Tag Archives: certification

VCDX: Second time’s the charm

Posted on September 3, 2013 by

It has been almost 3 years since I first set my eyes on the VCDX certification. I moved from being a VMware customer to a Partner 2 years earlier, and had my ‘Design Mojo’. I was ready to step up … Continue reading →

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VCDX Preparation: Q & A

Posted on August 14, 2013 by

Since I am currently undertaking the VCDX Certification process, many people ask me questions regarding preparing for the Defense. Yes, I capitalize ‘Defense’ because it’s a big deal to me right now. I have the benefit (?) of having gone … Continue reading →

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VCAP5-DCA Testing Strategy and Tips

Posted on September 19, 2012 by

This year at VMworld in San Francisco, the #vBrownBag crew was able to host a series of Lightning Tech Talks, a series of 10 minute presentations in the HangSpace Community Stage. I was lucky enough to do two of the … Continue reading →

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Building a portable vSphere lab

Posted on October 13, 2011 by

When you are in the business of delivering virtualization solutions to customers, it helps if you know what you are talking about. While that is pretty obvious in and of itself, there is a great deal of work required to … Continue reading →

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My VCAP-DCA experience

Posted on October 13, 2011 by

There is an old joke that starts out “What do you call the guy that finishes last in his class at Medical School?”  The answer is “Doctor”. As bad as that joke is, it is kind of how I feel … Continue reading →

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My VCAP-DCD experience

Posted on September 19, 2011 by

After much procrastination, I decided to pursue my VCDX4 certification.  As most of you know, this means completing the VCAP-DCD and VCAP-DCA exams first.  I have been working with VMware for over 7 years and have my VCP on v3 … Continue reading →

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