vsphere-kit

Structured Virtualization Training

Our learning program builds your skills step by step, from foundational concepts to advanced deployment scenarios. Each module focuses on practical implementation and real-world applications.

We designed these tracks for professionals who need working knowledge of VMware and Proxmox environments, not just theory.

Hands-on virtualization training environment with server infrastructure

Choose Your Track

Three distinct learning paths tailored to different goals and experience levels. Switch between tracks as your needs evolve or complete multiple paths for comprehensive expertise.

Virtualization Basics

Understanding hypervisors, resource allocation, and virtual machine architecture. You'll set up your first VMs and learn how hardware gets abstracted.

4 weeks

Container Fundamentals

Docker basics, container lifecycle management, and the difference between VMs and containers. Build and deploy your first containerized application.

3 weeks

Network Configuration

Virtual switches, VLANs, and basic network isolation. Connect your virtual infrastructure and understand how traffic flows between components.

3 weeks

Storage Essentials

Virtual disk formats, storage allocation strategies, and backup approaches. Manage storage resources efficiently across your environment.

3 weeks

Proxmox Basics

Proxmox installation, web interface navigation, and basic VM management. Start working with an open-source virtualization platform.

4 weeks

Foundation Project

Build a complete test environment combining VMs and containers. Apply everything you've learned in a practical deployment scenario.

2 weeks

Track duration: 19 weeks total. This foundation gives you working knowledge of virtualization concepts and basic hands-on skills with both VMware and Proxmox platforms.

VMware vSphere

ESXi deployment, vCenter configuration, and resource pool management. Learn professional-grade virtualization used in enterprise environments.

5 weeks

Advanced Containers

Docker Compose orchestration, multi-container applications, and volume management. Deploy complex containerized services with proper networking.

4 weeks

Proxmox Clustering

Multi-node Proxmox setups, high availability configuration, and migration strategies. Scale beyond single-server deployments.

5 weeks

Security Implementation

Network isolation, access controls, and secure configuration practices. Protect your virtual infrastructure from common vulnerabilities.

4 weeks

Backup and Recovery

Automated backup solutions, disaster recovery planning, and restoration procedures. Ensure business continuity for virtualized workloads.

4 weeks

Performance Tuning

Resource monitoring, bottleneck identification, and optimization techniques. Maximize efficiency of your virtual infrastructure.

4 weeks

Track duration: 26 weeks total. Professional track equips you for production environments and prepares you for VMware certification paths.

Enterprise Architecture

Multi-datacenter design, distributed resource scheduling, and capacity planning. Architect large-scale virtualization deployments.

6 weeks

Kubernetes Integration

Container orchestration at scale, pod networking, and service discovery. Deploy production-grade containerized applications.

6 weeks

Automation and APIs

PowerCLI scripting, REST API integration, and infrastructure as code. Automate deployment and management tasks.

5 weeks

Hybrid Cloud Integration

Connecting on-premises infrastructure with cloud providers. Implement hybrid strategies using VMware Cloud and public cloud services.

5 weeks

Disaster Recovery

Site Recovery Manager implementation, replication strategies, and failover testing. Build resilient multi-site architectures.

5 weeks

Enterprise Capstone

Design and deploy a complete enterprise virtualization solution. Demonstrate mastery across all components and best practices.

5 weeks

Track duration: 32 weeks total. Enterprise track prepares you for senior infrastructure roles and advanced VMware certifications including VCAP and VCDX paths.