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Here are a few getting started videos to help you along:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/jRYHAQkcJnI\">Part one<\/a> just gets you started and gives a quick overview of the process<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/lBWKq_KRabg\">Part two<\/a> deals with getting the correct version of Access Client Solutions installed, if you haven&#8217;t already<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Dy2apRVKxIM\">Part three<\/a> focuses on installing the open source tools using the Open Source Package Management tool.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The goal here is to get you started.  There is more detail on how to use each tool and language in my book, if you are interested.  You will find it on Amazon.  ENJOY!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Long overdue so I&#8217;ll get right to it. I have purchased a Power 9 that is running IBM i and as I build this thing into an open source powerhouse, I&#8217;ll take you along for the journey. 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