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In this course, you’ll learn why you should create a lab, how to create a lab step by step, and how to virtualize a variety of different operating systems. If you want to build an awesome virtual lab with VMware Workstation – this course is for you!

Virtual labs allow IT Pros to create training, test, and demo environments to run different applications and multiple operating systems on their own desktop or laptop computer. In this course, Creating a Lab with VMware Workstation Pro, you will learn how to create a set of virtual machines useful for all kinds of testing scenarios. First, you will learn why you should create a lab. Next, you will explore how to create a lab. Finally, you will discover how to test multiple types of applications for various use cases. When you are finished with this course, you will have the knowledge needed to build a virtual lab that can be used to run Windows, Mac, and Linux virtual machines and containers using VMware Workstation Pro.

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Course Overview

Preparing to Build a Virtual Lab

Installing VMware Workstation Pro

Creating Your First Virtual Machine in Workstation

Navigating and Configuring Workstation

Building a Multi-OS Virtual Lab in Workstation

Advanced Virtual Lab Configuration

Conclusion

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Ideal for intermediate learners looking to build a testing environment for various scenarios

Builds an understanding of creating and using virtual machines to test applications and multiple operating systems

Covers a range of operating systems like Windows, Mac, and Linux, making it relevant to a variety of users

Taught by industry expert David Davis, who has a strong reputation in virtualization

May require a computer with virtualization capabilities, which could be a barrier for some learners

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Learners who complete Better .NET Unit Tests with AutoFixture: Get Started will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Software Engineer

A Software Engineer designs, develops, and maintains software systems. This course may be useful to a Software Engineer who is involved in developing or testing software for virtualized environments, as it provides a solid foundation in virtualization technology and virtual machine management. The course will help them understand the benefits and challenges of virtualization and how to effectively develop and test software for virtualized environments.

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Systems Administrator

A Systems Administrator installs, configures, and maintains computer systems and networks. This course may be useful to a Systems Administrator who is responsible for managing and maintaining virtualized environments, as it provides a solid foundation in virtualization technology and virtual machine management. The course will help them understand how to configure and manage virtual machines, as well as how to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a virtualized environment.

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Cloud Engineer

A Cloud Engineer designs, builds, and manages cloud computing solutions. This course would be highly relevant to a Cloud Engineer as it provides a comprehensive overview of virtualization technology, virtual machine management, and cloud computing. The course will help them understand the benefits and challenges of virtualization and how to effectively design, build, and manage cloud computing solutions.

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Virtualization Architect

A Virtualization Architect designs and implements virtualization solutions. This course would be highly relevant to a Virtualization Architect as it provides a comprehensive overview of virtualization technology, virtual machine management, and cloud computing. The course will help them understand the benefits and challenges of virtualization and how to effectively design, implement, and manage virtualization solutions.

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Security Engineer

A Security Engineer designs, implements, and maintains security measures to protect information systems and networks. This course may be useful to a Security Engineer who is responsible for securing virtualized environments, as it provides a solid foundation in virtualization technology and virtual machine management. The course will help them understand the security risks associated with virtualization and how to implement security measures to protect virtualized environments from threats.

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Network Engineer

A Network Engineer designs, installs, and maintains computer networks. This course may be useful to a Network Engineer who is responsible for managing and maintaining virtualized environments, as it provides a solid foundation in virtualization technology and virtual machine management. The course will help them understand how to configure and manage virtual networks, as well as how to troubleshoot and resolve network issues in a virtualized environment.

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Site Reliability Engineer

A Site Reliability Engineer ensures the reliability and performance of software systems. This course may be helpful to a Site Reliability Engineer who is responsible for managing and maintaining virtualized environments, as it provides a solid foundation in virtualization technology, virtual machine creation, and management. The course will help them understand the benefits and challenges of virtualization and how to effectively manage virtual environments to ensure the reliability and performance of software systems.

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DevOps Engineer

A DevOps Engineer automates and integrates the software development and operations processes. This course may be useful to a DevOps Engineer who is responsible for managing and maintaining virtualized environments, as it provides a solid foundation in virtualization technology, virtual machine creation, and management. The course will help them understand the benefits and challenges of virtualization, and how to effectively manage virtual environments in an automated and integrated manner.

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Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect designs, builds, and manages cloud computing solutions. This course would be highly relevant to a Cloud Architect, as it provides a comprehensive overview of virtualization technology, virtual machine management, and cloud computing. The course will help them understand the benefits and challenges of virtualization and how to effectively design, build, and manage cloud computing solutions.

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Data Center Manager

A Data Center Manager plans, organizes, and directs the operation of data centers. This course would be valuable for a Data Center Manager responsible for managing and maintaining virtualized environments, as it provides a comprehensive overview of virtualization technology, virtual machine management, and data center operations. The course will help them understand the benefits and challenges of virtualization and how to effectively manage data centers in a virtualized environment.

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IT Consultant

An IT Consultant provides expert advice and guidance to organizations on the implementation and management of information technology systems. This course may be useful to an IT Consultant who specializes in virtualization and cloud computing. The course will provide them with a solid understanding of virtual machine technology, and how to effectively manage and maintain virtualized environments. This knowledge will enable them to provide valuable advice to clients who are considering or have already implemented virtualization solutions.

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Test Engineer

A Test Engineer plans, executes, and analyzes software tests to ensure the quality of software products. This course may be helpful to a Test Engineer who is involved in testing virtualized environments, as it provides hands-on experience in creating and managing virtual machines, as well as testing different operating systems and applications. The course will help them develop the skills needed to effectively test virtualized environments and ensure the quality of software products.

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IT Manager

An IT Manager plans, organizes, and directs the implementation of information technology systems within an organization. This course would be a good choice for an IT Manager who is responsible for managing and maintaining virtual machines and containers, as it provides a solid foundation in virtualization technology, virtual machine creation, and management. The course will help them understand the benefits and challenges of virtualization, and how to effectively manage virtual environments.

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Systems Engineer

A Systems Engineer designs, implements, and maintains computer systems and networks. This course, with its focus on creating and managing virtual machines, could be useful for a Systems Engineer who wishes to develop their skills in virtualization and operating system management. The course will help them learn how to set up and configure virtual machines, as well as how to troubleshoot and resolve issues that may arise.

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Laboratory Technician

A Laboratory Technician runs various tests, analyzes data, and maintains equipment in a laboratory setting. This course may be useful to a Laboratory Technician who is required to set up and use laboratory equipment, and who would therefore benefit from creating a virtual lab environment on their computer, which can help them familiarize themselves with virtualization technology and the operation of different operating systems in a safe and isolated environment.

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