vSphere 8 Data Center Virtualization: VMware Products and Solutions from Pluralsight

Are you looking to get certified with VMware's flagship Data Center Virtualization exam? This course will teach you about VMware products and solutions, a core objective in the VCP-DCV exam.

Are you interested in becoming a VMware Certified Professional? In this course, vSphere 8 Data Center Virtualization: VMware Products and Solutions, you’ll gain an understanding of the roles these solutions play in modern virtualized environments. First, you’ll explore the foundational role of VMware vSphere in the software-defined data center (SDDC), understanding how it centralizes and simplifies data center operations. Next, you’ll discover the practical applications of VMware vCenter Converter, delving into its capabilities for physical-to-virtual machine conversions and cross-platform VM migrations. Finally, you’ll learn about the intricacies of disaster recovery use cases, focusing on vSphere replication and the functionalities of VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM) for orchestrated, automated recovery processes. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have a robust knowledge of vSphere 8 Data Center Virtualization: VMware Products and Solutions needed to support you in sitting and passing the VMware VCP-DCV exam.

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Provides a strong foundation for beginner VMware users

Strengthens an existing foundation for intermediate VMware users

Develops professional skills in VMware products and solutions

Covers VMware topics relevant to many industries

Provides a comprehensive study of VMware products and solutions

Taught by Matt Allford, who is recognized for their work in VMware

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in vSphere 8 Data Center Virtualization: VMware Products and Solutions with these activities:

Review course materials and compile a study guide

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Compile a study guide that summarizes the key concepts covered in the course, ensuring a comprehensive review and reinforcing the understanding of VMware products and solutions.

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Review the course syllabus, lecture notes, and any additional materials provided.
Identify and extract the most important concepts, definitions, and examples related to VMware products and solutions.
Organize the information in a concise and logical manner, creating a structured study guide.
Use different colors, fonts, or highlighting techniques to emphasize important points.
Review the study guide regularly to reinforce memory and understanding.

Discuss VMware products and solutions with peers

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Engage in discussions with peers to exchange knowledge and perspectives on VMware products and solutions, deepening comprehension and identifying areas for further exploration.

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Join or create a study group or online forum dedicated to VMware technologies.
Participate in discussions, asking and answering questions related to the course topics.
Share experiences and insights gained from practical implementations or research.
Collaborate on projects or assignments related to VMware products and solutions.
Provide constructive feedback and support to fellow peers.

Configure a VMware vCenter Server

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Configure a VMware vCenter Server to gain practical experience in managing and monitoring virtual machines, ensuring a deep understanding of the core functionality of VMware vSphere.

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Install VMware vCenter Server on a suitable host machine.
Configure network settings and create a vCenter Server database.
Add ESXi hosts to the vCenter Server inventory.
Create and manage virtual machines, including resource allocation and configuration.
Monitor and troubleshoot virtual machines and the vCenter Server environment.

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Design a disaster recovery plan using VMware products

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Create a disaster recovery plan using VMware products such as vSphere replication and VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM) to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of disaster recovery strategies and implementation.

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Gather requirements and assess potential risks.
Design a disaster recovery plan that outlines recovery objectives, timelines, and procedures.
Configure VMware vSphere replication for automated replication of virtual machines to a secondary site.
Implement VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM) for orchestrated failover and recovery.
Test the disaster recovery plan and make necessary adjustments.

Mentor junior colleagues or students on VMware products and solutions

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Share your knowledge and expertise by mentoring junior colleagues or students on VMware products and solutions, solidifying your understanding and contributing to the development of others.

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Identify opportunities to mentor others within your workplace or through professional organizations.
Develop a structured mentoring plan that outlines the goals, activities, and timeline.
Provide guidance and support on topics related to VMware products and solutions, including vSphere, vCenter Server, and cloud technologies.
Review and provide feedback on their work, projects, or presentations.
Encourage their professional development and growth by connecting them with industry experts and resources.

Contribute to open source projects related to VMware

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Participate in open source projects related to VMware products and solutions to gain hands-on experience, demonstrate proficiency, and contribute to the VMware community.

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Identify open source projects related to VMware technologies, such as vSphere, vCenter Server, or VMware Cloud.
Review the project documentation and codebase.
Identify areas where you can contribute, such as bug fixes, feature enhancements, or documentation improvements.
Submit pull requests or merge requests to the project repository.
Collaborate with other contributors and maintainers to ensure the quality and alignment of your contributions.

Career center

Learners who complete vSphere 8 Data Center Virtualization: VMware Products and Solutions will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Virtualization Engineer

A Virtualization Engineer designs, deploys, and manages virtualized environments for companies. This often involves managing programs that serve several virtual servers on a single server. The course on VMware Products and Solutions offers a strong foundation in understanding how VMware vSphere operates a software-defined data center (SDDC). This understanding is crucial to proficiency as a Virtualization Engineer. Particularly relevant to this course is the look into disaster recovery processes through Site Recovery Manager, a program that ensures uptime in the event of a disruption.

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Systems Administrator

A Systems Administrator is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting computer systems and networks for a company. They may also provide technical support to users. The course on VMware Products and Solutions provides a foundation in understanding how to manage virtualized environments. This understanding is crucial to proficiency as a Systems Administrator. Particularly relevant to this course is the look into disaster recovery processes through Site Recovery Manager, a program that ensures uptime in the event of a disruption.

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Data Center Manager

Data Center Managers are responsible for the day-to-day operations of a data center. They may also be responsible for planning and implementing new technologies. The course on VMware Products and Solutions provides a foundation in understanding how to manage virtualized environments. This understanding is crucial to proficiency as a Data Center Manager. Particularly relevant to this course is the look into disaster recovery processes through Site Recovery Manager, a program that ensures uptime in the event of a disruption.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining computer networks for companies. They may also provide technical support to users. The course on VMware Products and Solutions provides a foundation in understanding how to manage virtualized environments. This understanding is crucial to proficiency as a Network Administrator. Particularly relevant to this course is the look into disaster recovery processes through Site Recovery Manager, a program that ensures uptime in the event of a disruption.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers manage cloud computing systems and services for companies. Some have a background in software engineering, while others come from computer science fields. A course on VMware Products and Solutions provides a foundation in understanding how cloud software is engineered. This understanding can be an asset in a bid to become a Cloud Engineer. Particularly relevant to this course is the look into disaster recovery processes through Site Recovery Manager, a staple of maintaining a cloud in the event of disruptions.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects design and implement cloud computing solutions for organizations. They may also be responsible for managing cloud budgets and security. The course on VMware Products and Solutions can aid a Cloud Architect who is tasked with designing or implementing a cloud solution. This course provides a foundation in understanding the role of VMware vSphere in a software-defined data center (SDDC). This understanding is crucial to successful design and implementation of cloud solutions.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers combine software development (Dev) and information technology operations (Ops) to improve the efficiency and speed of software development and delivery. The course on VMware Products and Solutions may be useful to a DevOps Engineer who is working on projects involving virtualization or disaster recovery. This course provides a foundation in understanding the role of VMware vSphere in a software-defined data center (SDDC). It also covers disaster recovery processes through Site Recovery Manager. This understanding can be an asset in DevOps work.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists analyze data to extract insights and knowledge that can be used to solve problems and make better decisions. The course on VMware Products and Solutions may be useful to a Data Scientist who is working with data from virtualized environments. This course provides a foundation in understanding the role of VMware vSphere in a software-defined data center (SDDC). This understanding can help a Data Scientist write queries and design models that are optimized for virtualized environments.

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IT Manager

IT Managers plan and direct the implementation and use of information technology within an organization. They may also be responsible for budgets and security. The course on VMware Products and Solutions can aid an IT Manager who is tasked with managing the virtualization of their company's servers. This course provides a foundation in understanding the role of VMware vSphere in a software-defined data center (SDDC). This understanding is crucial to successful implementation and management of virtualized environments.

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Consultant

Consultants advise clients on a range of business issues. They may specialize in a particular area, such as information technology. The course on VMware Products and Solutions can aid a Consultant who is tasked with assisting a client with virtualization or disaster recovery. This course provides a foundation in understanding the role of VMware vSphere in a software-defined data center (SDDC). It also covers disaster recovery processes through Site Recovery Manager. This understanding is important to successful consulting.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts study and analyze an organization's computer systems and procedures. They may also recommend and implement improvements. The course on VMware Products and Solutions can aid a Systems Analyst who is tasked with improving a virtualized environment. This course provides a foundation in understanding the role of VMware vSphere in a software-defined data center (SDDC). This understanding can help an analyst identify and implement improvements for virtualized environments.

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IT Architect

IT Architects design and implement technology solutions for organizations. They may also be responsible for managing IT budgets and security. The course on VMware Products and Solutions can aid an IT Architect who is tasked with designing or implementing a virtualized environment. This course provides a foundation in understanding the role of VMware vSphere in a software-defined data center (SDDC). This understanding is crucial to successful design and implementation of virtualized environments.

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IT Security Analyst

IT Security Analysts plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's computer systems and networks. They may also investigate security breaches and incidents. The course on VMware Products and Solutions can aid an IT Security Analyst who is tasked with securing a virtualized environment. This course provides a foundation in understanding the role of VMware vSphere in a software-defined data center (SDDC). This understanding is crucial to successfully securing virtualized environments.

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Product Manager

Product Managers plan and develop products for companies. They may also be responsible for marketing and sales. The course on VMware Products and Solutions can aid a Product Manager who is working on products related to virtualization or disaster recovery. This course provides a foundation in understanding the role of VMware vSphere in a software-defined data center (SDDC). It also covers disaster recovery processes through Site Recovery Manager. This understanding can be an asset in product planning and development.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain software systems. They may also work on software architecture and design. The course on VMware Products and Solutions may be useful to a Software Engineer who is working on projects involving virtualization or disaster recovery. This course provides a foundation in understanding the role of VMware vSphere in a software-defined data center (SDDC). It also covers disaster recovery processes through Site Recovery Manager. This understanding can be an asset in software engineering.

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Reading list

We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in vSphere 8 Data Center Virtualization: VMware Products and Solutions.

Network Programmability and Automation

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Provides a comprehensive overview of VMware NSX-T Data Center, covering its architecture, features, and best practices for implementing software-defined networking and security solutions in virtualized environments.

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VMware vCloud Architecture Toolkit (vCAT)

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This guide from VMware provides detailed instructions on how to upgrade to vSphere 8.0 from previous versions of vSphere. It covers both simple and complex upgrade scenarios.

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