This course provides a comprehensive presentation of the major features and functions of an IMS telecommunications system. IMS/TM (Online) programming concepts and coding techniques are explained. Detailed coding examples are provided to reinforce the class materials and hands-on workshop programs.

This course is intended for a Systems Analyst/Applications Programmer or an Applications Programmer who will be responsible for the development of IMS/TM application programs.

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will:

• Master the basic concepts of "online" processing
• Understand the IMS/TM environment and learn how application programs are executed within such an environment
• Understand the purpose and program structures associated with Non-conversational and Conversational type programs
• Learn the relationship between IMS/TM programs and Screen formats developed using Message Formatting Services (MFS)
• Complete numerous in-class workshop programs

• IMS/TM Concepts
• IMS/TM Application Program Concepts
• IMS Library Considerations
• Review Of MFS Concepts
• IMS/TM Application Program Structure
• Non-Conversational Programs
• Pseudo-Conversational Programs
• Conversational Programs (Part I)
• Conversational Programs (Part II)
• Alternate Terminals/Printers/Programs
• Efficient Coding Techniques and the DSCA
• Dynamic Attribute Modification
• Appendix A: Purge and Rollback Calls
• Review: Menu Screen and Program-to-Program Message Switch Concepts

Some experience coding IMS/DB calls and knowledge of COBOL/COBOL II and TSO/ISPF.