Temporary Datasets IQ for Freshers

What is a temporary dataset in JCL?

Temporary datasets are created and used during the execution of a job. These datasets are temporary and deleted at the end of the job (not at the end of the step).

How to create a temporary dataset?

Temporary datasets are defined using the DD statement with a special naming convention. The naming convention for temporary datasets typically begins with an ampersand (&&) followed by a unique name. For example, &&TEMP might be used as the name for a temporary dataset used during sorting.

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