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Introduction to IBM Engineering Global Configuration
Efficiently Manage Complex Configurations with IBM Engineering Configuration Management and Global Configuration
Overview - Introduction to IBM Engineering Global Configuration
This course is intended for new users of IBM Engineering Configuration Management and Global Configuration. It introduces the basic and advanced concepts and features of IBM Engineering Configuration Management. It includes hands-on exercises where users will learn to create, edit, manipulate, and analyze configuration management data at the local and global level for IBM Engineering products including IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS Next, IBM Engineering Test Management, IBM Engineering Rhapsody Modeling Manager, IBM Engineering Workflow Management. The training will enable participants to understand the shift from a project-centric mindset to a product-centric model that enables better reuse and utilization of data.
Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to work with IBM Engineering Configuration Management and Global Configuration and use the key features of the solution. This two-day course is the essence of knowledge on the basics of working with Engineering Configuration Management and Global Configuration Management. The training will enable participants to quickly get started working with the tool so that they can meet the key requirements and expectations related to configuration and variant management in ongoing projects.
Duration: 2 day (16 hours)
Type: Instructor-led Classroom (workshop)
Location: Remote or On-site
Language: English
Audience: This course is for new IBM Engineering users.
Prerequisites: Knowledge about IBM Engineering platform and products
Outline - Introduction to IBM Engineering Jazz Global Configuration
DNG - Configuration Management Overview
Introduction to DNG Configuration Management
Components
Streams and Baselines
Change Sets
DNG - Components
Introduction to Components
Components Page
Switch Components
Create Component
DNG – Streams / Baselines
Introduction to Streams / Baselines
Local Stream / Baselines vs. Global Stream / Baselines
Current Stream / Baselines
DNG - Change Sets
Introduction to Change Sets
Introduction to Streams
Deliver Change Set
Review Changes Before Deliver
Automatic Change Set
Switch to Change Set Configuration
Associate Change Set with Work Item
DNG - Conflicts
Resolving Conflicts
Multiple Change Sets and Conflicts
Review the Changes to Deliver
Compare Artifacts
Automatically Deliver Changes
Deliver Change Set Including Module
DNG - Baselines and Streams
Create Baseline
Display Baselines for a Stream
Create Stream From Baseline
DNG - Compare Configurations
Compare Configurations
Compare Stream with Baseline
DNG - Deliver to Other Stream
Accept/Deliver Child Streams
Delivery
Select Change Sets
DNG - Copy to Component
Copy From Component
Clone From Component
Important Considerations
ETM (QM) - Configuration Management Overview
Introduction to ETM (QM) Configuration Management
Components
Streams and Baselines
Change Sets
ETM (QM) - Components
Introduction to Components
Components Page
Switch Components
Create Component
ETM (QM) – Streams / Baselines
Introduction to Streams / Baselines
Local Stream / Baselines vs. Global Stream / Baselines
Current Stream / Baselines
ETM (QM) - Conflicts
Resolving Conflicts
Multiple Change Sets and Conflicts
Review the Changes to Deliver
Compare Artifacts
Automatically Deliver Changes
Deliver Change Set Including Module
ETM (QM) - Baselines and Streams
Create Baseline
Display Baselines for a Stream
Create Stream From Baseline
ETM (QM) - Compare Configurations
Compare Configurations
Compare Stream with Baseline
Global Configuration Management
Global Configuration Management Overview
Global Configurations
Working in Global Configuration Context
Global Components
Introduction to Global Components
Create Component
Archive and Restore Component
Component Tags, Attributes, and Links
Create Custom Attribute
Create Tag
Add Custom Attribute to Global Component Type
Set Attribute Value in Global Component
Create and Add Link Type to Global Component Type
Add Link to Global Component
Global Configurations
Local Configuration vs. Global Configuration
Compare Global Configurations
Add ETM(QM) Configuration to Global Configuration
Add DNG Configuration to Global Configuration
Add CCM Stream to Global Configuration
Add AM Stream to Global Configuration
Replace and Remove Configurations
Configuration History
Global Baselines
Create Global Baseline
View Global Baseline
Compare Baseline with Global Configuration
Create Stream from Baseline
Baseline Staging
Artifact Links
Cross Component Links
Create Cross Component Link
Link Validity
Personal Streams
Create personal stream
Add change on personal stream
View change on personal stream
Discussions
Q&A session
Benefits of completing the training Introduction to Global Configuration
Participating in IBM Global Configuration training can offer several benefits, depending on your role and organisational needs. Here are some potential advantages:
- Gain in-depth knowledge of IBM Global Configuration Management to effectively manage and control the configuration of complex systems and software.
- Learn advanced change management techniques to handle modifications to configurations systematically, ensuring traceability and minimizing the impact of changes.
- Understand how to establish traceability between configuration items, requirements, and development artifacts, providing transparency and supporting auditing processes.
- Acquire skills in version control and baseline management, allowing for the creation and management of stable configurations at different points in the development lifecycle.
- Explore how IBM Global Configuration Management integrates seamlessly with other IBM Engineering tools, creating a unified environment for efficient configuration management.
- Learn how to customize workflows to align with your organization’s unique processes, optimizing the configuration management process for specific project requirements.
- Explore collaboration features that enhance communication among team members, fostering a collaborative environment for effective configuration management.
- Acquire skills in managing resources effectively within the configuration management process, optimizing the allocation of personnel, tools, and environments.
Participating in this training can empower individuals and teams to implement robust configuration management practices, ensuring the stability, traceability, and auditability of software and system configurations throughout the development lifecycle.
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