Zend IBM i Newsletter: April 2013
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Zend IBM i Newsletter - April 2013
Noteworthy News
The new Zend Server 6 brings the power of Mobile and Web apps to IBM i
We are very excited to announce the general availability of Zend Server 6 for IBM i - the absolute best way to add modern mobile or web interfaces to IBM i apps. By using Zend Server for IBM i, you can leverage the power and flexibility of PHP, while maintaining your existing RPG and DB2 data and business logic.

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PHP 2013 – Call for Papers open until May 3rd, 2013!
Mark your calendar for the 9th annual Zend PHP Conference - October 7-10 in Santa Clara, CA. Join PHP experts from around the world to share information and learn more about:

Professional PHP Development:
Best practices for enterprise architecture, development, and management.

Mobile-first Development
Techniques for building web technology based mobile apps and rich dynamic back-ends in PHP.

Cloud-based Applications
Building, deploying and managing PHP applications in the cloud.

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Featured Webinar
 
The PHP Toolkit from Zend and IBM
Zend Server for IBM i includes an open-source toolkit to enable XML scripting calls of IBM i resources from PHP, which enables easy access to IBM i applications, data, and proprietary features. In this webinar:
  • Understand how your older PHP applications can leverage this toolkit with minimal changes using Compatibility Wrapper (CW).
  • Learn more about developing PHP applications on your Windows or Linux machine or in the "cloud" and deploying them to IBM i.
  • Receive suggestions on security and troubleshooting as well as some tips and tricks for using your IBM i system.
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Upcoming Webinars
Why PHP on i?
In this session IBM speaker Tony Cairns will provide updates on latest collaboration efforts, application development strategies and powerful new features of XML Service. With the right mix of strategic and technical content, this webinar is a must watch for any PHP developer delivering applications on IBM i.
May 16, 2013 - 9:00am PDT, 12:00pm EDT, 5:00pm GMT, 6:00pm CET
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Free Zend Online Training Orientation
An opportunity to explore the Zend Virtual Classroom environment to get the most out of your Zend online training class..
May 30, 2013 - 4:00pm PDT, 7:00pm EDT, 9:00am AEST (+1)
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What's new with Zend Server for IBM i
This webcast will focus on latest versions of the PHP stack for IBM i, Zend Server 6 and Zend Studio 10. We'll review the IBM/Zend partnership, examine the installation and architecture of the new product suite and explore the features of the commercial and community editions of Zend Server for IBM i.
June 05, 2013 - 9:00am PDT, 12:00pm EDT, 5:00pm GMT, 6:00pm CET
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Upcoming Training
PHP I: Foundations Training (IBMi)
The Zend PHP I: Foundations (IBM i) course is designed to provide ILE programmers with a solid foundation in the PHP language. This course guides you through the basics of PHP with an experiential approach, filled with numerous examples and hands-on exercises, and makes frequent reference to the similarities and differences between the PHP and RPG languages, for better comprehension.
May 20, 22, 24, 29 (3hrs), 31 (3hrs), June 3, 5 & 7 from 8-10am PDT (Pacific); 17-19h00 CEDT; 15-17:00 GMT
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PHP II: Higher Structures
This class is designed for novice PHP developers who want to further advance their skills in the PHP language and already know the basics of PHP syntax, language constructs, and web site functionality. It utilizes a hands-on approach with numerous examples and practical exercises, as well as a key development project, to enhance learning.
May 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22 & 24 from 6-8:30am PDT (Pacific); 15-17h30 CEDT (Paris); 13-15:30 GMT
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Zend Framework 2: Fundamentals
The Zend Framework 2 Fundamentals course is designed for experienced PHP programmers who want to learn to combine Zend Framework 2 (ZF2) concepts and structural elements to utilize the full power of this software development kit for PHP applications. ZF2 is an open-source framework for developing web applications and services with PHP.
May 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16 & 17 from 2-4pm PDT (Pacific); 23-01h00 CEST (Paris); 21-23:00 GMT
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Northern iPower 2013
May 23, 2013 - Bradford, UK
NiSUG / COMMON GB are bringing their expertise to the North of England one again. This conference will have independent experts speaking on hot topics that are IBM-i and Power related. For example, in his session PHP/RPG, a marriage, not a contest, Zend IBM Solutions Consultant Mike Pavlak will demystify many of the common misconceptions about PHP and explain the benefits and features of the Zend and IBM relationship as it pertains to PHP on IBM i.

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European Power Summit 2013 (COMMON Europe Congress)
June 19, 2013 - Annecy, France
COMMON Europe's premier Power event covering IBM i, AIX, Linux and Open Source on this side of the Atlantic within the Power user community! As part of the IBM i ecosystem, Zend Technologies will be there as well. Join PHP on IBM i expert Mike Pavlak for his sessions!

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RESOURCES
Recorded webinars about PHP on IBM
Check out recorded webinars on topics like open source installation, Zend Server for IBM i, RPG report migration to the Web, and much more.
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