How do we connect mainframe with hummingbird software.

[divya_agarwal]

Hi all,

I'm working on mainframe automation using VBA. Now i want to use humming bird software in it.
How do we connect hummingbird for mainframe in VBA.what is the role and functionality of hummingbird.

Can any one give me code and learning notes.

Regards,
Divya Agarwal

 

[Balr14]

Hummingbird provides FTP and 3270 terminal emulation access to the mainframe. What are you trying to connect to (MQ, CICS, batch, ISPF)?

 

[divya_agarwal]

i want to connect batch.

 

[Balr14]

So, your choices are basically:

1) FTP a file to the mainframe to drive a batch process and/or receive a file FTPed from the mainframe to complete your process.

2) Transmit data via MQ Series and have a scheduled batch job run to pick off the data from MQ and write results back to MQ for you to use.

3) Transmit data via MQ Series to a CICS listener task that creates a batch file that drives a batch process.

Of course, there are variations of these methods you can use, but basically you need FTP or MQ Series. I'd recommend using MQ Series if at all possible. The potential for error is much greater with FTP.