After completing this course, you will be able to

• Create and delete VSAM data sets, using Access Method Services (AMS)
• Load VSAM data sets, using AMS REPRO
• Use the AMS PRINT command to list all or parts of a VSAM data set
• Use the AMS LISTCAT command to list all or part of a VSAM catalog
• Create and use VSAM alternate indexes and paths
• Estimate the space required to hold a VSAM data set
• Maintain data sets using the AMS commands REPRO, EXPORT, IMPORT, VERIFY, ALTER, and EXAMINE
• Create and use Reusable data sets
• Know where and what parameters provide tuning of VSAM performance
• Use advanced SMS features such as Extended Format KSDS and Record Level Sharing (RLS) ...