Question 1

Is my COBOL code stored or used for training?

Accepted Answer

No. Your code is never stored, logged, or retained. It is sent to our analysis engine and immediately discarded. The provider does not train on API data.

Question 2

What COBOL dialects are supported?

Accepted Answer

CobolIntel supports IBM Enterprise COBOL for z/OS, MicroFocus Visual COBOL, GnuCOBOL, ACUCOBOL-GT, and IBM COBOL for AIX. The analyzer automatically detects your dialect.

Question 3

How does CobolIntel compare to IBM watsonx Code Assistant?

Accepted Answer

IBM watsonx Code Assistant requires IBM infrastructure and enterprise procurement. CobolIntel provides COBOL analysis, conversion, and documentation capabilities with a simpler entry path.

Question 4

Can CobolIntel convert COBOL to Java?

Accepted Answer

Yes. CobolIntel converts COBOL programs to clean, modern Java 17+ code with proper class structure, exception handling, and Java naming conventions. It also converts to Python 3, C# (.NET 8), and SQL.

Question 5

What is the free tier?

Accepted Answer

Starter is free forever. Enterprise is available by contacting us.

Question 6

Does it work with copybooks and CICS programs?

Accepted Answer

Yes. CobolIntel analyzes copybooks, CICS transactions, DB2 embedded SQL, IMS calls, and all standard COBOL constructs. The Dep Map mode specifically visualizes these dependencies.

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