About this document
This document provides guidance and reference information for users of Z Data Tools for CICS Component (ZDT/CICS).
Z Data Tools contains four
flavorsof Z Data Tools, for working in different environments or with different data formats:
- ZDT/CICS for working with CICS® resources.
- Z Data Tools Base component for working with QSAM data sets, VSAM data sets, or PDS members
- Db2 Component for working with Db2® data
- IMS Component for working with IMS™ data
In addition, reference is made to the HCL Z Common Components server (ZCC server).
This information is primarily focussed on the ZDT/CICS component and the differences between it and Z Data Tools Base component. You should use this document in conjunction with the Z Data Tools User’s Guide and Reference.
This document is divided into three parts:
- Part 1. Working with ZDT/CICS
- Describes the key ZDT/CICS concepts and tasks.
- Part 2. ZDT/CICS reference
- Provides a lookup reference for ZDT/CICS panels, fields, and commands.
For more information about the Z Data Tools Base component, ZDT/Db2, and ZDT/IMS components,
see the following books:
- Z Data Tools User’s Guide and Reference
- Z Data Tools User’s Guide and Reference for DB2 Data
- Z Data Tools User’s Guide and Reference for IMS Data