Access to a IBM eServer zSeries mainframe for Linux developersArmonk 24 May 2001 A new programme from IBM will provide independent software developers with free access to the IBM eServer zSeries mainframe for writing Linux software applications. The program, the Linux Community Development System, provides developers with access to their own virtual mainframe running Linux as well as a Shark storage subsystem.
IBM customers, business partners, independent software vendors, consultants, academics and even IBM competitors are invited to register for their free server. The program is aimed at helping Linux developers build new enterprise applications that enable customers to consolidate their distributed servers on a single IBM zSeries mainframe.
The testing stage of the program has already drawn an expanding community of programmers and Linux enthusiasts from around the world. Developers from Korea, Scotland, India, New Zealand, and even a high school student from Brooklyn, are up and running on the mainframe, porting their Linux applications to ``Big Iron'' via the Internet.
Developers can enroll in the program via the IBM Linux home page at http://www.ibm.com/linu. Participants should go the zSeries and Linux Community Development System links. To ensure quality support, participants are being given access in stages. Users will choose between a SuSE or TurboLinux zSeries distribution of Linux and will be offered access for either 30, 60 or 90 days.
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