I frequently get asked what all the acronyms mean with the products under the Rational EM umbrella. They are confusing, and in some cases there may be one acronym that refers to two or more products (RSA for example). So.. to help alleviate the confusion, I’ve compiled a simple list of common acronyms. This relates … Read more
This is one we’ve been waiting on for quite a while! If you have 64bit Windows, you’ll now be able to use the explorer again to navigate your Quickr sites! Pull down the latest from Fix Central. Its labeled HF7. If you already have an IBM login ID for PPA, just click the link below. … Read more
So you think Microsoft Sharepoint will do everything you need to do? Think that Lotus is behind the curve? Spend a few minutes comparing the two. IBM does collaboration better. Period. So. Microsoft still has great marketing, right? ©2016 Strongback Consulting
If you are running WAS 7, be sure and check your fix packs today. We recommend you patch them to the latest of 7.0.0.17 or 7.0.0.15 at the latest. There is a cross-site scripting vulnerability you need to be aware of, as reported by Core Security Technologies Core Security Technologies Advisory – The administrative console … Read more
For those that are looking for strategies to modernize your legacy systems, this keynote sums up the strategies available rather nicely. That said, these are not one size fits all solutions, and they are not monolithic ones by any means. A well tailored plan, based on your environment, and business needs is best. Watch live … Read more
So we are ready to embark on day 3 of the conference and several themes are emerging. Some are the direct themes that IBM intentionally pushes. Others are those that are present by either lack of action or lack of attention. MethodologyMost notably, I am hearing nothing about Rational Unified Process. Even after IBM pushed … Read more
In preparation for the IBM Innovate conference starting this June, I’ve put together some helpful advice to newcomers who’ve not been to one of the conferences before. By no means is this a complete list, nor is it an official list. Its MY list. Enjoy: What to bring CLOTHING: Well, first off, this is Florida. … Read more
IBM is announcing the latest version of LotusLive services. These services are scheduled to go live the weekend of May 7-8. Here is what’s new: LotusLive Engage & LotusLive Connections Communities Like before, you can create Communities which include only members of your organization or you can invite guests from outside of your organization. However, with … Read more
I had this issue with a project earlier within an ANT build script I have for Team Concert. In this project I generate JavaDoc with the ANT task <javadoc> and then I use <scp> to move the generated HTML, CSS, and other artifacts over to the target documentation server. The scp task is a secure … Read more
This last week IBM announced that RDiSOA 8 is now available. Current customers have already been able to download the individual parts for some time. Now, they should see the full package available from Passport Advantage. RDiSOA Combines RPG and COBOL Development Tools for i with Rational Business Developer. It also combines the value propositions … Read more