Bundling Python with z/OS: Lowering the Barrier to Entry

IBM is exploring the possibility of including Python as part of the z/OS base operating system. This would mirror the inclusion of REXX, providing users with readily available access to Python's extensive capabilities – from web development and data analysis to AI and scientific computing – without needing separate installations. This move aims to significantly lower the barrier to entry for IT professionals, allowing them to be productive on z/OS while maintaining familiarity with a widely used language across other platforms.