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title: Application Development, Testing and DevOps
url: https://www.broadcom.com/products/mainframe/application-development-testing-devops
description: Support new era and experienced developers with modern methodologies and toolsets.
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# Application Development, Testing and DevOps

## Accelerate application software

Deliver with a risk-managed approach to modernization.

[Fast-tracking DevX for Z - Best Practices](https://players.brightcove.net/6415665063001/Vh8ALpkmx_default/index.html?videoId=6389076174112)

Broadcom offers an industry-leading portfolio of tools used by mainframe teams to take advantage of contemporary, hybrid development practices without disruption. Usher in a new era of code change confidence and application vitality.

## Benefits

### Risk-managed 
Developers have a strong affinity for their tools: editors/IDEs, version control, build tools. Rather than disrupting well-established tooling and practices, Broadcom offers the best of both worlds - the ability to adopt hybrid development standards while maintaining legacy tools to streamline the transition. 

### Freedom of choice
Rather than a prescriptive approach to development, Broadcom offers maximum flexibility allowing each organization and team to adopt the practices and tools that best fit their needs. This Open-first approach ensures interoperability in a fast-changing technology landscape. 

### Normalization
Incorporating contemporary enterprise standards for application development, testing, and DevOps automation enables mainframe teams to increase delivery velocity while accessing a vast talent pool, including internal transfers.

## Featured Products

### [Team Build](https://www.broadcom.com/products/mainframe/application-development-testing-devops/team-build)
Team Build paves the way to new levels of IT alignment by enabling mainframe teams to use Git SCM and enterprise toolchains for z/OS applications.

### [Mainframe DevOps Suite](https://www.broadcom.com/products/mainframe/application-development-testing-devops/mainframe-devops-suite)
Accelerate application software delivery with a suite of hybrid development tools and enablers 

### [Code4z](https://www.broadcom.com/products/mainframe/application-development-testing-devops/code4z)
Empower developers with a contemporary, hybrid experience using Visual Studio Code (VS Code) and compatible cloud development environments (CDEs).

### [Endevor®](https://www.broadcom.com/products/mainframe/application-development-testing-devops/endevor)
Adopt modern development and DevOps practices, building on a rock-solid foundation including Bridge for Git, Team Build, Endevor Web Services, Endevor Web Interface, and DevOps integrations.

### [HB.js](https://www.broadcom.com/products/mainframe/application-development-testing-devops/hostbridge)
Create and orchestrate highly-efficient APIs for CICS applications, while optimizing existing integrations, including those created with 3rd party tools.

### [Gen](https://www.broadcom.com/products/mainframe/application-development-testing-devops/gen)
Deliver and maintain high-performing enterprise applications.

## Testimonials 
We use Endevor – it’s the gold standard in the industry.  
**Mainframe DevOps Lead**  
Top 5 European Bank

HostBridge is perfect – it’s exactly what we need for our upcoming projects.  
**Architect**  
State Government

I’m super excited about this [Code4z]. It will transform and accelerate the way our engineers work!”  
**Senior Engineering Manager**  
Leading Financial Services Firm

Forrester Maturity Model

## Mainframe Application Development Maturity Model

As AI redefines software delivery, 44% of mainframe and hybrid development leaders are dissatisfied with cycle times despite high operational stability. To keep pace, organizations must modernize workflows, automate testing, and adopt modern developer tools while safeguarding core data. A Forrester Consulting survey of 390 enterprise decision-makers outlines how teams can systematically elevate their maturity model.

- [Access the Paper](https://docs.broadcom.com/docs/forrester-mainframe-application-development-maturity-model)

## Modernizing Enterprise DevOps for z/OS Applications

Mainframe applications power critical business logic, but traditional 3270 interfaces and siloed pipelines create bottlenecks and talent gaps. This guide offers a practical, low-risk roadmap to modernize enterprise DevOps for z/OS using hybrid workflows, VS Code integration, and automated CI/CD pipelines—modernizing in place while protecting core mainframe investments.

- [Read the eBook](https://docs.broadcom.com/docs/modernizing-enterprise-devops-for-zos-applications)

## Additional Resources

[MSD_FY25_Mainframe-Developer-Study-Image_640x360.jpg](https://docs.broadcom.com/docs/modernizing-enterprise-devops-for-zos-applications)

### Analyst Report

Thought leadership paper, with recommendations, based on a survey of over 800 mainframe application developers.

- [Mainframe Application Developer Study](https://engage.broadcom.com/mainframe-developer-survey)

### Solution Brief

The ideal path forward combines contemporary DevOps automation, a hybrid cloud developer experience (DevX), and powerful API enablement.

[MSD_FY26_DEVOPS_Code-with-Confidence_Solution-Brief-Image_640x360-fotor-2026051281913.jpg](https://docs.broadcom.com/docs/devops-suite)

### Modern Mainframe Blog

Stay up-to-date with insights, trends, and best practices.

- [Mainframe for the Next Generation](https://medium.com/modern-mainframe)

## Work Smarter. Not Harder.

[online-training.png](https://docs.broadcom.com/docs/modernizing-enterprise-devops-for-zos-applications)

### Education and Training

![Education & Training](https://www.broadcom.com/media/blt4ac44e0e6c6d8341/bltbc585e58ca29cd6e/6051c98891c90f4740ec8b5c/online-training.png)

Transform your company and build your career with Broadcom training, certifications, and resources.

- [Mainframe Education Community](https://www.broadcom.com/support/education/mainframe)

[Icon_gears.png](https://docs.broadcom.com/docs/modernizing-enterprise-devops-for-zos-applications)

### Mainframe Integration Portal

Your hub for creating seamless integrations that tap into the full capabilities of mainframe services.

- [Explore Integration Resources](https://integration.mainframe.broadcom.com/)

[headset.png](https://docs.broadcom.com/docs/modernizing-enterprise-devops-for-zos-applications)

### Support

Get more from your software investment, leverage the knowledge of Broadcom services and support professionals.

- [Mainframe Software Support](https://support.broadcom.com/mainframe-software)

[community.png](https://docs.broadcom.com/docs/modernizing-enterprise-devops-for-zos-applications)

### Community

![Community](https://www.broadcom.com/media/blt4ac44e0e6c6d8341/blta25aa8e36ce17207/6051bd0f0a20382deb90a6c6/community.png)

Join the conversation at Broadcom's Mainframe Software Community, where members can go to collaborate with Broadcom products and solutions in an online setting.

- [Join the Conversation](https://community.broadcom.com/mainframesoftware/home)

[icon-consulting_services.jpg](https://docs.broadcom.com/docs/modernizing-enterprise-devops-for-zos-applications)

### Services

Leverage the knowledge of Broadcom Services professionals to get more from your mainframe solution.

- [Mainframe Professional Services](https://www.broadcom.com/support/services/mainframe)

[paper.png](https://docs.broadcom.com/docs/modernizing-enterprise-devops-for-zos-applications)

### Documentation

![Documentation](https://www.broadcom.com/media/blt4ac44e0e6c6d8341/blt7ac0ea7616016375/6051bba400b4d402d3f33945/paper.png)

Find the answers by leveraging Broadcom Mainframe's online knowledge center.

- [Documentation](https://techdocs.broadcom.com/us/en/ca-mainframe-software.html)

## Also of Interest

- [Endevor® Mainframe DevOps Software](https://www.broadcom.com/products/mainframe/application-development-testing-devops/endevor)
- [Broadcom Mainframe DevOps Suite](https://www.broadcom.com/products/mainframe/application-development-testing-devops/mainframe-devops-suite)
- [Mainframe Application Development and DevOps](https://www.broadcom.com/solutions/mainframe/application-development-devops)
