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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Nutanix Certification Recertification: Expand & Advance Your SkillsBlog

The pace of technology changes rapidly these days, and new technologies are rolled out all the time. All that makes it difficult to show current or potential employers that you have the knowledge and skills to be successful, and help the organization meet its goals. Certification has always been a great way to showcase your skills, but a certification that is several years old doesn't reflect your current abilities.To help you show how you are continually growing and advancing your skills, Nutanix University is announcing a new "recertification" policy. Effective January 18, 2023 all Nutanix technical certifications - NCA, all NCPs, and NCM - will expire 2 years from the date you passed the exam — unless you recertify. Depending on your highest level of certification, you have multiple options:   Your Highest Level of Certification Your Options to Recertify NCA v5 NCA v6 Any NCP v6 Any NCP v5 Any NCP v6 NCM v6 NCM v5 NCM v6  If y

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Nutanix University November 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. November 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.  ©️️️️️ 2023 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 responsibi

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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New v6.5: Nutanix End User Computing Administration Course + NCP-EUC CertBlog

Looking to level up your EUC skills? Continue reading to learn about the updated course and how you can take the certification exam for free!  We’re happy to announce we’ve updated the Nutanix End User Computing Administration (NEUCA) course to v6.5. This free, self-paced online course teaches you the skills needed to design, install, configure, and manage an End-User Computing (EUC) solution on Nutanix.In this 10-hour course, you will explore several EUC-focused subjects including:Considerations when planning an EUC implementation, how to choose between Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS), and the options available when designing your EUC solution.  Nutanix technologies that support an EUC deployment, including Flow Network Security, which provides increased security for desktops, and Files Storage, an integrated file server solution. Configuring and operating EUC environments, including using third-party solutions, working with profile stores, and cre

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Training Spotlight: Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA)Blog

Trying to find the right training course for you can seem like a daunting task. But it doesn’t have to be! In this blog series, we will spotlight a variety of our courses that will help you choose the right course for your career goals.   At Nutanix University, we offer a variety of training courses designed around flexibility and freedom. No matter which stage of the hybrid multicloud journey you’re on, whether it be learning basic fundamentals or performing at an advanced level, we have the perfect course fit for your needs. Today, we will take a deep dive into our professional-level course: Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA).What’s covered in NDMA? This course teaches you the skills needed to install, configure, and operate Nutanix Database Service (NDB, formerly known as Nutanix Era) for the purpose of managing databases.In this course, you will explore a number of subjects including:The what, the how, the why, and the benefits of database-as-a-service (DBaaS) Impo

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog

The Certification Chronicles: Jason Taylor, Senior Systems EngineerBlog

We recently caught up with Jason Taylor, Senior Systems Engineer, to hear about his training and certification experience with Nutanix University. Check out his full interview below and watch the video to learn how getting certified has helped his career and the advice he has for you if you’re considering getting certified.   Tell us about your training and certification experience through Nutanix University I started off with my Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI) certification. I was able to do training on demand and obtain the certification shortly after. The practice questions and training materials were essential to obtaining that certification.My next certification that I completed was the Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Automation (NCP-MCA). Nutanix University was able to get me that certification without any issues. I was able to go through the content and sift through it, take the practice questions, and it was very much like the ex

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Karlie Beil
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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Snap Your Success: Win a $100 Nutanix Store Gift CardBlog

 Share a photo of your Certification swag with us on Twitter by December 31 and you could win a $100 Nutanix Store gift card!  Here’s how you can participate: 1. Snap a photo with any certification item from the Nutanix store (new or old!)2. Share it on Twitter using hashtag #PicPerfectCert by December 313. Mention us @NutanixEDUWe will select three random winners to receive a $100 Nutanix Store gift card. Want to purchase new certification swag to show off? Use discount code NTNXEDU25 on any item in the Nutanix Certification store and save 25%!In the store you’ll find an array of options to show off your certification. From hats, to mugs, you’ll find a wide selection of merchandise to choose from.        Remember, the Nutanix Certification store is an exclusive shop for Nutanix certification holders. In order to access the store, you will need to have passed a certification exam. After you passed the exam you will have received a password to enter the store. Let the photo-sharing begi

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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The Certification Chronicles: Andrew Nash, Principal Systems EngineerBlog

We recently caught up with Andrew Nash, Principal Systems Engineer, to hear about his training and certification experience with Nutanix University. Check out his full interview below and watch the video to learn how getting certified has helped his career and the advice he has for you if you’re considering getting certified.   Can you tell us about your Nutanix certifications? I’ve taken a few Nutanix certifications over the years. I started with the Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) and the Nutanix Certified Professional – Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI) certifications. Then I went on to take NCP’s in End User Computing, Database Automation and Unified Storage. I really like the beta program. It's a chance to take a beta exam and see if you can maybe ace that subject and help design the exam. Tell us about your training and certification experience through Nutanix UniversityIt's a really great platform. The training courses are tailored to the subjects, so you know you're going t

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog

Scheduled Maintenance Affecting Exam Scheduling November 1Blog

 Important notice: On Wednesday, November 1 the exam scheduling functionality on Nutanix University will be undergoing maintenance. During this maintenance period, exam scheduling, rescheduling, or canceling an exam will be temporarily unavailable. These services will resume the following day on Thursday, November 2. If you have an exam scheduled on November 1 you can still take the exam as usual.  Should you need to reschedule or cancel your exam on November 1, please contact Nutanix University support at university@nutanix.com.  This article was written by Karlie Beil, Customer Marketing Specialist.  ©️️️️️ 2023 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 contai

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog

Nutanix University October 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. October 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, Customer Marketing Specialist.  ©️️️️️ 2023 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

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Nutanix University Updates: Same Name, New ExperienceBlog

We’re excited to announce updates to the Nutanix University education portal! Same name, but better experience, all of the exciting new enhancements are designed with your needs in mind. Continue reading to find out more.  At Nutanix University we understand the IT landscape is always evolving and staying up to date on the latest technology is crucial. We work hard behind the scenes to give you the best training and certification experience, and that’s why we’ve added new features and enhancements to make that experience even better. Let’s dive into the exciting new features and enhancements that await you on Nutanix University.  Simplified, Intuitive Interface: We’ve designed the Nutanix University interface to be more intuitive and user-friendly. Navigation is easy, allowing you to quickly discover and access the latest Nutanix training and certifications. We’ve added detailed information about available courses and learning plans to help you select the right training for your goals.

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Training Spotlight: Nutanix Unified Storage Administration (NUSA)Blog

Trying to find the right training course for you can seem like a daunting task. But it doesn’t have to be! In this blog series, we will spotlight each of our courses to help you choose the right one for your career goals.  At Nutanix University, we offer a variety of training courses all designed around flexibility and freedom. No matter which stage of the hybrid multicloud journey you’re on, whether it be learning basic fundamentals or performing at an advanced level, we have the perfect course fit for your needs.  Today, we will take a deep dive into our professional-level course: Nutanix Unified Storage Administration (NUSA).  What’s covered in NUSA? This course teaches you the administrative skills needed to install, configure, manage, and upgrade three different Nutanix unified storage products:Nutanix Volumes: Learn how Nutanix Volumes provides block storage for your VMs or physical hosts using the iSCSI protocol, with the same simplicity as virtualized workloads, consolidating i

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Validate Your Nutanix Cloud Manager Self-Service Skills + Access Special OfferBlog

Prove your Nutanix X-Play and Nutanix Cloud Manager (NCM) Self-Service (formerly Nutanix Calm) skills with the Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Automation v6.5 certification. Plus find out how you can take the exam for free if you act soon!Are you ready to level up your Nutanix X-Play and NCM Self-Service skills? Now's the time to take the next step with the new NCP-MCA 6.5 certification! NCP-MCA 6.5 certification measures your knowledge of automation principles, as well as the automation capabilities built into the Nutanix platform. To be successful you should be familiar with the principles of automation and have 3-6 months of experience leveraging Nutanix to automate infrastructure deployment and applications across a hybrid multicloud environment. The NCP-MCA 6.5 exam is now open for scheduling, with exam appointments available starting November 14. The exam can be scheduled via remote proctoring or in-person at a testing center. For a limited-time you can take the certi

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Karlie Beil
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 Cluster Protect for NC2 on AWS using Multicloud Snapshot Technology | Part 1: OverviewNew in AOS 6.7! Protect against failures and recover from disaster by backing up your Prism Central and Nutanix Cloud Clusters to AWS S3 using native snapshots.   Cluster Protect for NC2 on AWS using Multicloud Snapshot Technology | Part 2: DemoThis demo will walk through step by step of protecting an NC2 AWS cluster with native AOS snapshots in S3 using the brand new Nutanix Multicloud Snapshot Technology. You'll see how easy it is to back up and restore your data from S3.   Secure NC2 on AWS with Custom Security Groups |  Part 1: Overview New in AOS 6.7! Use custom Security Groups in AWS to secure your NC2 clusters, even through hibernat

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog

Announcing our Top Training Partners for 2023Blog

 Nutanix University is proud to recognize the following Authorized Training Partners (ATPs) for outstanding quality and performance during 2023. These partners are being recognized for their leadership and performance in delivering quality Nutanix training to customers and partners around the globe.  Top PerformingAsia Pacific - RedEducation Europe, Middle East & Africa - Global Knowledge Americas - AdistecHighest QualityAsia Pacific - RedEducation Europe, Middle East & Africa - Exclusive Networks Americas - Layer8 This article was written by Jill Liles, Marketing Director.  ©️️️️ 2023 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 w

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Karlie Beil
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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Training Spotlight: Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA)Blog

Trying to find the right training course for you can seem like a daunting task. But it doesn’t have to be! In this blog series, we will spotlight a variety of our courses that will help you choose the right course for your career goals.   At Nutanix University, we offer a variety of training courses designed around flexibility and freedom. No matter which stage of the hybrid multicloud journey you’re on, whether it be learning basic fundamentals or performing at an advanced level, we have the perfect course fit for your needs.  Today, we will take a deep dive into our popular professional-level course: Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA).  What’s covered in ECA? If you already have experience with administering a Nutanix environment, this course will broaden your knowledge as you grow in your career as a Nutanix administrator.Designed with Prism Central as the focal point, this course illustrates the breadth and depth of Nutanix’s centralized management capabilities, and allows you t

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Karlie Beil
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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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[Giveaway Alert] Time for Another Monday Masterclass NCM Question!Blog

Think you have master-level Nutanix skills? Put them to the test with our Monday Masterclass Series.  Each month we’ll post a practice question from our new Nutanix Certified Master - Multicloud Professional (NCM-MCI) v6.5 exam. The question will be posted on the second Monday of each month and you’ll have 2 weeks to reply with your answer. We’ll post the correct answer to the blog after the entries have been submitted.  Answer correctly and you’ll get an exclusive Monday Masterclass badge!Certification Apprentice: Reply with 1 correct answer  Certification Leader: Reply with 5 correct answersYour correct answers accumulate with each submission, so if you’ve already achieved the Certification Apprentice level, your next goal is Certification leader!  We’ll also give one random winner a Nutanix remote control race car!  Ready to get started? Check out the question below.  Exam Question: To answer this question, you can use your own Cluster or one of the Test Drive Clusters. Scenario:The

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Your Roadmap to Success: 5 Steps to Prep for the NCA Certification ExamBlog

Are you getting ready to take the NCA certification exam or thinking about pursuing the NCA certification? Continue reading to find out 5 ways to prepare for the exam. Nutanix certifications are a great way to prove your knowledge, position yourself for advancement, and stand out in a competitive job market. Our popular Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) certification is perfect for anyone new to Nutanix and validates your ability to navigate the Prism UI, extrapolate information from the UI, and know how to use the UI for basic operational tasks. In this blog we’ll focus on the 5 steps you can take to prepare for the exam to help ensure your success.Enroll in Training: The Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals course explores key Nutanix concepts, the features of Prism Central, and basic cluster management tasks and is perfect for anyone pursuing the NCA certification. Taking this course is a great way to learn the fundamentals you need to be successful on the exam. Study the Exam Blueprin

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Karlie Beil
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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Nutanix University August 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. August Video Rewind  Establishing a Cloud Operating Model with Nutanix Cloud ManagerIn this demo, we'll take on the role of a cloud admin who is responsible for building and managing the Nutanix cloud with Nutanix Cloud Manager. We'll see how the features in NCM enable our cloud operating model from start to finish, allowing us to build, operate, use, and govern our cloud, which could span across on-premises and the public cloud with Nutanix NC2.    Journey to the Hybrid Cloud with Nutanix and Intel | Nutanix Community PodcastIn this episode of the Community Podcast, Dwayne Lessner, Nutanix Technical Marketing Engineer, speaks with Christine McMonigal from Intel and Jason Burns from Nutanix about a recent blog post titled: Journey to the Hybrid C

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Karlie Beil
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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Training Spotlight: Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF)Blog

Scrolling through training courses and trying to find the perfect one for you can seem like a daunting task. But it doesn’t have to be! In this new blog series, we will spotlight a variety of our courses that will help you choose the right course for your career goals.   At Nutanix University, we offer a variety of training courses designed around flexibility and freedom. No matter which stage of the hybrid multicloud journey you’re on, whether it be learning basic fundamentals or performing at an advanced level, we have the perfect course fit for your needs. Today, we will take a deep dive into an associate-level course: Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF).  What’s covered in NHCF? The NHCF course serves as an introduction to the products, capabilities, and technologies that serve as the foundation of Nutanix’s hybrid multicloud solution. In this course, you will:Explore the history of this technology space, including different types of clouds, and how on-prem and public infrastr

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Karlie Beil
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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Comparing NHCF, ECA, & AAPM Training Courses: Finding the Right Fit for YouBlog

Learn more about 3 of our popular training courses and which one is right for you!  With the ever-changing pace of technology, it is important that you stay up to date on the latest and greatest. And the best way to do that? Training and skills development! Nutanix University learning plans offer a variety of courses that help you grow your skills and achieve your goals no matter where you are on your hybrid multicloud journey. In this blog, we’ll dive into a comparison of our 3 most popular training courses: Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF), Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA), and Advanced Administration & Performance Management (AAPM) so you can select the course that’s right for you.  Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals: NHCF introduces you to the products, capabilities, and technologies that serve as the foundation of Nutanix’s Hybrid Cloud solution. In this course, you will explore the history of this technology space, delve deeper into essential Nutanix products incl

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog

Study like a Pro with Practice Exams on Nutanix UniversityBlog

Sharpen your study skills with certification practice exams available on Nutanix University. Continue reading to find out how… Are you preparing for your next certification exam and need help studying? Check out our practice exams available on Nutanix University.Each practice exam is based on the same objectives and level of difficulty you’ll find on the exam. This will help you become familiar with the type of questions on the live exam and help reduce test-day anxiety. Taking a practice exam will also help you identify your strengths and weaknesses so you can determine which areas you need to focus your studies on. Plus, you can take the practice exam as many times as you’d like. If you answer a question incorrectly, we’ll provide you with a rationale for the correct answer for better understanding. Practice exams are available on Nutanix University for our Nutanix Certified Associate and all Nutanix Certified Professional certifications.  How to access practice exams:Select your des

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Karlie Beil
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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog

Nutanix Cloud Manager Self-Service v6.5 Training Now Available + Free Beta ExamBlog

Looking to level up your Nutanix X-Play and Nutanix Cloud Manager (NCM) Self-Service (formerly Nutanix Calm) skills? Continue reading to learn about the updated training course and how you can take the certification beta exam free!  We’re happy to announce we’ve updated the Nutanix Multicloud Automation Administration (NMCAA) training course to v6.5. This course teaches you the skills needed to install, configure, operate, and manage Nutanix X-Play and NCM Self-Service.In this course, you’ll explore a number of subjects including:How to perform codeless task automation using X-Play and its actions gallery, plays, and playbooks What NCM Self Service is, how to install and configure it, and how to use the Marketplace to launch blueprints and runbooks How to create single- and multi-VM blueprints, and how to publish them to the Marketplace for consumption How to manage an application How to identify issues with NCM Self Service and X-PlayThis course is available in two delivery methods: I

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
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Nutanix University July 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. July Video Rewind Nutanix Files on NC2 Azure Step by Step Deployment | Tech BytesThe last Nutanix Files video covered the theory, now find out how to deploy Nutanix Files in Nutanix Cloud Clusters (NC2) on Azure. You'll see every detail and screen you need to get up and running from scratch in this step-by-step deployment walkthrough. Geo-Distributed Data Access Made Easy with Objects Federation | Tech BytesThe latest Nutanix Objects feature, Federation, allows you to create a global namespace across multiple Nutanix object stores, regardless of where in the world they are. In doing this federation delivers a single consolidated view of the data, dramatically simplifying access to data spread across multiple locations. Replication can be added to

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Karlie Beil
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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog

Grow Your Skills and Earn Points Towards Nutanix MerchBlog

Calling all Nutanix customers! Join us on Nutanix Connection (formerly Xtribe) and participate in exclusive Nutanix University challenges. Read on to learn more about some special activities that await you on Xtribe.   Join your fellow Nutanix customers on Nutanix Connection where you can share your unique story, learn more about other members’ experiences, and connect with the Nutanix community through discussion forums and engaging challenges.Through your participation, you can earn points for member-only rewards. And the best part? We have some Nutanix University challenges for you!  When you complete one of the Nutanix University training courses or certifications listed below you can earn points on Nutanix Connection! Redeem your points for member-only prizes, gift cards, or certification exam vouchers. Training Courses: Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF): 200 points  Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA): 400 points  Nutanix Database Management & Automation (NDMA): 200

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Karlie Beil
Karlie BeilCommunity Manager
published in Education Blog

How Do YOU Learn Best? Explore Training Options to Fit Your NeedsBlog

Everyone learns differently. Some learn best by listening to podcasts or reading books while others learn best by gaining hands-on experience. But how do YOU learn best? Continue reading to learn about your options.  At Nutanix University, our programs are all about choice. We offer training programs specially catered to YOU in order to help you achieve your learning goals. Whether you prefer online courses you can complete at your own pace, or the engagement and interaction of an instructor-led class, we can support you with customized learning plans designed around flexibility and freedom.Plus, we have something new in store for you! Exam Prep classes are now available in order to help you prepare for two of our most popular certifications: Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) and Nutanix Certified Professional - Multi Cloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI). Read on to learn more. What is Instructor-Led Training? Instructor-led training (ILT) classes are equipped with hands-on labs and detailed

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