Top Session Picks for VMworld 2019 – Make Your Mark!
VMworld 2019 is just around the corner, and as I embark on my 20+ hour journey from Perth to San Francisco, I wanted to share my top session picks for this year’s event. With the theme of “Make Your Mark,” VMware is empowering its customers to do great things with its technology. As a recap, here are some key numbers related to the sessions:
1348 sessions in total
566 breakout sessions
272 hands-on labs
35 keynotes and general sessions
Out of all these sessions, I have chosen the following as my top picks. Keep in mind that these sessions are not just about the technology but also about the people and processes behind it.
1. “What’s New in vSphere 7”: In this session, you will learn about the latest features and enhancements in vSphere 7, including improved performance, security, and manageability. Understanding what’s new in the latest version of vSphere is crucial for any VMware administrator or architect.
2. “Building Next-Generation Data Centers with NSX”: This session will dive deep into NSX and how it can help you build next-generation data centers that are more agile, flexible, and secure. If you’re interested in learning about NSX and how it can benefit your organization, this is a must-attend session.
3. “Designing and Deploying vSAN: Best Practices and Lessons Learned”: In this session, you will gain valuable insights into designing and deploying vSAN in your environment. You’ll learn about the best practices and lessons learned from experienced professionals who have already implemented vSAN in their organizations.
4. “VMware Cloud Foundation: A Journey to the Cloud”: This session will provide an overview of VMware Cloud Foundation, which is a cloud infrastructure platform that enables you to build, manage, and deploy cloud-native applications. If you’re considering moving to the cloud or want to learn more about VMware’s cloud offerings, this is a must-attend session.
5. “Software-Defined Networking (SDN) with NSX”: SDN is a critical technology for any organization looking to modernize its network infrastructure. In this session, you will learn about how NSX can help you implement SDN in your environment and the benefits it provides over traditional networking approaches.
6. “vRealize Automation (vRA) Use Cases and Best Practices”: If you’re interested in learning more about vRealize Automation and how to use it effectively in your organization, this session is for you. You’ll gain valuable insights into real-world use cases and best practices from experienced professionals.
7. “VMware on AWS: A Deep Dive”: As more organizations look to leverage the power of the cloud, understanding how VMware technologies can be used in an Amazon Web Services (AWS) environment is critical. In this session, you’ll learn about the latest developments in VMware on AWS and how it can benefit your organization.
8. “The Future of vCloud Director: Roadmap and Strategy”: If you’re interested in learning more about the future of vCloud Director and VMware’s strategy for cloud infrastructure, this session is a must-attend. You’ll gain valuable insights into what’s coming down the pipeline and how to plan for the future.
9. “Security in the Cloud: Protecting Your Workloads with NSX”: As more organizations move their workloads to the cloud, security becomes even more critical. In this session, you will learn about how NSX can help you protect your workloads in the cloud and ensure they remain secure.
10. “Building a Successful Service Provider Business with VMware”: If you’re interested in learning more about building a successful service provider business using VMware technologies, this session is for you. You’ll gain valuable insights into how to leverage VMware’s portfolio of products and services to build a thriving service provider business.
In conclusion, these are my top picks for VMworld 2019 sessions that I believe offer valuable insights into the latest technologies and trends in the virtualization and cloud computing space. Don’t forget to check out the Veeam sessions as well, as they relate to my ongoing interest in service providers and vCloud Director, NSX, and vSAN as core VMware technologies.