, Tokens, Labels, Assignments, Instructions and Commands; constant and variable symbols; Simple, Compound & Stem variable symbols; operators for concatenation, arithmetic, comparison & logical operations.

Tracing and Debugging

Using TRACE instruction for debugging; using immediate commands HI, HT, TS and TE; use of EXECUTIL; interpreting TRACE output.

Parsing Strings

Parsing variables and strings; basic parsing techniques; special templates; place holders, literal patterns and numeric patterns.

Control Instructions

Decisions: IF, THEN, ELSE, SELECT, WHEN, OTHERWISE; creating and controlling loops: DO WHILE, UNTIL, FOREVER, LEAVE, ITERATE; introduction to sub-routines.

Sub-routines and Functions

Internal and external sub-routines; how to create internal and external functions; passing arguments and results to and from sub-routines and functions; CALL; RETURN; EXIT; PROCEDURE; RESULT.

REXX Built-in Functions

Introduction to REXX supplied built in functions; how to use the most useful ones: ARG, DATE, TIME, DATATYPE, LENGTH, POS, WORDS, LEFT, RIGHT, STRIP, SPACE, COPIES and WORD.

Data Stack Management

LIFO and FIFO stacking; avoiding the stack; writing to the stack: PUSH and QUEUE; reading from the stack: PARSE PULL; creating and managing extensions to the stack: MAKEBUF, QBUF and DROPBUF; interrogating the stack: QUEUE, QELEM; creating and managing private stacks: NEWSTACK, DELSTACK and QSTACK.

Using TSO Commands & Functions

Using TSO commands and functions: SYSDSN, LISTDSI, MSG, OUTTRAP, PROMPT and SYSVAR; reading and writing datasets with EXECIO.

Why Choose Us

Experience REXX Programming under TSO/ISPF in Canada through Bilginç IT Academy's live and interactive virtual classroom environment, accessible from your home, office, or any location. Connect with expert trainers in real time and bring the energy of classroom learning into the digital experience.

  • Live Instructor-Led Sessions: Join scheduled training sessions with your instructor and fellow delegates in real time.
  • Interactive Learning Experience: Take part in discussions, practical exercises, group activities, and Q&A sessions throughout the course.
  • Expert Trainer Network: Learn from experienced trainers with strong industry backgrounds and practical field expertise.
  • Over 30 Years of Training Expertise: Benefit from Bilginç IT Academy's long-standing experience in delivering professional training since 1995.
  • Flexible and Scalable Delivery: Access live virtual classrooms from Canada and worldwide, with flexible planning options for individual and corporate training needs.

Experience REXX Programming under TSO/ISPF in a focused classroom environment in Canada. Bilginç IT Academy's carefully selected training venues provide a professional setting where delegates can interact directly with expert trainers and peers.

  • Experienced Trainers: Learn from specialists with extensive field experience and real-world knowledge.
  • Professional Training Venues: Attend courses in comfortable, well-equipped classrooms designed to support effective learning.
  • Focused Classroom Experience: Benefit from limited class sizes that encourage discussion, interaction, and personalized support.
  • Quality-Driven Learning: Develop practical skills through structured, up-to-date, and professionally designed training content.

Meet your team's training needs with Bilginç IT Academy's onsite REXX Programming under TSO/ISPF in Canada solution, delivered at your office or preferred location. Align your team's development with your business goals through a training experience tailored to your organization.

  • Tailored Course Content: Adapt the training program to your organization's projects, team structure, and specific business requirements.
  • Time and Cost Efficiency: Reduce travel, accommodation, and operational costs while maximizing the value of your training investment.
  • Team-Focused Learning: Help your employees develop around the same knowledge base and strengthen collaboration across your organization.
  • Simplified Planning and Tracking: Manage the training process, participant development, and organizational requirements with greater control.


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REXX Programming under TSO/ISPF Training Course in Canada Schedule

Join our public courses in our Canada facilities. Private class trainings will be organized at the location of your preference, according to your schedule.

We can organize this training at your preferred date and location.
30 June 2026 (3 Days)
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa
CAD 3,874
07 July 2026 (3 Days)
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa
CAD 3,874
12 July 2026 (3 Days)
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa
CAD 3,874
06 August 2026 (3 Days)
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa
CAD 3,874
18 August 2026 (3 Days)
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa
CAD 3,874
22 August 2026 (3 Days)
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa
CAD 3,874
24 August 2026 (3 Days)
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa
CAD 3,874
10 September 2026 (3 Days)
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa
CAD 3,874

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