BMC AMI DevX Code Debug for TSO 17: Extended Facilities Using ISPF (WBT)

Describe the purpose and value of scripts in Code Debug TSO
Identify script data sets and script libraries used by Code Debug TSO
Differentiate initial, test, post, and abend script categories
Demonstrate how to use scripts to initialize, control, and automate debugging sessions
Execute test scripts and reuse them across debugging scenarios
Apply post-script and abend-script processing to complete debugging workflows
Explain script creation guidelines and restrictions
Analyze practical use cases for scripts in debugging workflows
Create, edit, and run scripts in Code Debug TSO

Describe subroutine debugging in BMC AMI DevX Code Debug for TSO
Demonstrate how to debug a calling program without intercepting the subroutine
Trace program execution flow during subroutine calls
Explain the purpose and capabilities of the INTERCEPT facility
Execute the INTERCEPT command to debug subroutines
Demonstrate subroutine execution and tracing using the GO and TRACE commands
Monitor execution flow within a subroutine
Return execution control from the subroutine to the calling program

Describe how Code Debug TSO is used in Db2 and IMS environments
Explain Db2 plan and package binding requirements for debugging
Identify scenarios that require Db2 plan or package binding
Demonstrate how to use the Code Debug TSO Bind Facility
Demonstrate how to debug Db2 stored procedures with Code Debug TSO
Identify IMS program types supported (MPP, BMP, IFP)
Explain the IMS execution model and environment requirements
Apply techniques to handle abends and forced termination in Code Debug IMS
Demonstrate how to use the Detach Region Facility for IMS debugging
Navigate ISPF panels to access and use Code Debug IMS options

Explain sourceless debugging concepts and interpret system messages
Demonstrate how to debug sourceless COBOL programs using BMC AMI DevX Code Debug for TSO
Access and debug sourceless main programs and subprograms
Apply traditional sourceless debugging techniques and perform dump-format analysis
Execute key sourceless debugging commands: MEMORY, GPREGS, AT, SHOW AT, and DELETE AT
Create and use pseudo-assembler source for COBOL programs
Use the PSEUDO / PSEUDOSOURCE command for interactive debugging

Describe the File Allocation Utility (FAU) and its role in Code Debug TSO
Create and edit file allocation lists using FAU
Copy file lists from existing JCL, CLISTs, or other allocation lists
Execute key FAU commands: COPY, SAVE, END, and ALLOCATE
Navigate and use the EDIT FILE LIST panels
Use the File PARMS MENU to view and manage detailed file information
Allocate and manage different dataset types

Describe the purpose and value of scripts in Code Debug TSO
Identify script data sets and script libraries used by Code Debug TSO
Differentiate initial, test, post, and abend script categories
Demonstrate how to use scripts to initialize, control, and automate debugging sessions
Execute test scripts and reuse them across debugging scenarios
Apply post-script and abend-script processing to complete debugging workflows
Explain script creation guidelines and restrictions
Analyze practical use cases for scripts in debugging workflows
Create, edit, and run scripts in Code Debug TSO

Describe subroutine debugging in BMC AMI DevX Code Debug for TSO
Demonstrate how to debug a calling program without intercepting the subroutine
Trace program execution flow during subroutine calls
Explain the purpose and capabilities of the INTERCEPT facility
Execute the INTERCEPT command to debug subroutines
Demonstrate subroutine execution and tracing using the GO and TRACE commands
Monitor execution flow within a subroutine
Return execution control from the subroutine to the calling program

Describe how Code Debug TSO is used in Db2 and IMS environments
Explain Db2 plan and package binding requirements for debugging
Identify scenarios that require Db2 plan or package binding
Demonstrate how to use the Code Debug TSO Bind Facility
Demonstrate how to debug Db2 stored procedures with Code Debug TSO
Identify IMS program types supported (MPP, BMP, IFP)
Explain the IMS execution model and environment requirements
Apply techniques to handle abends and forced termination in Code Debug IMS
Demonstrate how to use the Detach Region Facility for IMS debugging
Navigate ISPF panels to access and use Code Debug IMS options

Explain sourceless debugging concepts and interpret system messages
Demonstrate how to debug sourceless COBOL programs using BMC AMI DevX Code Debug for TSO
Access and debug sourceless main programs and subprograms
Apply traditional sourceless debugging techniques and perform dump-format analysis
Execute key sourceless debugging commands: MEMORY, GPREGS, AT, SHOW AT, and DELETE AT
Create and use pseudo-assembler source for COBOL programs
Use the PSEUDO / PSEUDOSOURCE command for interactive debugging

Describe the File Allocation Utility (FAU) and its role in Code Debug TSO
Create and edit file allocation lists using FAU
Copy file lists from existing JCL, CLISTs, or other allocation lists
Execute key FAU commands: COPY, SAVE, END, and ALLOCATE
Navigate and use the EDIT FILE LIST panels
Use the File PARMS MENU to view and manage detailed file information
Allocate and manage different dataset types

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Module 1: Code Debug TSO Scripts

Module 2: Performing Subroutine Debugging

Module 3: Using Code Debug TSO in Db2 and IMS Environments

Module 4: Debugging a Sourceless Program

Module 5: File Allocation Utility (FAU)

Course Modules

Module 1: Code Debug TSO Scripts

Module 2: Performing Subroutine Debugging

Module 3: Using Code Debug TSO in Db2 and IMS Environments

Module 4: Debugging a Sourceless Program

Module 5: File Allocation Utility (FAU)

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BMC AMI DevX Code Debug for TSO 17: Extended Facilities Using ISPF (WBT)

Major release:

Recommended Prerequisites:

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Course Delivery:

Course Modules

Module 1: Code Debug TSO Scripts

Module 2: Performing Subroutine Debugging

Module 3: Using Code Debug TSO in Db2 and IMS Environments

Module 4: Debugging a Sourceless Program

Module 5: File Allocation Utility (FAU)

Course Modules

Module 1: Code Debug TSO Scripts

Module 2: Performing Subroutine Debugging

Module 3: Using Code Debug TSO in Db2 and IMS Environments

Module 4: Debugging a Sourceless Program

Module 5: File Allocation Utility (FAU)

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