The Ultimate Guide to VMware Cloud Foundation 9: From Fundamentals to Advanced Operations and Expert Insights

This four-part webinar series offers a comprehensive exploration of VMware Cloud Foundation 9, beginning with an introduction to its foundational shifts, simplifications, and impacts on design, operations, and strategy. The series then debunks common myths surrounding VCF 9, providing field-tested guidance on upgrades, brownfield conversions, and supported migration paths from older environments. It further delves into the operational engine of VCF 9, covering planning, deployment, management, and observability from Day 0 to Day 2, including streamlined lifecycle management and enhanced telemetry. Finally, the series culminates in a dynamic expert roundtable discussion, sharing real-world insights, lessons, and perspectives on adopting, operating, and evolving VCF environments.

VMware Cloud Foundation 9: What’s Real, What’s New, and What Comes Next

Tuesday, September 9th, 12pm-1pm CT

Abstract:

VCF 9 isn’t just another release—it’s a foundational shift in how VMware private cloud is delivered, operated, and evolved. This session introduces the VCF 9 platform, exploring what’s changed since 5.x, what’s been simplified, and how these advancements impact design, day-to-day operations, and long-term strategy.

Speaker:

Christopher Kusek, Solutions Architect, Broadcom

VCF 9 Demystified: Upgrades, Myths, and Migration Paths

Tuesday, September 16th, 12pm-1pm CT

Abstract:

This myth-busting session dives deep into VCF 9’s real-world adoption story, focusing on how to move from older environments—including 5.2 or even naked vSphere—and how to navigate both management and workload domain transitions. You’ll get clear, field-tested guidance on brownfield conversions, supported migration paths, and upgrade considerations

Speaker:

Christopher Kusek, Solutions Architect, Broadcom

Unleashing the Power of VCF 9: Operations, Lifecycle, and Observability

Tuesday, September 23rd, 12pm-1pm CT

Abstract:

This session unlocks the operational engine of VMware Cloud Foundation 9. We’ll dive into how to plan, deploy, manage, and observe your VCF environment across Day 0 to Day 2. From streamlined lifecycle management with Fleet Manager to enhanced telemetry with VCF Diagnostics, VCF Operations, and more, you’ll learn how to gain full-stack visibility, stay ahead of issues, and operate with confidence.

Speaker:

Christopher Kusek, Solutions Architect, Broadcom

Inside VCF: Expert Roundtable on Adopting and Leveraging VMware Cloud Foundation

Tuesday, September 30th, 12pm-1pm CT

Abstract:

Join us for a dynamic roundtable discussion featuring VMware Cloud Foundation experts who’ve been in the trenches—deploying, upgrading, operating, and evolving VCF in real-world environments. Whether you’re just starting your VCF journey or looking to get more out of your existing investment, this session will deliver field-tested insights, unfiltered lessons, and candid perspectives.

Speaker:

Christopher Kusek, Solutions Architect, Broadcom

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