Explore how the Open Mainframe Project's Zowe is revolutionizing mainframe technology in this 27-minute Linux Foundation conference talk. Discover the evolution of mainframes, from their early days to modern implementations, and learn about the innovative Zowe framework. Gain insights into Zowe Explorer, plugins, and animations, as well as the Command Line Interface and Web Desktop features. Understand the importance of COBOL in today's mainframe environment and how Zowe is making mainframes more accessible and user-friendly. Delve into topics such as progressive discovery, shell scripting, and the extensibility of the Zowe platform. Engage with this informative presentation that challenges the notion that mainframes can't adapt to modern technological advancements.