MVMRUG AGENDA

 8:30 a.m. Registration 
 
           A continental breakfast will be provided.
 
 

 8:45 a.m. MVMRUG Business Meeting
 

 9:00 a.m. Back to Basics: Using z/VM    
           Will Roden
           IBM
 
           Abstract
 
           If you are new to z/VM, whether you have a Linux
           background, z/OS, or simply have been away from VM
           for a long time, this is the session for you! We
           will show you what commands to use, how data is
           stored, what the file system looks like, editing
           files, and some of the many tools available for you
           to be productive in this new environment.
 

10:00 a.m. Break 
 

10:15 a.m. Advanced Rexx Techniques
           Phil Smith III
           Velocity Software
 
           Abstract
 
           Are you already in love with Rexx's power, but feel
           you could  get more out of it?  Come hear about Rexx
           'power tools', performance tips, and other ways to
           exploit it to its fullest.  This presentation, aimed
           at the programmer who has some Rexx usage but wishes
           to learn more about it, contains information of value
           to all Rexx users.
 

11:15 a.m. Linux Performance Management on z/VM
           Phil Smith III,
           Velocity Software
 
           Abstract
 
           Managing Linux on System z requires tools for capacity
           planning, performance analysis, chargeback, and
           operational support.  This presentation discusses the
           evolution of z/Linux performance management, including
           strengths and weakenesses of various measurement
           infrastructure technologies; presents the Velocity
           Software solution; and discusses some common
           performance problems and cures.
 

12:15 p.m. Lunch 
 

 1:15 p.m. FREE - FOR - ALL 
 

 2:00      Break
 

 2:15 p.m. Changing Behavior                  
           Will Roden
           IBM
 
           Abstract
 
           Everyone can benefit from the knowledge of how to
           change behavior whether it's on a business or
           personal level. This presentation will discuss the
           basic concepts in behavior modification. New
           theories, tips, and techniques supported with
           corresponding reference material, will be made
           available for ongoing self-maintenance. Join us
           for a refreshing and interesting new perspective in
           Changing Behavior
 

 3:15 p.m. Break 
 

 3:30 p.m.  Team Leading        
           Will Roden
           IBM
 
           Abstract
 
            Everyone is a team leader. Some have a team of many
            and some have a team of one. Regardless, you will
            never stop building team leader skills since there
            are many aspects to being a team leader. We will
            discuss several of the basic skills. This will
            include: planning, estimating, running a project,
            how to get out of trouble, and many more. Join us
            and we will focus on new skills and you will also
            receive many useful references to continue your
            study.
 
 
 4:30 p.m. Door Prizes / Q&A / Closing / Socializing