DL0ZDN0010G: New to Z: Learning

IBM Systems Training

on March 14, 2026

      

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Table of Contents

  1. Short Summary
  2. Duration
  3. Content Description
  4. Objectives
  5. Agenda
  6. Audience
  7. Skill Level
  8. Labs?
  9. Keywords
  10. Prerequisites
  11. Enrollment
  12. Errata
  13. Follow-on Courses

Short Summary

New to Z: Learning is designed to help you get up to speed with terminology, concepts, processes and basic knowledge of the Z domain and discover resources that Z experts use today.

Duration in Hours ⌚

23.0

Content Description

This learning plan is specifically designed to introduce new user experience designers and content developers to the world of IBM Z and LinuxONE, helping you embark on your learning journey in this highly technical domain.

In Level 1, you'll understand the value of IT Infrastructure to IBM clients and the global economy, gain a high-level understanding of IBM's infrastructure strategy, and see where you fit within the larger IBM organization.

Level 2 will guide you through the historical evolution of IBM Z systems, their current real-world applications, and the key personas utilizing those systems.

Finally, Level 3 will cover the latest IBM Z capabilities, familiarize you with various hardware and software components, and provide resources to deepen your knowledge. This course is your gateway to mastering the essentials of IBM Z and making a significant impact in your role.

Objectives

  • Understand the value of IT Infrastructure to IBM clients and the global economy
  • Obtain a high-level understanding of IBM Infrastructure and SWG strategy
  • Understand where you fit into the larger IBM organization, in terms of reporting structure
  • Understand the historical evolution of mainframes and the real-world value they provide today to enterprises worldwide
  • Define the various personas who use IBM Z systems
  • Identify the high-priority projects that Z designers and content developers are supporting
  • Understand the current/future IBM Z releases and capabilities
  • List the various IBM Z hardware components, operating systems and types of applications
  • Understand the various resources available to learn more about a specific IBM Z application or product

Agenda

None

Audience

None

Skill Level

Basic

Labs? 💻

No

Keywords

DL0ZDN0010G;IBM Z, Z, onboarding, LinuxONE, designers, content developers, history of IBM Z, IBM Z capabilities, infrastructure

Prerequisites

None

Enrollment

https://www.ibm.com/training/search?query=DL0ZDN0010G

Errata

None specified.

Follow-on Courses

None


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