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Using commands

Learn about the comprehensive set of commands available in IBM Bob Premium Package for Z.

Commands are high-level slash (/) commands that orchestrate multiple skills and tools into complete, end-to-end workflows. They are designed for interactive use during chat sessions to quickly execute common modernization tasks with minimal configuration.

Commands enable you to:

  • Initialize analysis environments
  • Refactor and transform legacy code
  • Validate modernized applications
  • Generate comprehensive program documentation

Available commands

CommandDescription
/initAnalyzes the IBM Z codebase and generates concise AI configuration files (AGENTS.md).
/z-coding-standards-skill-builderCreates coding standards in your workspace based on common practices through analysis of existing files to improve code generation.
/sign-in-to-z-understandAuthenticates your session with the Z Understand server.
/explainGenerates multi-perspective explanations of entire source files. Note: Not supported in Release 3.0.20+.
/refactorLaunches an interactive refactoring workflow using Z Understand extraction.
/refactor-report-generationGenerates comprehensive documentation reports for mainframe service refactoring efforts in COBOL and PL/I programs.
/sync-data-dictionarySynchronizes your local data dictionary with entries from the central copy stored on the Z Understand server.
/data-dictionary-managementGenerates a data dictionary based on programs mentioned in the implementation plan.
/impact-analysisGenerates a comprehensive impact analysis for proposed mainframe codebase changes in COBOL, PL/I, JCL, Assembler, or REXX.
/implementation-planningGenerates an implementation plan that describes necessary code changes to meet a business requirement.
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