Overview
This five-day course is designed to provide a comprehensive methodology for creating a VMware end-user computing (EUC) solution. Participants will explore best practices for gathering data, making informed design decisions, and configuring essential components of a VMware EUC infrastructure. By the end of the course, participants will be able to design solutions using VMware Horizon, VMware Workspace ONE, NSX-T, and Unified Access Gateway. A hands-on project will provide real-world experience in designing an EUC solution.
Prerequisites
- Experience with virtualised desktop implementation
- Microsoft Windows system administration, including Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP
- Familiarity with VMware vSphere concepts
- Completion of one of the following recommended courses or equivalent experience:
- VMware Horizon 8: Deploy and Manage plus App Volumes Fast Track
- VMware Horizon Cloud Service: Deploy and Manage on Microsoft Azure
- VMware Workspace ONE: Deploy and Manage plus UEM Troubleshooting Fast Track [V21.x]
- Target audience
- Operators, administrators, and architects responsible for creating, maintaining, and delivering remote and virtual desktop services. Ideal for those managing or implementing an organisation’s EUC infrastructure.
Delegates will learn how to
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify and assess the business objectives of the EUC environment
- Interpret business drivers to build an EUC solution using Workspace ONE and Horizon reference architectures
- Analyse potential design choices and apply VMware best practices
- Design an EUC infrastructure architecture addressing organisational needs with emphasis on availability, manageability, performance, recoverability, and security
Outline
Module one: Course introduction
- Introductions and course logistics
- Overview of course objectives
Module two: VMware EUC design methodology
- Characteristics of a high-quality design
- Phases in the VMware EUC design process
Module three: Infrastructure assessment and service definitions
- Defining business objectives for customers
- Developing use cases for virtual desktops and applications
- Translating customer requirements into use-case attributes
Module four: Working in a team
- Managing challenging team behaviours
- Enhancing individual contributions to team efforts
Module five: Presenting solutions to executive management
- Tailoring presentations to align with company values and stakeholder backgrounds
Module six: Architecture and components
- Identifying necessary components for Horizon deployments (on-premises or cloud)
- Implementing design considerations and recommendations for Horizon
- Overview of Workspace ONE components and their functions
Module seven: Component design
- Determining requirements for Horizon resource and management blocks
- Design recommendations for Horizon Cloud components
- Developing logical and physical architecture for Workspace ONE
Module eight: Component design for App Volumes and VMware Dynamic Environment Manager
- Best practices for designing an application delivery mechanism using App Volumes
- Profile management with VMware Dynamic Environment Manager
Module nine: Environment infrastructure design
- Validating infrastructure services essential for Workspace ONE and Horizon
- Designing for host sizing, shared storage, and Azure pod scalability
- Considering NSX for enhanced security and load balancing
Module ten: Design integration and delivery
- Documenting integration tasks to optimise Workspace ONE and Horizon deployments
- Configuring and assembling EUC components to deliver end-user services
Exam and certification
This course aligns with the VMware Certified Advanced Professional - Desktop Management Design 2021 certification, equipping participants with the knowledge to pursue this professional credential.
Frequently asked questions
How can I create an account on myQA.com?
There are a number of ways to create an account. If you are a self-funder, simply select the "Create account" option on the login page.
If you have been booked onto a course by your company, you will receive a confirmation email. From this email, select "Sign into myQA" and you will be taken to the "Create account" page. Complete all of the details and select "Create account".
If you have the booking number you can also go here and select the "I have a booking number" option. Enter the booking reference and your surname. If the details match, you will be taken to the "Create account" page from where you can enter your details and confirm your account.
Find more answers to frequently asked questions in our FAQs: Bookings & Cancellations page.
How do QA’s virtual classroom courses work?
Our virtual classroom courses allow you to access award-winning classroom training, without leaving your home or office. Our learning professionals are specially trained on how to interact with remote attendees and our remote labs ensure all participants can take part in hands-on exercises wherever they are.
We use the WebEx video conferencing platform by Cisco. Before you book, check that you meet the WebEx system requirements and run a test meeting (more details in the link below) to ensure the software is compatible with your firewall settings. If it doesn’t work, try adjusting your settings or contact your IT department about permitting the website.
How do QA’s online courses work?
QA online courses, also commonly known as distance learning courses or elearning courses, take the form of interactive software designed for individual learning, but you will also have access to full support from our subject-matter experts for the duration of your course. When you book a QA online learning course you will receive immediate access to it through our e-learning platform and you can start to learn straight away, from any compatible device. Access to the online learning platform is valid for one year from the booking date.
All courses are built around case studies and presented in an engaging format, which includes storytelling elements, video, audio and humour. Every case study is supported by sample documents and a collection of Knowledge Nuggets that provide more in-depth detail on the wider processes.
When will I receive my joining instructions?
Joining instructions for QA courses are sent two weeks prior to the course start date, or immediately if the booking is confirmed within this timeframe. For course bookings made via QA but delivered by a third-party supplier, joining instructions are sent to attendees prior to the training course, but timescales vary depending on each supplier’s terms. Read more FAQs.
When will I receive my certificate?
Certificates of Achievement are issued at the end the course, either as a hard copy or via email. Read more here.