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File Master Plus

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Anonymous User
We use it together with Grid Tools to mask IMS data. However, it cannot handle IMS Sysplex.
CA File Master handles IMS data (together with Grid Tools), which we can use to mask/privatize our data then store on IMS databases. Together with... Read more →
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Helps programmers verify changes, identify any kind of logic mistakes, more quickly
Programmers can verify their changes more quickly, identify any kind of logic mistakes in the program more quickly.
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Pros
"Makes it quick to investigate/fix problems related to application data. Our business can get back to normal operations in short order.""The Browse function and utilities are valuable; the solution is easy to use.""Provides ease of use, ease of manageability, and ease of managing DSN files.""We use it together with Grid Tools to mask IMS data."

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"Programmers can verify their changes more quickly, identify any kind of logic mistakes in the program more quickly.""InterTest is also bundled with SymDump. We see this as a bundle. They are always together for us. So InterTest is used for debugging process, walking through the code, checking data conditions and code flow. SymDump is used for the fact, after a problem occurs. SymDump catches what point in time the problem occurred, all the other connecting data, and points us to the code to indicate what caused the situation."

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"It would be better if it took less CPU time.""​CA File Master cannot handle IMS Sysplex.​""The setup is quite complex. We needed a system programmer for the initial setup.""They need to keep coming out with new features, and new releases. There hasn't been a new release in a while.""For any change to CA File Master, we need a system programmer, which makes the change process very time consuming​."

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"You can have as many users as you like using it. However, sometimes they'll "step on each other" if there are two applications that are testing in one particular region, one could cause some type of a storage overlay and that will hamper another customer trying to do something in the same region."

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  • "The pricing is good value."

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    Also Known As
    CA File Master Plus
    CA InterTest, CA InterTest for CICS, CA InterTest for Batch
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    Overview

    CA File Master Plus is designed to streamline data assets and procedures, improve the accuracy of your mainframe data, reduce the time and effort associated with test file editing and data creation as well as reduce training costs.

    This Application and Testing Tools solution is a file management and data manipulation tool architected to speed test file creation and editing for virtual storage access method (VSAM), sequential and partitioned datasets. With the ability to visually browse and edit data, you can respond quickly to problems that may arise and make accurate changes on the fly.

    It also enables you to issue commands in batch, handily compare multiple file versions and filter your datasets with precision. To save your IT organization time and money, CA File Master Plus helps your team:

    • Create more consistent and accurate test data.
    • Find and fix problems more quickly.

    CA InterTest Batch helps you deliver quality applications quickly and can improve application stability by preventing errors before they occur.

    Designed to provide you with automated, reliable and cost-effective mainframe testing tools, CA InterTest Batch helps you to ensure well-tested programs before they go into production.

    With CA InterTest Batch, you can conduct mainframe performance testing and debugging directly from your source as well as correct problems without interrupting your testing session. It also enables you to detect and resolve errors interactively as they occur to help effectively minimize your application downtime and improve overall application quality.

    CA InterTest Batch features an Eclipse-based GUI which has attained Ready for IBM Rational software validation and Best Practice Compliance status.

    The comprehensive features of this mainframe solution can benefit your organization because they can:

    • Prevent ABENDs.
    • Ensure that your applications meet established service levels.
    Sample Customers
    Blue Hill Data Services
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    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm27%
    Insurance Company17%
    Computer Software Company9%
    Recreational Facilities/Services Company5%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm31%
    Manufacturing Company13%
    Computer Software Company9%
    Retailer8%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business9%
    Midsize Enterprise6%
    Large Enterprise85%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business18%
    Midsize Enterprise4%
    Large Enterprise78%

    File Master Plus is ranked 8th in Mainframe Testing Tools while InterTest is ranked 3rd in Mainframe Testing Tools. File Master Plus is rated 8.6, while InterTest is rated 10.0. The top reviewer of File Master Plus writes "Enables us to quickly investigate, fix problems related to our application data". On the other hand, the top reviewer of InterTest writes "Helps programmers verify changes, identify any kind of logic mistakes, more quickly". File Master Plus is most compared with IBM File Manager, BMC Compuware File-AID, BMC Compuware Topaz Program Analysis and BMC Compuware Topaz Enterprise Data, whereas InterTest is most compared with IBM Debug Tool, BMC Compuware Xpediter and BMC Compuware Topaz Program Analysis.

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