IBM Bob Premium Package for i: AI-Powered Modernization Built for IBM i Developers

IBM i development teams are under increasing pressure to modernize applications faster while maintaining the reliability, security, and business continuity their organizations depend on. Join Tim Rowe, IBM i Application Development and System Management Business Architect and STSM, and Peter Ma, AI on IBM Power Product Manager, for an exclusive guided tour of the IBM Bob Premium Package for i. Designed specifically for IBM i developers, the IBM Bob Premium Package for i extends IBM Bob with IBM i-native AI capabilities that understand RPG, CL, DDS, application dependencies, and real system context. During this session, you will see how Bob helps development teams accelerate modernization, generate documentation, improve onboarding, create unit tests, and safely transform legacy applications using AI-assisted workflows purpose-built for IBM i. Attendees will learn how IBM Bob connects directly to IBM i environments, enables AI-powered code understanding and modernization, and helps organizations reduce risk while increasing developer productivity.

Tim Rowe

Business Architect Application Development & Systems Management for IBM i

Tim Rowe is the Business Architect for IBM i responsible for System Management and Application Development. He has a passion for modernization on IBM i and how we can continue to move IBM i into the world of 'Normal' . In his spare time he is a certified Soccer referee and enjoys refereeing games with his youngest son.

Peter Ma

AI on IBM Power Product Manager

IBM

AI Product Manager with a strong data science foundation and a proven ability to lead a cross-functional product team and to launch and scale transformational programs, driving multi-million-dollar impacts. Experienced in product analytics, experimentation, and AI innovations, blending technical expertise with strategic vision to empower teams and deliver user-centric solutions. Skilled in fostering collaboration across all levels, optimizing product strategies, and creating a culture of continuous improvement.

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