BMC Compuware File-AID vs IBM File Manager vs InterTest comparison

File-AID is Compuware’s cross-platform file and data management solution that enables developers and QA staff to quickly and conveniently access necessary data and files instead of hunting around for them. In turn, developers devote less time to data-related tasks and spend more time developing new functionality and managing production problems. Rightsizing your test data provides confidence to make code changes without unintended consequences.

File-AID gives developers the ability to:

• Effectively manage files and data across platforms
• Access all standard file types regardless of record length or format for application integration
• Automatically compare data files or objects to simplify the test results validation process
• Reformat files by easily modifying an existing file format instead of starting from scratch
• Extract and load related subsets of data from multiple databases and files
• Ensure all test conditions are met by selecting the precise application test data you need
• Customize test data for a particular application and specific conditions
• Automate these activities using tools you already own, such as Jenkins

IBM File Manager for z/OS provides flexible, user-friendly tools for enhanced file processing when working with z/OS data sets, DB2, CICS, IMS or WebSphere MQ data of the IBM Determination Tools suite. File Manager extends the standard browse, edit, copy, batch and print utilities of Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF) to help developers work with that structured data more efficiently.

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.