Improved application performance with leading-edge optimization technology and exploitation of the latest IBM Z® systems and middleware, including IBM CICS and IBM Db2.
The METAL option allows using C syntax to develop system programs and low-level free-standing applications on z/OS that can use advanced optimization technology.
Usability features simplify programming and problem determination, supporting modern development tools.
XL C/C++ V2.4.1 for z/OS V2.4 is available as a web deliverable to provide support for the C11, C++11, and C++14 language standards for easier application migration to IBM Z.