IBM Project Bob
TOBi - The Object Builder for i (aka BOB Better Object Builder) -is an open-source build system for the IBM i platform, designed to streamline how native objects (like RPGLE, CLLE, COBOL, etc.) are compiled and managed.
IBM beautifully decided to confuse everyone by releasing:
IBM Project BOB - IBM’s AI-powered development assistant designed to help software teams ship better code, faster
So what is IBM BOB anyway?
IBM Project BOB is an AI-powered software development assistant that acts as an intelligent partner for developers, integrating directly into their IDE to accelerate the creation, modernization, and secure deployment of applications.
IBM Project Bob understands developer intent, repository context, and enterprise security standards to provide proactive assistance, helping teams ship high-quality code faster by catching issues early and reducing manual grunt work.
It’s currently in early access, and developers can to try it out. If you’re modernizing legacy apps or just tired of grunt work, Bob might be the IDE sidekick you didn’t know you needed.