DFSMShsm (Distributed File Storage Manager Hierarchical Storage Manager) Implementation

1. Hierarchical Storage Management (HSM)
2. Data Backup and Recovery
3. Space Management
4. Automatic Data Movement
5. Policy-Based Management

Before learning DFSMShsm (Distributed File Storage Manager Hierarchical Storage Manager) Implementation, you should ideally have the following skills:

1. Mainframe Knowledge: Understand mainframe architecture, z/OS, and related technologies.
2. Storage Concepts: Familiarity with storage management concepts such as data backup, recovery, storage tiers, and hierarchical storage management.
3. JCL (Job Control Language): Proficiency in writing and understanding JCL for job submission and management.
4. VSAM (Virtual Storage Access Method): Knowledge of VSAM files and datasets, as DFSMShsm interacts with VSAM files for data storage.

By learning DFSMShsm (Distributed File Storage Manager Hierarchical Storage Manager) Implementation, you gain the following skills:

1. Storage Management: Understanding of hierarchical storage management concepts and techniques for efficient data storage and retrieval.
2. Data Backup and Recovery: Proficiency in implementing backup and recovery strategies for mainframe data using DFSMShsm.
3. Data Migration: Ability to migrate data between different storage tiers based on access frequency and retention policies.
4. Tape Management: Knowledge of managing tape storage devices and libraries for long-term data retention.