VMware Cloud Director: Advanced Workshop [V10.2] Course Overview

To ensure that you are adequately prepared for the VMware Cloud Director: Advanced Workshop [V10.2] course and can gain the most from this training, you should have the following minimum prerequisites:

• Understanding of concepts presented in the VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage [V6.x] or [V7.x] course, or equivalent knowledge.
• Completion of the VMware Cloud Director: Install, Configure, Manage [V10.x] course or equivalent experience with VMware Cloud Director.
• Basic knowledge of cloud computing concepts and principles, including services and deployment models.
• Familiarity with VMware vSphere and VMware NSX technologies, as they form the foundation of a VMware Cloud Director environment.
• Understanding of basic networking concepts including switching, routing, and firewalling, which are applicable in a virtualized data center.
• Knowledge of basic storage concepts and principles, such as storage protocols, datastores, and shared storage for VMs.
• Some experience with operating systems and virtualization concepts, which will help in understanding the deployment and management of virtual machines.
• Willingness to engage with advanced technical content, as the course includes detailed discussions of cloud architecture and design.

While these prerequisites are designed to ensure that you can follow the course content effectively, they are not meant to discourage interested learners. If you feel you may not meet these exact requirements but have a strong desire to learn and a background in IT, we encourage you to consider enrolling and further developing your skills with Koenig Solutions. Our courses are designed to cater to a range of expertise levels, and our instructors are adept at providing support to help you succeed.

Target Audience for VMware Cloud Director: Advanced Workshop [V10.2]

The VMware Cloud Director: Advanced Workshop [V10.2] course is designed for IT professionals seeking to master cloud architecture and services using VMware technologies.

• Cloud Architects
• Systems Engineers and Administrators
• Cloud Services Developers
• IT Managers involved in cloud infrastructure planning and design
• Data Center Professionals
• VMware Solution Providers
• Network Engineers focusing on cloud networking and security
• VMware Authorized Consultants
• Technical Support Staff working with VMware Cloud Director environments
• Infrastructure Architects designing cloud solutions
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Specialists

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this VMware Cloud Director: Advanced Workshop [V10.2]?

Introduction to Learning Outcomes:

This advanced workshop is designed to expand your expertise in VMware Cloud Director, enabling you to architect, design, and operate a sophisticated cloud environment with the latest VMware technologies.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the advanced architecture of VMware Cloud Director and its deployment in various cloud scenarios.
• Design cloud solutions by integrating business and application requirements with VMware's standardized and flexible platform.
• Compare and contrast NSX for vSphere and NSX-T Data Center, including migration strategies and use cases.
• Gain insights into NSX Advanced Load Balancer integration and operation within the VMware Cloud Director environment.
• Learn the architecture and implementation of VMware Cloud Director Availability for migration and Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS).
• Explore the functionalities of vRealize Operations Manager and Tenant App in monitoring and managing service provider environments.
• Develop proficiency in utilizing vRealize Orchestrator for automation and orchestration within a service provider context.
• Understand the design and usage of vSphere for optimal cloud platform configuration, including single, stretched, and multi-site deployments.
• Grasp the concepts of Provider SLAs and their impact on service monetization and customer satisfaction.
• Delve into the VMware Cloud Director orchestration, including custom workflow design, UI customization, and extensibility for enhanced cloud services.