100 Days of Cobol
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Cameron Robinson

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An online learning platform to help users master COBOL, the language powering U.S. bureaucratic systems. It offers hundreds of common programming tasks for hands-on practice, along with an online compiler and documentation summaries.

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This tool was born out of a deep-seated passion for COBOL, a programming language that, despite its age, continues to underpin the critical infrastructure of U.S. government systems and financial institutions. Recognizing the growing need for skilled COBOL programmers, especially as organizations face the challenge of migrating vast amounts of legacy data, it became clear that there was a significant gap in accessible and beginner-friendly resources. Many existing learning platforms focus on modern languages, leaving COBOL learners without a solid starting point. This platform was designed to bridge that gap, offering an intuitive and structured way for users to dive into COBOL. By providing a hands-on environment with a built-in online compiler, over 100 programming challenges, and comprehensive documentation, the platform demystifies COBOL for newcomers. It simplifies the learning curve and equips users with the knowledge and skills necessary to work on critical data migration and maintenance projects that keep the core systems of U.S. bureaucracy running efficiently. In an era where future AI tools and modern systems will depend on the successful migration and integration of COBOL-based data, this platform serves as an essential resource for anyone looking to ensure the continuity and evolution of these legacy systems.