CoreStratos is an independent initiative focused on IBM i, with a clear goal: make RPG development, modernization and API-driven documentation faster, safer and more comfortable for development teams.
Many IBM i teams want to expose APIs, document business services or better structure their RPG programs — without launching a major rewrite project. CoreStratos positions itself as a pragmatic accelerator: start from what already exists, automate what can be automated, and support the transition step by step.
The RPGTools Suite and CoreStratos are built from field experience: legacy code parsing, production constraints, demanding clients and the constant need to keep functional control. Every feature aims at solving real problems encountered on projects.
CoreStratos does not replace configuration management tools, DevOps chains or home-grown frameworks. It provides a suite of tools — the RPGTools Suite — that integrates with them: Swagger generation, RPG skeletons, consistency checks and the VS Code extension are building blocks you can adopt progressively.
CoreStratos is developed with a progressive, project-oriented approach: small iterations, user feedback and a strong focus on integration with existing environments.
Focus on features that deliver immediate value: better visibility on RPG programs, quick Swagger generation, ready-to-use RPG skeletons and consistency checks.
You can start with a single use case (for example Swagger generation), then progressively extend the coverage: properties, RPG skeletons, CLI automation, VS Code integration…
Feedback from IBM i teams is essential to guide future evolutions. The goal is not to cover everything, but to cover the important scenarios well: APIs, integration, incremental modernization.
Demo videos are available on the RPGTools Suite page. If you still have questions or would like to discuss a specific context, you can use the contact form below.
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