BC101: Demystifying Kubernetes From PARMLIBs to Pods

Project and Program: Operations Management

Tags: Proceedings, SHARE Orlando 2026, 2026

Kubernetes can feel overwhelming to z/OS systems programmers—too many components, new terms, and unfamiliar tools. This session breaks it down using concepts you already know: jobs, address spaces, workload managers, and more. We’ll compare z/OS components to Kubernetes building blocks, highlight where the platforms align, and show how to approach K8s with confidence. You’ll leave with a practical mental model that makes Kubernetes less mysterious and more approachable.

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