Build your foundational knowledge of VMware data center virtualization with this beginner-level course that introduces the essential concepts of modern data centers, virtualization, and the VMware product suite. Designed for learners with little or no prior VMware experience, it provides the technical background needed to understand and apply virtualization in real-world IT environments.

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VMware Data Center Virtualization Fundamentals
This course is part of Become a VMware Technical Associate: Training Path Specialization

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What you'll learn
Describe data center fundamentals including servers, storage, networking, and power in traditional and modern IT environments.
Apply virtualization concepts by explaining hypervisors, virtual machines, VM files, and VMware Tools in real-world contexts.
Explain the architecture and components of software-defined data centers and their advantages over traditional data centers.
Identify VMware product suites such as vSphere, vSAN, NSX, Horizon, and Cloud Foundation, and match them to real business use cases."
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There are 3 modules in this course
This module sets the stage for your learning journey. You’ll understand the course structure, its purpose, and who it is designed for. It also covers essential data center fundamentals—servers, storage, networking, and power—before introducing you to the concept of the Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC) and its role in modern IT.
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9 videos3 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt2 plugins
This module builds a strong foundation in virtualization technologies. You’ll explore hypervisors, virtual machines, and their components, along with the benefits and management of virtualization in today’s data centers. The module also introduces the architecture and components of SDDC, explaining how VMware technologies integrate to deliver scalable, flexible, and efficient IT infrastructures.
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19 videos3 readings4 assignments1 plugin
This module focuses on VMware’s product portfolio and their practical use cases. You’ll gain an overview of key product suites such as vSphere, NSX-T, vSAN, Horizon, vRealize Suite, and VMware Cloud Foundation. By the end, you’ll be able to recognize how these solutions interact and map them to real-world scenarios for modern enterprise IT environments.
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8 videos2 readings3 assignments1 plugin
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You will learn data center fundamentals, virtualization basics, SDDC concepts, and an introduction to VMware product suites and solutions.
No prior VMware experience is required. The course is designed for beginners who want to understand virtualization and VMware technologies.
The course is structured for around 11 hours of study, which can be completed in 3–4 weeks at 3–4 hours per week.
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