VMware Integrated Openstack: Install, Configure, Manage [V7] Course Overview

To ensure that you gain the maximum benefit from the VMware Integrated OpenStack: Install, Configure, Manage [V7] course, the following prerequisites are recommended:

• Basic understanding of virtualization concepts and familiarity with VMware vSphere®, including VMware ESXi™ and VMware vCenter Server®.
• Experience with working on a command-line interface is beneficial as the course may involve accessing and managing systems through CLI.
• Fundamental knowledge of OpenStack and its component services is helpful, though not strictly required.
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems, as some OpenStack components and interactions may involve Linux-based environments.
• Networking knowledge, including an understanding of network topologies and common networking protocols, will be advantageous.
• It is recommended to have a general awareness of cloud computing concepts to contextualize the course material effectively.

Please note that these prerequisites are meant to provide a foundation that will help you understand the course content. They are not meant to discourage interested learners who may not have extensive experience in all these areas. Additional resources and support will be provided during the course to assist all participants in achieving a comprehensive understanding of VMware Integrated OpenStack.

Target Audience for VMware Integrated Openstack: Install, Configure, Manage [V7]

The VMware Integrated Openstack: Install, Configure, Manage [V7] course is designed for IT professionals seeking to leverage OpenStack on VMware infrastructure.

• System administrators and engineers with a focus on virtualization and cloud infrastructure
• IT professionals responsible for OpenStack deployment, configuration, and management on VMware platforms
• Network engineers interested in integrating OpenStack with VMware NSX-T Data Center
• Cloud architects planning to design and implement cloud solutions with VMware Integrated OpenStack
• DevOps engineers looking to automate cloud infrastructure with Heat and understand OpenStack's architecture
• Technical support staff who troubleshoot VMware Integrated OpenStack environments
• IT decision-makers evaluating or adopting OpenStack for their cloud strategy
• IT consultants specializing in cloud technologies and infrastructure
• Infrastructure architects designing scalable and high-availability cloud solutions
• Storage administrators managing block storage with Cinder in a cloud environment
• Security professionals interested in implementing Firewall as a Service and Load Balancer as a Service within OpenStack
• Professionals working on IT automation and orchestration
• VMware certified professionals aiming to expand their expertise in OpenStack environments

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this VMware Integrated Openstack: Install, Configure, Manage [V7]?

Introduction to Learning Outcomes:

The VMware Integrated OpenStack: Install, Configure, Manage [V7] course provides comprehensive training on deploying, managing, and understanding the architecture of VMware's OpenStack solution, ensuring efficient cloud infrastructure management.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the fundamentals of OpenStack and the integration of VMware's services, including licensing models and use cases.
• Deploy VMware Integrated OpenStack using high-availability or compact models, with an understanding of Kubernetes roles in the control plane.
• Comprehend the architectural components of VMware Integrated OpenStack, including service distribution within Kubernetes pods.
• Configure and manage Keystone authentication, integrating with LDAP and managing related configurations and logs.
• Manage Glance image services, create flavors and images, and set up storage policies and metadata configurations.
• Integrate and manage Neutron networking, including custom resources and NSX-T Data Center integration.
• Utilize Nova to manage instances, understand regions and availability zones, and manage multiple vCenter instances.
• Implement Cinder block storage features, manage persistent volumes, and understand volume snapshots and attachments.
• Monitor the VMware Integrated OpenStack environment using Ceilometer, enabling telemetry services, and configuring relevant settings.
• Automate cloud resource orchestration with Heat templates and services, understanding the use cases and benefits.
• Troubleshoot common issues, employ troubleshooting tools, and perform Day-2 operations to ensure smooth VMware Integrated OpenStack functionality.
• Explore advanced features such as Load Balancer as a Service, Firewall as a Service, and advanced network service support like SRIOV and network trunking.