VMware vSphere with Tanzu: Deploy and Manage [V7] Intermediate
VMware vSphere with Tanzu: Deploy and Manage [V7] trains system administrators and integrators to deploy and manage Kubernetes and containerized applications on vSphere, solving the growing challenge of integrating modern container workloads into existing virtualized environments. With 68% of enterprises now running containerized workloads in production (IDC, 2024), this course delivers critical skills in Tanzu Kubernetes Grid, namespaces, and Harbor registry deployment.
This course prepares learners for the VMware Certified Specialist – vSphere with Tanzu 2024 certification and includes Koenig’s 30-day lab access for hands-on practice. Graduates gain the expertise to manage hybrid cloud infrastructure, accelerating career advancement into high-demand roles like Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, where certified professionals earn up to $145,000 annually.
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Course Overview
The VMware vSphere with Tanzu: Deploy and Manage [V7] course by VMware is designed for experienced system administrators, systems engineers, and IT professionals responsible for deploying and managing containerized applications in virtualized environments. This intensive training prepares candidates for the VMware Certified Specialist – vSphere with Tanzu (5V0-23.20) exam, aligning directly with the skills required to integrate Kubernetes into vSphere infrastructure. With over 70% of enterprise organizations adopting hybrid cloud strategies involving Kubernetes, expertise in vSphere with Tanzu is in high demand across industries. The course serves roles such as Virtualization Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Cloud Infrastructure Specialists who are tasked with modernizing application delivery while maintaining enterprise-grade stability and security within VMware environments.
Participants engage with core technologies including VMware Tanzu Kubernetes Grid™ Service, vSphere Distributed Switch, NSX-T Data Center, Harbor Registry, and vSphere Client, using kubectl for command-line operations. The hands-on lab environment simulates a production-grade vSphere 7/8 infrastructure where students configure a Supervisor Cluster, enable Workload Management, and deploy Tanzu Kubernetes Grid (TKG) clusters. A key project involves creating vSphere with Tanzu namespaces with resource quotas and network policies, integrating Harbor for image registry management, and deploying containerized applications across multiple clusters. Using real-world scenarios, learners gain practical experience in monitoring, scaling, and troubleshooting Kubernetes workloads through vCenter Server events and log bundles, ensuring operational readiness in enterprise data centers.
This course provides direct preparation for the VMware Certified Specialist – vSphere with Tanzu certification, a credential increasingly recognized by top employers like Dell Technologies, IBM, and AWS for cloud and virtualization roles. Certified professionals report average salary increases of 15–20%, with Kubernetes and VMware-integrated roles commanding median salaries exceeding $120,000 in North America. Koenig Solutions enhances this training with Guaranteed-to-Run batches, official VMware courseware, and optional 1-on-1 mentoring, ensuring learners master both exam objectives and real-world deployment skills. Upon completion, professionals are equipped to lead Kubernetes adoption in enterprise environments, driving digital transformation and positioning themselves for advanced roles in cloud architecture and DevOps leadership.
What You'll Learn
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- Completion of VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage [V7] or VMware vSphere: Optimize and Scale [V7] certification, or equivalent hands-on experience
- Certification in VMware NSX-T Data Center: Install, Configure, Manage [V3.2], or comparable practical knowledge
- Ability to create and manage VMware vCenter Server objects such as data centers and folders effectively
- Experience in deploying and modifying virtual machines using wizards, templates, and hardware configuration management
- Proficiency in executing vSphere vMotion and Storage vMotion migrations to minimize downtime
- Hands-on expertise in configuring and managing vSphere DRS clusters with resource pools and vSphere High Availability clusters
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the 5V0-23.20 certification exam
Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– VMware vSphere with Tanzu: Deploy and Manage [V7] Basics
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Day 2– Kubernetes Fundamentals for VMware vSphere with Tanzu
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Day 3– Core Services in VMware vSphere with Tanzu
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Day 4– Managing Namespaces and Workloads via VMware
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Day 5– Tanzu Kubernetes Grid Operations and Maintenance
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Official Courseware
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of 5V0-23.20 certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the 5V0-23.20 certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- VMware vSphere Engineer
- Tanzu Platform Engineer
- Virtualization Engineer
- Kubernetes Infrastructure Specialist
- Cloud Native Infrastructure Engineer
- VMware Platform Consultant
Companies Hiring
and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking 5V0-23.20 certified professionals
Meet Your Instructor
Experienced Senior Corporate Trainer, VMware Certified Instructor - VCI & Omnissa Certified Instructor - OCI with over 14 years of experience in designing, deploying, configuring, managing, and supporting VMware products like vSphere, NSX, vSAN, and more, as well as Windows Server environments. Specializes in delivering training on VMware technologies to clients such as Ingram Micro, Capgemini, Deloitte, and Tata Consultancy Services. Associated with Koenig Solutions since November 2020, previously worked as a VMware Administrator at KernelSphere Technologies, IBM India, and other organizations. Well-versed in VMware Data Center Virtualization, Horizon 8, VMware vSphere, and Azure Administrator skills. Trusted by clients from various industries for providing high-quality training services.
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