VMware News: February 2020

Highlights

New VMware Partner Connect Program Launches on Feb. 29

On February 29, VMware is launching Partner Connect, our innovative new program that provides our partners with more flexibility to meet the needs of our customers. If you are a customer and are looking for a VMWare partner, we encourage you to select Principal Partners to work with from our vast network of certified professionals across data center virtualization, network virtualization and mobility solutions.

If you are a VMware partner, we encourage you to attend the Partner Connect Virtual Event on March 2 to learn more about Partner Connect. Be sure to review the Partner Connect Program Guide, access Partner Central, and complete the requirements for transition to make sure you are ready to transact on Day 1.

What Happens During a VMware Cloud on AWS SDDC Update?

Get an overview of the VMware Cloud on AWS SDDC upgrade process so you know what to expect.

New Courses Available on KubeAcademy

KubeAcademy recently launched two new courses: Getting Started and Cluster Operations. The Getting Started course is designed to orient students with the Cloud Native ecosystem. You’ll learn why Cloud Native and Kubernetes is becoming an important must-know technology. During the Cluster Operations course, you’ll learn how to bootstrap Kubernetes clusters using various community tools. Topics include authentication, role-based access control, and backing up and restoring Kubernetes objects and clusters.

Professional Development

Certification Upgrade Policy Update

Along with the recent change in the recertification policy, VMware has introduced easier ways to upgrade your VCP and VCAP certifications. Learn how to upgrade now.

Product Updates

Cloud Native Storage for vSphere Inside VMware Cloud on AWS

Learn about the Kubernetes Container Storage Interface (CSI) for vSphere in VMware Cloud on AWS.

Onboarding and Managing VMware Cloud on AWS: Part 1- Preparing to deploy an SDDC

Follow these steps to make sure that the SDDC you build is the one you want.

Demo

Get VMware Cloud on AWS Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Report Today

See how much you can save by moving to VMware Cloud on AWS. VMware has launched their VMC Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) app that allows you to see your savings of moving your VMware VMs to the cloud. Check it out!

Jeffrey Kusters and Viktor van den Berg dive into the details of VMware HCX

Watch this video to learn about the details of VMware HCX.

Events

SpringOne Tour

The SpringOne Tour brings the best Cloud-Native Java content from our flagship conference directly to you. In 2 days, you’ll learn about both traditional monolithic and modern, Cloud-Native Java from the source. Experience valuable facetime with expert VMware speakers in both traditional presentation and hands on workshops about Spring, modern Application Development, DevOps, CI/CD, Cloud and more. Click here!

How to use VMware Odyssey for your next Event

As VMware Odyssey grows, we are continually learning better ways to run the program. Learn of our latest tips, tricks, and best practices to have a VMware Odyssey ‘Hackathon’ at your next team meeting or partner event.

Accelerate Digital Business with VMware Across Any Cloud

Join VMware executives for a global online event showcasing the latest enhancements to the industry’s most complete portfolio for app modernization. Click here and be one of the first to hear about new product features! Navigate to your nearest event here

Speaking at VMworld 2020 US

Interested in speaking at VMworld US? Call for Proposals will be open March 10, 2020 – April 10, 2020, and will be posted on www.vmworld.com Tune into the communities channel at 12 PM PT, March 11, 2020 for “Destination VMworld – Call for Proposals” to hear about this years’ tracks and what’s new for the Call for Proposals. Click here for more info!

VMware News

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Certification Testing Changes in February for China and Singapore

In response to the Coronavirus outbreak, Pearson VUE has temporarily closed its China-based testing centers in order to ensure the health and safety of candidates and employees. Precautionary measures are being taken in Singapore, as well.

What is VMware Cloud Marketplace?

VMware Cloud Marketplace enables customers to discover and deploy validated, third-party solutions on VMware-based platforms, across public, private and hybrid cloud environments. The marketplace catalog also includes hundreds of popular open-source solutions (such as WordPress, Node.js and more), packaged and published by Bitnami. See how you can use this engineered, managed and curated marketplace to maximize your VMware Cloud investment.