To ensure a successful experience with the VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track course, participants should have:

• A foundational understanding of virtualization concepts and how they drive the modern digital workspace.
• Basic knowledge of VMware vSphere® environments, including working with vCenter Server and ESXi hosts, which will be built upon during the course.
• Familiarity with desktop and application virtualization needs and terminology, allowing for a smoother transition into more complex course topics.
• Experience with Windows operating systems, particularly in an enterprise environment, as the course will cover the optimization and setup of Windows virtual machines.
• Knowledge of Linux operating systems is beneficial, as the course includes creating and managing Linux virtual machines.
• Basic networking knowledge is recommended to understand the Horizon Connection Server's integration and the optimization of network performance for VMware Horizon.
• If not already familiar, a willingness to learn about various VMware Horizon components, including Connection Server, Horizon Client options, and desktop pool configurations.

This course is designed for technical professionals with system administration skills and operators responsible for managing the Horizon environment. While some experience in these areas is advantageous, the course will cover fundamental concepts and provide comprehensive hands-on labs to reinforce learning and build competence.

Remember, this course is an opportunity to expand your skills and knowledge. A positive attitude and a commitment to engage with the material will greatly enhance your learning experience.

Target Audience for VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track

The VMware Horizon 8 course equips IT professionals with skills to deploy and manage virtual desktops and applications.

• System Administrators
• IT Managers
• IT Support Technicians
• Virtualization Engineers
• VMware Infrastructure Architects
• Desktop and Application Virtualization Specialists
• Cloud Operations Specialists
• Data Center Operations Staff
• Network Administrators
• Storage Administrators
• Desktop Deployment Staff
• Solutions Architects
• Technical Consultants
• VDI Administrators

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track?

Introduction to VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track Course Learning Outcomes:

This VMware Horizon 8 Fast Track course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to deploy, manage, and scale VMware Horizon 8 environments, including the integration and management of App Volumes for application delivery.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the architecture, features, and benefits of VMware Horizon 8 and App Volumes.
• Define use cases and translate customer requirements into a virtual desktop and application infrastructure.
• Master virtualization concepts with vSphere and manage virtual machines for Horizon environments.
• Create, optimize, and prepare both Windows and Linux virtual machines for desktop deployment.
• Install and configure Horizon Agent and create gold master images for desktop provisioning.
• Set up and manage automated desktop pools, including both dedicated and floating assignments.
• Utilize various Horizon clients, configure end-user experience features, and enable collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams.
• Deploy and manage instant-clone desktop pools, leveraging their rapid provisioning capabilities.
• Build and administer RDS desktop and application pools, including load balancing and instant clone technology for RDSH farms.
• Monitor the health and performance of Horizon components and manage desktop sessions with Horizon Administrator and HelpDesk tools.
• Configure and manage Horizon Connection Server, including system requirements, event databases, and ADAM database synchronization.
• Implement authentication and certificate management, including True SSO, in a Horizon environment.
• Integrate Workspace ONE Access for identity and access management and deploy virtual applications.
• Enhance Horizon performance and scalability, configure load balancers, and understand Cloud Pod Architecture.
• Manage security within a Horizon environment, including Unified Access Gateway deployment and two-factor authentication.
• Grasp the fundamentals of application and profile management within the Horizon context.
• Install and configure App Volumes, manage application packaging, and maintain writable volumes.
• Understand and work with Dynamic Environment Manager for user profile management and application configuration.
• Utilize VMware Horizon Smart Policies to control and fine-tune user access and experience within the virtualized environment.