Just a quick update about this year's VMware EXPLORE 2022 which is an in-person event this year. (Online too, so Hybrid event). VMware just unveiled a Content Catalog VMware EXPLORE 2022. Let's see and have a look and check out what you can expect. It seems that there are also some Tutorial sessions in the Content Catalog VMware EXPLORE 2022 this year.
VMware EXPLORE 2022 Content catalog has 608 sessions and a powerful and cool filter through which you can seek your sessions or type of sessions. We'll have a look at the possibilities of looking for some sessions.
Schedule builder is now open. Check schedule builder and create your schedule. Stay organized to maximize the benefits.
If you're looking for a product or type of session, you won't use the same function. You'll want to do a search for a particular product (example “vCenter”) or you'll want to tick filters for example for VMware tanzu (there are tons of sessions about Tanzu).
Using Filters vs Using Search
Using Filters
Click on the filter name or the down-arrow (˅) to view the selection options for each filter. Then, check the box next to your desired filter option. Feel free to apply more than one filter.
Example for “Tanzu” on the right. I checked all the different Tanzu products, and as a result, I have 127 Sessions on my screen….
So using the checkboxes to activate the filters you need is pretty effective.
But sometimes it might be better and use search capabilities.
Using Search
To look for a specific term in the content catalog, type it into the “Search” bar then hit enter or click the search icon (magnifying glass). Search results will reflect sessions that use the search term in the session title, session code, session abstract, speaker name, or speaker company name.
We'll see that using search for “tutorial” type of session gives us 15 sessions (image below) so we have 15 sessions dedicated for step-by-step tutorials! That's cool IMHO. I love tutorials to learn new stuff.
Types of Sessions
Long time there are not only breakout sessions, general sessions or Meet the expert. There are many others and it's worth the time to have a look at how are they organized because you can use those keywords within your search.
In my example, I searched only for “Tutorial” and got 15 Sessions of tutorials!!! I don't remember we had this option in the past….
Quote from the Help section at VMware EXPLORE content catalog bellow….
Breakout Session
Attend breakout sessions to learn how to optimize your career, organization, and industry. Problems are identified and solutions are provided by customers and partners. Where needed, a VMware SME joins a customer or partner to provide beneficial technical explanation. In-person breakout sessions consist of 45 minutes of content and 15 minutes for Q&A for a total of 60 minutes. Pre-recorded breakout sessions consist of up to 60 minutes of content.CXS Theater Session
Meet expert practitioners from the field, certified instructors, engineers, and architects with hands-on knowledge at the CXS Theater. Attend sessions on multi-cloud, apps, networking, and security. Come here to ask our Customer Experience and Success (CXS) services team your toughest questions.Design With Us
Join the discussion with VMware designers and researchers during these interactive sessions focused on future product directions. Everyone is welcome to share their unique perspectives and ideas as we prepare to solve the challenges of tomorrow.General Session
Join VMware senior executives and industry leaders as they explore bold innovations at the center of the multi-cloud universe.Hands-on Labs Expert-led Lab
Join us for an engaging, instructional session and the chance to get your questions answered by a product specialist. These are 90-minute workshops presented by the solution experts who create our labs. Advanced sign-up is required to attend, which is available online through the VMware Explore Content Catalog.Hands-on Labs Self-paced Lab
Interact with the latest VMware products and solutions at your own pace. Self-paced labs have 15 to 60-minute consumable modules that you can take incrementally throughout the event. Product experts are in the room ready to answer questions, brainstorm an issue or deep-dive into the capabilities of the solution. New in the Hands-on Labs room for 2022, TestDrive Labs provide instant access to a “living infrastructure” that has all VMware products already installed, configured, and integrated with running workloads. Choose to jump right in and explore the environment or follow a step-by-step walkthrough at your own pace. Self-paced labs are delivered on a first-come, first-served basis and do not need to be scheduled in advance.Meet the Expert
Get answers to the technical questions that keep you up at night. In a small group setting, talk to some of VMware’s most acclaimed experts. Here’s your chance to grill the experts with your most hard-hitting questions. These roundtable sessions are 30 minutes in length. Come ready with your questions and leave satisfied knowing you’ve got the answers.Odyssey by Hands-on Labs
Showcase your knowledge and expertise across VMware solutions by competing against your peers. See where you rank on the leaderboard and qualify for the Odyssey Tournament where you can win a MAC Studio!Partner Session*
Attend our partner-exclusive sessions to get updates on VMware’s go-to-market strategies, practice profitability opportunities, and partner program updates. Partner sessions will be held in the Partner Lounge which is conveniently located in the Lobby of Moscone North. Only registered VMware Partners will be able to schedule these sessions.Solution Keynote
VMware leadership takes the stage to showcase solutions to the most challenging issues facing enterprise developers and IT professionals. Filled with real-life examples and product demonstrations, these keynotes help develop the digital foundation that delivers any app on any cloud to any device.TAM/VMware Success 360 Deep Dive*
Take a deep dive with this series of interactive sessions for TAM customers in TCC lounge, under NDA content. This year there will be 52 deep dive discussions, each one hour long.Tutorial
Take a deep-dive into technical aspects of VMware products. 60-minutes in length, these level T300 tutorials allow our most skilled attendees to master their skills.The Expo Theater Session
Don't miss a chance to hear directly from our partners and get a live demo of their products by attending these short 30-minute interactive and informative sessions taking place in The Expo Theater.VMTN TechTalk
Stop by the VMware Communities booth to hear from fellow community members on a wide variety of topics ranging from Multi-Cloud, SASE, vSphere Lifecycle Management, and even tips on getting your VCDX.VMware {code} Theater Session
Gain insights from IT Automation, to Kubernetes, to Multi-Cloud while you learn, code, and connect with peers in this specialized ecosystem. Whether you are an expert or just starting out, there’s something for everyone in our VMware {code} sessions.
Check out VMTN Tech Talk sessions
Part of the search engine is also the access to the VMTN Tech Talks sessions. Those are short 15′ min sessions organized by Alastair and vBrownbag crew within the
Check out VMware EXPLORE content catalogue and register for the event.
VMware EXPLORE conference pass San Francisco here. Or, head to this page to secure your entry for VMware EXPLORE Barcelona.
Session times are now available in the content catalog as well as the scheduling feature to reserve a space in each session. If you have completed your registration and payment for VMware Explore as of that time, you may start to build out your personal agenda and sign-up for sessions in order to reserve yourself a seat.
More info about VMware EXPLORE at the official site here.
- Not to miss: Tips and Tricks for VMware EXPLORE 2022
- VMware EXPLORE Early Bird Pricing and Registrations are Open NOW
Final Words
If there is not something to miss, it's VMware EXPLORE. And if you cannot attend this physical event (the first physical event after 3 years of pandemics) you can still register and attend the Online conference for FREE. But when attending the virtual event only, you'll obviously miss pretty much everything else (SWAGs, meetings in-person, evenings talks, partner's events……)
VMworld 2014 with couple of Italian friends…
Previous VMworld's that we have attended – 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010.
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