Welcome to the VMware vExpert Program! We’re excited to have you as part of this community and recognize your contributions to the world of virtualization. As a vExpert, we encourage you to continue sharing your knowledge and expertise with others, and we offer various paths to help you grow in your journey.
To apply for the vExpert program, you’ll need to demonstrate engagement and involvement in the community across several areas. These include:
1. Blogging or creating content related to virtualization on platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, or your own website.
2. Participating in online forums and discussions related to virtualization, such as Reddit’s r/vMware community.
3. Sharing your expertise and knowledge through public speaking engagements at events like VMworld, vForum, or other local user groups.
4. Acting as a reference or customer success story for VMware, either through case studies or testimonials.
5. Contributing to open-source projects related to virtualization, such as the Open Virtualization Framework (OVF) or the Cloud Management Platform (CMP).
6. Participating in VMware’s Customer Path program, which recognizes leaders from customer organizations who have demonstrated passion and commitment to virtualization.
7. Being a VPN (VMware Partner Network) employee reference, showcasing your technical knowledge and expertise to many.
8. Holding the prestigious VCDX title, which demonstrates your advanced skills and knowledge in virtualization.
9. Leading or participating in local VMUG events, sharing your expertise and helping others learn about virtualization.
10. Documenting and sharing your challenges, lessons learned, or explorations in working with the whole Virtual stack, sub-stack, and even virtual pancake stack!
To apply for the vExpert program, you’ll need to provide evidence of your engagement and involvement in these areas. You can submit your application through the Official VMware vExpert Directory. If you have any questions or need help with your application, reach out to a vExpert Pro in your region. They’ll be happy to assist you with your application or introduce you to another vExpert Pro who can help.
Additionally, if English is not your first language, check out the Official VMware vExpert Directory to find someone who’s already blogging, creating videos, and otherwise in your native language! Also, stay tuned for my vExpert for Mainland post coming soon!
Finally, don’t forget to register for VMworld 2020 yet! It’s a MUST attend event from October 29th to September 1st, and it’s free! Your Free Pass to VMworld 2020: The Details.
Best regards,
Christopher Kusek @cxi