In this episode, we go behind the scenes of the NEXT Mainframe Academy with Tony, a Technical Trainer with nearly three decades of experience, and Tom, a recent graduate from the Mainframe Academy's third cohort. They bust common myths about mainframe technology, revealing how it powers everything from your credit card payments to your online shopping. Discover why NEXT is doubling down on "growing our own" talent to bridge a critical skills gap and how the academy provides a hands-on, supportive environment for the next generation of developers.From the evolution of the training programme to the integration of AI as a tool for acceleration, this conversation is a must-watch for anyone interested in technology, career development, and the power of mentorship.

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