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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

Nutanix University Boost is Back! Free Cert Exam When You Train by August 30Blog

Learn and get certified for free! Keep reading to find out how. [This promotion has expired] Give yourself a boost by taking part in this exciting offer! Now through August 30, anyone who completes one of the courses below - whether it’s online or in person - will also receive a FREE certification exam voucher.You’ll unlock a host of benefits that will help propel your career forward:Skill Advancement: Our training courses are designed by industry experts to help you grow your Nutanix hybrid multicloud knowledge. No matter which stage of the hybrid multicloud journey you’re on, there’s a course for you! Industry Validation: Having a Nutanix certification will validate your skills and prove you’re well-equipped to guide your organization along their hybrid multicloud journey. Career Advancement: Position yourself for advancement and expand your opportunities for new tasks or career paths with the skills you learn from having the latest Nutanix training and a verified Nutanix certificat

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Announcing the Top NTC Bloggers for 2024!Blog

🎉 Announcing the Top NTC Bloggers for 2024! 🎉I am thrilled to announce the top bloggers from our Nutanix Technology Champions (NTC) community for 2024! These exceptional NTCs have demonstrated their passion and dedication through insightful, valuable content that has made a significant impact on the community.Our algorithm considered blog length, quality, consistency and overall impact.After a 10-month contest running from January 1 to October 1, 2024, I'm excited to recognize the top three bloggers who stood out with their knowledge sharing and community contributions:🏆 1st Place: @Exe (https://juliendumur.fr)Julien has consistently delivered in-depth, engaging posts that explore the latest innovations and trends in the Nutanix ecosystem. His thought leadership and unique perspectives have set the standard this year.🥈 2nd Place: @go.watanabe03-72705 (https://blog.ntnx.jp)Go has impressed us with his clear, concise posts that break down complex technical concepts into actionable in

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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

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Your Roadmap to Success: 5 Steps to Prep for the NCP-CI CertificationBlog

Are you pursuing the NCP-CI certification? Keep reading to find out 5 steps that will help you prepare. Nutanix certifications are a great way to prove your knowledge, position yourself for advancement, and stand out in a competitive job market. Our Nutanix Certified Professional - Cloud Integration (NCP-CI) certification measures your ability to successfully plan, deploy, configure, and manage NC2 within an Azure or AWS public cloud environment. The Nutanix Cloud Integration track includes two exams that both earn you the same NCP-CI 6 certification. You can choose the exam based on the public cloud environment (AWS or Azure) you are most familiar with. You should not take both exams since the content will be very similar. In this blog, we’ll focus on 5 steps you can take to prepare for each exam to help ensure your success.Complete the Related Training: The Nutanix Cloud Clusters on AWS Administration (NC2A-AWS) course explores how to deploy, manage, and connect a cloud cluster to

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Announcing Nutanix Community Edition 2.1: Empowering Your Lab Experience!Blog

We’re thrilled to announce the release of Nutanix Community Edition (CE) 2.1! This latest version is packed with exciting features and improvements that bring the capabilities of Nutanix’s powerful infrastructure right to your home or work lab.What's New in Nutanix CE 2.1?With CE 2.1, you gain access to the latest innovations from several AOS releases, including AOS 6.6, 6.7, 6.8, and the most recent 6.8.1 maintenance release. These updates ensure that your lab environment is equipped with the same advanced technology that powers some of the largest data centers in the world.Key highlights include:Improved Installer: Deployment is now even easier with updates to the installer, making it smoother and quicker to get started. Performance Boosts: If you're upgrading from a previous version, you’ll notice a significant performance improvement, especially when running demanding workloads like databases. With optimized architecture features such as AES, Blockstore, and SPDK, operations in you

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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

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Associate and Professional-Level 6.10 Beta Exams Out NowBlog

[The NCA 6.10 and NCP-MCI 6.10 beta exams have reached capacity and are now closed.] We’re excited to offer a limited -time opportunity to complete the beta certification exams for Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) 6.10 and Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI) 6.10 for free through November 3, 2024.What is the purpose of each exam? The NCA 6.10 beta exam validates your skills and abilities to navigate the Prism UI, extrapolate information from the UI, and know how to use the UI for basic operational tasks. Successful candidates have approximately 6-12 months of holistic IT infrastructure experience as well as 3-6 months of Nutanix virtualization experience.The NCP-MCI 6.10 beta exam measures your ability to interpret documented standards and perform key administrative tasks, such as deploying, configuring, migrating, troubleshooting, expanding, and managing within a Nutanix multicloud platform environment. Successful candidates have approximately 1-2 yea

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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

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Your Roadmap to Success: 5 Steps to Prep for the NCP-EUC Certification ExamBlog

Are you getting ready for the NCP-EUC certification exam or thinking about pursuing it? Keep reading to find out 5 steps that will help you prepare. Nutanix certifications are a great way to prove your knowledge, position yourself for advancement, and stand out in a competitive job market. Our Nutanix Certified Professional - End-User Computing (NCP-EUC) certification measures your ability to deploy, monitor, administer, troubleshoot, and maintain EUC environments using the Nutanix platform. In this blog, we’ll focus on 5 steps you can take to prepare for the exam to help ensure your success. Complete the Related Training: The Nutanix End-User Computing Administration (NEUCA) course teaches you the skills needed to design, install, configure, and manage an End-User Computing (EUC) solution on Nutanix. You can enroll in the free self-paced online course that includes video demonstrations of labs. Study the Exam Blueprint Guide: The NCP-EUC Exam Blueprint Guide walks you through the ex

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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

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Nutanix User Group Meetings Happening in October and NovemberBlog

Don't miss the action happening at a Nutanix User Group (NUG)! Nutanix User Groups began in 2016 to bring together passionate IT professionals and cloud builders to engage in meaningful conversations and build friendships in their community. NUG chapters are all over the world and each chapter is led by one of our very own valued customers.Check out Nutanix User Group meetings happening over the next two months and RSVP to join technical discussions, network with your community, and more! October Chicago NUG Wednesday, October 9, 5:00pm – 7:00pm Philadelphia NUG Thursday, October 10 3:00pm – 6:00pm Nashville NUG Wednesday, October 16 11:00am – 1:00pm Scotland NUG Tuesday, October 22 1:00pm – 5:00pm RSVPItaly NUG Tuesday, October 22 5:45pm – 8:30pm RSVPPittsburgh NUG Wednesday, October 23 10:00am – 1:00pm RSVPPortland NUG Thursday, October 24 2:00pm – 5:00pm RSVPMaryland NUG Thursday, October 24 2:00pm – 5:00pm RSVPNicaragua NUG Thursday, October 24 5:30pm - 9:30pm RSVPSeattle NUG Wedn

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Nutanix Technology Champion 2025 Applications are OpenBlog

The applications for the 2025 Nutanix Technology Champion (NTC) are open. Please note that we are accepting submissions until November 1, 2024, at midnight PST. We expect to announce the new group in December 2024. This program recognizes Nutanix hybrid multicloud experts for their ongoing and consistent external contributions to the community and industry. Our Nutanix Technology Champions are our advocates and technology ambassadors, influencing change with practical guidance and bold ideas. The NTC program presents unique opportunities for individuals to enhance their knowledge, expand their brand, and contribute to shaping the future of hybrid multicloud. Members of the program get the following benefits: Early access briefings about Nutanix products and announcements. Private beta testing and insight into product development are available. Participation in exclusive meetings with the engineering teams. Access to discussions with internal teams on the Nutanix NTC Slack channel.

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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

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Your Top Nutanix University Certification Exam Questions AnsweredBlog

Got a Nutanix University certification question? We have you covered! Continue reading to get answers to the most commonly asked questions. Are you preparing to take a certification exam or thinking about taking one? Then you might have some questions about scheduling an exam, getting the results, and more. We’re here to help! We’ve compiled a list of the top certification questions we get asked the most. Check them out below! How much does an exam cost? Are there any discounts? The cost of the NCM-MCI exam is USD $299 per attempt. The cost for NCP exams is USD $199 per attempt. The NCA exam costs USD $99 per attempt. You can find the current discounts here. How do I schedule an exam? Visit Nutanix University and choose which certification learning plan you would like to enroll in. Follow the certification learning plan of your choice and you will find instructions on how to register for an exam at the end of the certification learning plan.Watch our How to Schedule Your Certification

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Nutanix Community Podcast: Enterprise Cloud TransformationBlog

Welcome to episode 5 of Nutanix Cloud Interlock and our host, Michael Car, Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Lead, continues to speak to his guest to share their insights on cloud transformation. He emphasizes the importance of planning, setting clear goals, focusing on business benefits, and leveraging partners for a smooth transition. This episode highlights the need for agility, iterative successes, and continuous improvement in the cloud journey.Speakers: Tim Hope (CTO, Versant), Michael Car (Host and Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Lead)ResourcesBuild your clouds your way in a few clicks - Nutanix Test Drive 6th Annual Nutanix Enterprise Cloud IndexIf you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me on X (formerly known as Twitter) and if you haven't already done so, make sure you are subscribed to the show wherever you consume podcasts.Subscribe to the podcast using iTunes or Spotify

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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

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Say Hello to the New Nutanix University BrandBlog

A New Companion in Your Career Journey: Say Hello to Your New Guide At Nutanix, being customer-centric is a core value. We are committed to enhancing the quality of business through our products and solutions, and to enriching the lives of those who use our technology. To continue our commitment to you, we’ve rebranded Nutanix University to make advancing your career more intuitive and fun.Meet Nixi.Nixi is your trusted guide through the new landscapes you’ll encounter on your journey, – from the challenges to the victories of increasing your technical knowledge, and everything in between. At Nutanix University, you’ll never roam alone.Nixi was created from the necessity of bridging Nutanix technology to everyone. Inspired by the Yeti, Nixi symbolizes Nutanix University’s main goal: demystifying complex concepts and making them commonplace. Yetis, known explorers by nature, are exceptional guides in this pursuit.Where You’ll See The New BrandThis new theme will be seen throughout Nuta

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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

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Nutanix University September Video RewindBlog

Check out these Nutanix University videos you may have missed this month! To stay up to date with our latest product demos, how-to videos, and more, make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel by clicking the “Subscribe” button on the page. September Video Rewind Put your Nutanix skills to the test with our weekly Exam Prep Challenges on Youtube! Visit our Youtube Community to participate. This article was written by Karlie Beil, Sr. Customer Marketing Specialist. ©️️️️️ 2024 Nutanix, Inc. All rights reserved. Nutanix, the Nutanix logo and all Nutanix product, feature and service names mentioned herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nutanix, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective holder(s). This post may contain links to external websites that are not part of Nutanix.com. Nutanix does not control these sites and disclaims all responsibility

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alucianiChevalier

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Nutanix Community Podcast: Enterprise Cloud Index ReviewBlog

Welcome to episode 4 of Nutanix Cloud Interlock and our host, Michael Car, Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Lead, continues to speak to his guest to chat about everything hybrid Multi-cloud. In this episode, he is joined by his good friend in Nutanix, Chris Porter, Solutions Architect, to share Nutanix's role in providing secure, resilient, and cost-effective solutions for modern cloud environments, with a strong focus on customer empowerment and innovation.Key Highlights:Customer Tenancy and Innovation: Customers' dilemma between cost transparency and resource management in cloud environments. Shadow IT and Security Capabilities and benefits of using Nutanix in a cloud environmentResourcesBuild your clouds your way in a few clicks - Nutanix Test Drive 6th Annual Nutanix Enterprise Cloud IndexIf you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me on X (formerly known as Twitter) and if you haven't already done so, make sure you are subscribed to the show wherever you consume podcasts.Subscribe to

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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

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Complete the 2024 IT Skills and Salary Survey and Enter to Win a $100 Gift Card!Blog

The 2024 Skillsoft IT Salary & Skills Survey is now open! Take the survey and be a part of one of the largest studies of IT salary, skills and certifications. Plus, you can enter to win a $100 gift card!By participating in this study, you can share how Nutanix certification and training has impacted your career. The data is published in a report that shares detailed analysis to help make the findings actionable for IT professionals at every stage of their career. Read on to see the answers to some common questions about the survey. Q: How long does the survey take to complete?A: 15-30 minutes! If you can’t complete the survey in one sitting, add a bookmark to save your spot for up to two weeks. Come back to the survey using the same link. Q: Will my name be shown in the results?A: No! The survey is anonymous. Skillsoft doesn’t sell the data or share it with others. Q: Is there a reward for taking the survey?A: Yes! Skillsoft will reward 10 participants at random with a $100 gift c

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alucianiChevalier

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Community Chronicles: A Weekly Roundup from the Nutanix Community (September 17)Blog

Welcome to our weekly rendezvous with the latest and greatest in the tech universe! I'm excited to bring you a curated roundup of the top community posts from the past week. In our quest to keep you on the cutting edge, we sift through the digital expanse to unearth the most intriguing and innovative discussions. Whether it's groundbreaking discoveries, insightful analyses, or spirited debates, our midweek tech digest ensures you stay plugged into the pulse of the ever-evolving tech community. If you have a blog and write about Nutanix, let me know and I can include your post in our weekly roundup 👍So, without further ado, let's explore the must-read posts that stirred the virtual waters in the past week.Nutanix CE 2.1 : Deploy Prism Central PC.2024 via @Exe Nutanix AHV : post-install operations – Part 1 via @Exe Veeam Backup 12.2 and Nutanix Prism Central integration via @mikkisse Nutanix Partner Tech Summit 2024 here we come! via @Exe Nutanix Community Edition: UEFI Boot Issues

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Nutanix Community Podcast: Cloud Economics and Infrastructure with Equinix and NutanixBlog

In episode 3 of Nutanix Cloud Interlock, host Michael Car, Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Lead, and Maksim Malygin, Head of Portfolio & Solution Architecture, Nutanix APJ, are joined by Stanley Chan, APJ Leader for Equinix Digital Services. Their conversation revolves around:Cloud Adoption Trends: Discussing the shift to edge computing and the impact of COVID-19 on cloud strategies. Bimodal Operations: Examining the need for dedicated cloud and legacy teams, and how it affects economic efficiency. Economic Advantages of Cloud: Insights on cost awareness, predictability, and workload placement.ResourcesBuild your clouds your way in a few clicks - Nutanix Test Drive 6th Annual Nutanix Enterprise Cloud IndexIf you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me on X (formerly known as Twitter) and if you haven't already done so, make sure you are subscribed to the show wherever you consume podcasts.Subscribe to the podcast using iTunes or Spotify

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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

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Your Roadmap to Success: 5 Steps to Prep for the NCP-MCA Certification ExamBlog

Are you getting ready for the NCP-MCA certification exam or thinking about pursuing it? Keep reading to find out 5 steps that will help you prepare. Nutanix certifications are a great way to prove your knowledge, position yourself for advancement, and stand out in a competitive job market. Our Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Automation (NCP-MCA) certification measures your knowledge of automation principles, as well as the automation capabilities built into the Nutanix platform. In this blog, we’ll focus on 5 steps you can take to prepare for the exam to help ensure your success.Complete the Related Training: The Nutanix Multicloud Automation Administration (NMCAA) course teaches you the skills needed to install, configure, operate, and manage Nutanix X-Play and NCM Self-Service. Enroll in the self-paced online version for free, or buy a seat in the 2-day instructor-led course that comes with hands-on labs and a free exam voucher. Study the Exam Blueprint Guide: The NCP-M

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Nutanix Community Podcast: Economic Efficiency in Hybrid CloudBlog

Tune in to episode 2 of Nutanix Cloud Interlock. In this episode, host Michael Car, Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Lead, sits down with Maksim Malygin, Head of Portfolio & Solution Architecture, Nutanix APJ, to chat about their experiences and insights on navigating cloud adoption and optimizing economic and operational strategies. Key Highlights:Journey to cloud-based infrastructure: Maksim shares his own experiences from vendors points of view on how companies transition to cloud. Bimodal Operations: Real world examples of how separate cloud and legacy infrastructure teams impact economic and operational efficiency. balancing cost and risk in cloud migrations. Boeing 707 Analogy: Relates IT modernization to updating an aircraft without replacing the entire system. Economic Advantages of Cloud: Cost Awareness and Predictability: Discussing how customers manage and predict cloud costs.ResourcesBuild your clouds your way in a few clicks - Nutanix Test Drive 6th Annual Nutanix Enterprise Clo

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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

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Nutanix University Boost: Free Cert Exam When You Train by February 14Blog

Learn and take a certification exam for free! Keep reading to find out how. [This promotion has expired]Start the new year off right by growing your skills and earn a new certification to add to your resume at no cost! Now through February 14, anyone who completes one of the following courses - whether it’s online or in person - will also receive a FREE certification exam voucher. Eligible Courses: Check out the list of eligible courses below. To get started, follow the link to your desired course and select “Enroll.” After completing the course, you will receive a free exam voucher for the related certification listed below. Associate Level: Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF): Explore key Nutanix concepts, the features of Prism Central, and basic cluster management tasks. Related certification: Nutanix Certification Associate (NCA)Professional Level: Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA): Our most popular course! Explore the breadth and depth of Prism Central's centralized man

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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

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Never Miss an Exam Appointment with New SMS NotificationsBlog

We’re excited to announce a new exam scheduling feature designed to make the process even smoother: SMS updates for your exam appointments! Keep reading to learn more. Are you getting ready to schedule your next certification exam? You can now opt in to receive SMS notifications about your exam appointment! Why opt in?Get real-time notifications: Stay informed about your upcoming exam, including appointment confirmations, appointment reminders, appointment rescheduling, and potential issues at your scheduled test center. Convenience: With SMS notifications, you can easily stay up to date about your upcoming exam.Who can sign up? This new feature is available for anyone with a US or Canadian phone number that is scheduling a remote proctored or in-person exam at a local test center. Availability for those outside of the US and Canada is coming soon.How does it work? You have the option to add or edit an existing phone number during booking in order to opt in for SMS messaging. This op

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Agentless Dependency Mapping for More Effective Migration PlanningBlog

Understanding and mapping the relationships between business-critical hybrid multicloud infrastructure and applications is a fundamental best practice for security, monitoring and documentation. The stakes are even higher when preparing for a major migration like a move to the Nutanix Cloud Platform.Many organizations generate robust application dependency maps at one time. Over time, however, integrations pile up, org charts become outdated and documentation becomes increasingly divorced from reality. When planning for a migration, it can be difficult to pin down dependencies, understand which systems or applications can be left behind and ensure a smooth rollback in case of potential issues. Facing urgent migration timelines, IT teams must often shoulder the responsibility of finding a quality solution, fast.This blog explores how Faddom, a Nutanix Technology Alliance Partner, meets these challenges head-on. Faddom’s automated dependency mapping solution helps plan for a new environm

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alucianiChevalier

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Nutanix Community Podcast: Navigating Cloud Challenges Insights from Toll Group’s Anna GreeneBlog

In the debut episode of Nutanix’s Cloud Interlock series, Michael Car, Nutanix Head of Hybrid Multicloud at Nutanix, discusses cloud adoption trends, cloud economics, hybrid cloud use cases, and concerns around ROI.Michael interviews Anna Green, Chief Enterprise Services Officer at Toll Group, in a detailed discussion. She shares her valuable, real-world insights about the evolution of cloud strategies from cost-saving to value-driven transformations. Michael Car and Anna Green explore challenges they see for platform incompatibility & regulatory risks as well as highlight the potential role of AI in operational efficiency. The episode concludes with a preview of future topics, including bimodal operations and deeper dives into hybrid cloud scenarios.ResourcesBuild your clouds your way in a few clicks - Nutanix Test Drive 6th Annual Nutanix Enterprise Cloud IndexIf you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me on X (formerly known as Twitter) and if you haven't already done

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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

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Nutanix University August Video RewindBlog

Check out these Nutanix University videos you may have missed last month! To stay up to date with our latest product demos, how-to videos, and more, make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel by clicking the “Subscribe” button on the page. August Video Rewind Put your Nutanix skills to the test with our weekly Exam Prep Challenges on Youtube! Visit our Youtube Community to participate. This article was written by Karlie Beil, Sr. Customer Marketing Specialist. ©️️️️️ 2024 Nutanix, Inc. All rights reserved. Nutanix, the Nutanix logo and all Nutanix product, feature and service names mentioned herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nutanix, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective holder(s). This post may contain links to external websites that are not part of Nutanix.com. Nutanix does not control these sites and disclaims all responsibility for t

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alucianiChevalier

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Community Chronicles: A Weekly Roundup from the Nutanix Community (August 13)Blog

Welcome to our weekly rendezvous with the latest and greatest in the tech universe! I'm excited to bring you a curated roundup of the top community posts from the past week. In our quest to keep you on the cutting edge, we sift through the digital expanse to unearth the most intriguing and innovative discussions. Whether it's groundbreaking discoveries, insightful analyses, or spirited debates, our midweek tech digest ensures you stay plugged into the pulse of the ever-evolving tech community. If you have a blog and write about Nutanix, let me know and I can include your post in our weekly roundupSo, without further ado, let's explore the must-read posts that stirred the virtual waters in the past week.GPT within your Private Cloud. Nutanix GPT in a BOX 2.0 arrive! via @VSondermann Deploying EVE-NG with Nutanix AHV via @Andrearibeiro Install Nutanix Community Edition on Proxmox via @JeroenTielen Nutanix AHV: Manage batch subnets via CLI via @Exe Sunday Keeping the momentum with Ter

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Karlie BeilCommunity Manager

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Behind the Scenes: An Expert’s take on the Cloud Integration Training and CertificationBlog

Get an expert’s take into the new Cloud Integration training and certification with Jeff Hall, Manager, Technical Certification Development. Jeff answers questions on the Nutanix Cloud Professional - Cloud Integration certification that measures your ability to successfully plan, deploy, configure, and manage NC2 within an Azure or AWS public cloud environment, as well as the Nutanix Cloud Clusters on AWS Administration and Nutanix Cloud Clusters on Azure Administration courses. Q: There are two relatively new courses and certifications available around Nutanix Cloud Clusters (NC2) Azure and AWS. Can you describe these? A: We have one common certification Nutanix Certified Professional - Cloud Integration that can be achieved by taking one of two certification exams that is backed up with training. That would be the Nutanix Certified Professional - Cloud Integration AWS exam or Cloud Integration Azure exam. Each of those have their own specific course that has been built to help you

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