Mainframe Links

Open Mainframe Project

Community hub for open-source mainframe projects, working groups, events, and mentorship programs.

• COBOL Working Group
• Linux Distributions Working Group
• Modernization Working Group
• Community Slack Workspace
• Community Forum

IBM Z and LinuxONE Community

IBM's official community for zSystems users, educators, and enthusiasts.

• New to IBM zSystems
• IBM zSystems Educator Hub

SHARE

One of the largest independent associations for enterprise IT professionals.

Guide Share Europe

European user group for enterprise computing professionals.

GS UK

Independent UK-based user group hosting regular conferences and virtual events on enterprise computing.

VM Workshop

Annual workshop dedicated to z/VM and Linux on IBM Z.

MainframerZ Meetup

London-based meetup for mainframe professionals and enthusiasts.

Enterprise Computing Community

Academic community at Marist College focused on enterprise computing education.

zopen Community

Open-source community porting modern tools and utilities to z/OS.

IBM Z Customer Council

Forum for IBM Z customers to share experiences and network with peers.

r/mainframe — Reddit

Active subreddit for mainframe discussion, questions, and news.

Mainframe Experts — LinkedIn

LinkedIn group for mainframe professionals to network and share insights.

Professional Mainframers — Facebook

Facebook group for mainframe professionals to connect and discuss.

Mainframe Enthusiasts — Discord

Discord server for real-time mainframe chat and community support.

System Z Enthusiasts — Discord

Discord server focused on IBM System Z discussion and community.

Terminal Talk

Podcast covering mainframe topics, industry news, and interviews.

I Am A Mainframer

Podcast series featuring stories from mainframe professionals.

Mainframe, Performance, Topics

Podcast on mainframe performance topics hosted by IBM's Marna Walle.

Z DevOps Talks

Podcast focused on DevOps practices and tooling for IBM Z.

z/Action! Podcast

IBM community podcast covering z/OS and LinuxONE topics.

Linux on IBM zSystems and LinuxONE Webcast

Regular webcast series on running Linux on IBM Z and LinuxONE.

z/OSMF Community Guild Sessions

Community sessions on z/OS Management Facility best practices.

SHARE Pittsburgh 2026

Major enterprise IT conference with mainframe-focused sessions, labs, and networking.

VM Workshop 2026

Annual workshop for z/VM and Linux on IBM Z practitioners.

IT's Best Kept Secret

Video exploring the mainframe platform and why it remains one of IT's best-kept secrets.

IBM zSystems Advocacy Hub

IBM's central hub for zSystems advocacy resources, toolkits, and programs.

IBM Champions

Recognition program for IBM technology advocates who share expertise.

Open Mainframe Project Ambassadors

Ambassador program for community members who promote open-source mainframe initiatives.

IBM zSystems Student Ambassadors

Program for students to represent IBM zSystems on their campuses.

Seven9s

Etsy shop with mainframe-themed apparel and accessories.

Mainframe Style

Print-on-demand mainframe-themed clothing and accessories.

Mainframe Store

Dedicated store for mainframe merchandise and gifts.

Open Mainframe Project Store

Official merchandise store from the Open Mainframe Project.