# Louis Knight-Webb from Bloop.ai - the YC startup turning COBOL into Java

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Published: 2025-01-02T11:38:01+00:00
Episode link: https://podcast.scalingdevtools.com/episodes/louis-bloop
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## Resource

Louis Knight-Webb is the CEO and co-founder of Bloop. Bloop helps with modernizing legacy software, particularly focusing on COBOL and mainframes. This episode is brought to you by WorkOS . If you're thinking about selling to enterprise customers, WorkOS can help you add enterprise features like Single Sign On and audit logs. Takeaways: - Mainframes and COBOL are still foundational in many industries. - Bloop started with a focus on code search but evolved to address legacy code modernization. - The transition from COBOL to Java is a significant challenge for many enterprises. - Innovative approaches are needed to effectively translate legacy code. - Ensuring code quality during migration is crucial to avoid operational disruptions. - AI can enhance the code translation process but has limitations with legacy languages. Links: - Louis Knight-Webb - Bloop Chapters: 00:00 The Legacy of Mainframes and COBOL 03:05 The Evolution of Bloop and Code Search 05:58 Challenges in Modernizing Legacy Code 08:48 Navigating the Enterprise Code Landscape 12:11 The Transition from COBOL to Java 15:05 Innovative Approaches to Code Translation 18:02 Ensuring Code Quality and Functionality 20:56 The Future of Development and AI Integration 23:52 Building Relationships in the Enterprise Space 26:45 The Long-Term Vision for Legacy Code Modernization

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