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This course will teach you how to implement, administer, and use VMware vSAN to power your vSphere infrastructure like a pro.

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This course will teach you how to implement, administer, and use VMware vSAN to power your vSphere infrastructure like a pro.

VMware vSphere administrators have long struggled with overly complex, costly, and inefficient shared storage solutions. In this course, Getting Started with VMware vSAN, you will learn how to implement VMware's hyperconverged storage solution, VMware vSAN, in your vSphere infrastructure. First, you will explore the features and benefits of vSAN. Next, you will discover how to properly design your vSAN infrastructure. Finally, you will learn how to deploy, configure, and manage VMware vSAN. When you are finished with this course, you will feel confident administering your VMware vSAN-powered vSphere infrastructure.

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Syllabus

Course Overview
Introduction
Getting to Know Enterprise Storage
Diving into VMware vSAN Concepts
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VMware vSAN Design Considerations
Implementing VMware vSAN
Configuring VMware vSAN Advanced Features
Monitoring and Managing VMware vSAN
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Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Examines VMware vSAN concepts in detail, which is highly relevant to vSphere infrastructure management
Taught by David Davis, who is recognized for their work in VMware vSAN administration
Develops skills for implementing, administering, and using VMware vSAN, which are core skills for VMware vSphere administrators
Explores features and benefits of VMware vSAN, providing a comprehensive understanding of its advantages
Covers VMware vSAN advanced features, such as stretched clusters and data locality, which are important for complex infrastructure setups
Requires learners to have prior knowledge of VMware vSphere, which may be a barrier for those new to VMware technology

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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 Getting Started with VMware vSAN with these activities:
Follow VMware vSAN Best Practices and White Papers
Familiarize yourself with the latest recommendations and best practices for vSAN implementation and management, enhancing your understanding and helping you avoid pitfalls.
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  • Review VMware's official vSAN best practices documentation
  • Read vSAN white papers and technical briefs
Design and Document a vSAN Implementation Plan
Develop a comprehensive plan for deploying and managing vSAN in your own environment, which will reinforce your knowledge and prepare you for real-world scenarios.
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  • Gather requirements and define goals for vSAN implementation
  • Design the vSAN infrastructure, including hardware sizing and storage configuration
  • Document the design and implementation plan for future reference
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Career center

Learners who complete Getting Started with VMware vSAN will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Storage Administrator
Storage Administrators design, build, and manage storage systems, Their responsibilities include managing physical storage devices, such as hard drives and solid-state drives, as well as managing storage software, such as file systems and storage management software. This course would be an excellent option to consider if you wish to pursue a career in this field.
Data Engineer
Data Engineers design, build, and manage data systems. They work closely with business stakeholders to understand their data needs and design systems that meet those needs. This course may be useful for someone wishing to pursue this career by teaching concepts of storage management and design, which is essential for managing large and complex data systems.
Database Administrator
Database Administrators design, build, and manage databases. They work closely with business stakeholders to understand their data needs and design databases that meet those needs. This course may be useful in building a foundation for a career as a Database Administrator by teaching concepts of storage management and design, which is essential for managing large and complex databases.
Data Architect
Data Architects design, build, and manage data systems. They work closely with business stakeholders to understand their data needs and design systems that meet those needs. This course may be useful in building a foundation for a career as a Data Architect by teaching concepts of storage management and design, which is essential for managing large and complex data systems.
Systems Architect
Systems Architects design, build, and manage complex computer systems, including hardware, software, and networks. They work closely with business stakeholders to understand their system needs and design systems that meet those needs. This course may be useful in building a foundation for a career as a Systems Architect by teaching concepts of storage management and design, which is a critical aspect of designing complex computer systems.
Network Architect
Network Architects design, build, and manage computer networks. They work closely with business stakeholders to understand their networking needs and design networks that meet those needs. This course may be useful in building a foundation for a career as a Network Architect by teaching concepts of storage management and design, which is essential for managing network storage systems.
Cloud Architect
A Cloud Architect designs, builds, and manages cloud computing solutions. Cloud Architects may work for cloud computing providers, like AWS or Microsoft, or for companies that wish to migrate their IT infrastructure to the cloud. This course may be useful in building a foundation for a career as a Cloud Architect by teaching fundamental concepts of storage management and design, which is a critical aspect of cloud computing systems.
Cloud Engineer
Cloud Engineers design, build, and manage cloud computing systems. They work closely with business stakeholders to understand their cloud computing needs and design systems that meet those needs. This course may be useful for someone wishing to pursue this career by teaching concepts of storage management and design, which is a critical aspect of cloud computing systems.
Software Developer
Software Developers design, build, and test software applications. They work closely with business stakeholders to understand their software needs and design applications that meet those needs. This course may be useful in building a foundation for a career as a Software Developer by teaching concepts of storage management and design, which is essential for managing data in software applications.
DevOps Engineer
DevOps Engineers bridge the gap between development and operations teams. They work to ensure that software applications are developed and deployed efficiently and reliably. This course may be useful for someone wishing to pursue this career by teaching concepts of storage management and design, which is essential for managing data in software applications.
Systems Administrator
Systems Administrators install, configure, and maintain computer systems, including hardware, software, and networks. This course may be useful for someone wishing to pursue this career by providing a foundation in storage management and design.
Security Analyst
Security Analysts identify, assess, and mitigate security risks to computer systems and networks. This course may be useful for someone wishing to pursue this career by providing a foundation in storage management and design.
Network Administrator
Network Administrators design, build, and manage computer networks. They work closely with business stakeholders to understand their networking needs and design networks that meet those needs. This course may be useful for someone wishing to pursue this career by providing a foundation in storage management and design.
IT Manager
IT Managers plan, organize, and direct the activities of computer-related functions in an organization. This course may be useful for someone wishing to pursue this career by providing a comprehensive overview of storage management and design.
IT Consultant
IT Consultants provide advice and guidance to organizations on how to use technology to meet their business needs. This course may be useful for someone wishing to pursue this career by providing a comprehensive overview of storage management and design.

Reading list

We've selected three 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 Getting Started with VMware vSAN.
Provides a practical guide to deploying, configuring, and managing VMware vSAN. It valuable resource for anyone looking to get started with vSAN or to learn more about its capabilities.
Provides a comprehensive guide to designing and deploying VMware vSAN. It valuable resource for anyone looking to get started with vSAN or to learn more about its capabilities.
Provides a comprehensive overview of virtualization technologies, including VMware vSAN. It valuable resource for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of the concepts and benefits of virtualization.

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