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Working in an IT department and managing an IT team can come with a lot of challenges, like growing skills gaps, professional development, and budget constraints just to name a few. In the 4th Annual Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Index, we found that 79% of companies said they lack the skills required to meet current business demands. The industry recognized training and certification program through Nutanix University can help close that gap.  Here are just a few of the benefits our customers have reported after they participate in the program:  95% say that Nutanix certification increased their technical knowledge and abilities  45% say training and certification increased productivity 25% reported lower employee turnover  Plus, our Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI) certification was ranked the #8 top paying IT certification for the second year in a row!  Interested in learning more? Check out our website for more information. What motivates you to g

Check out our new v6.5 NHCF instructor-led training schedule and how you can sign up!  We’re excited to announce the v6.5 Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF)  2-day virtual instructor-led training course is now available!If you’re relatively new to Nutanix and want a feature-focused introduction to Prism Central and its various capabilities, then this course is for you! NHCF v6.5 explores the breadth and depth of Nutanix’s centralized management capabilities, and allows you to explore the wide variety of features available in Prism Central.You’ll also get more hands-on activities in v6.5 and dive deeper into tasks that directly relate to on-the-job monitoring/operator-related activities. With this virtual instructor-led training course, you’ll receive detailed instruction from one of our expert instructors all from the comfort of your home or office. As part of the course, you’ll participate in hands-on labs where you’ll work with Nutanix products in a controlled environment and a

The Nutanix Certified Expert (NCX) certification tests candidates on their ability to create and deliver Cloud-Smart solutions that leverage the Nutanix stack for Private Cloud and the best offerings from our Public Cloud partners for hybrid services.Every NCX is an expert in their field and has the proven ability to design enterprise-scale solutions that support business-critical applications with service level agreements specified by business stakeholders.We caught up with Dave Weber to talk about his experience earning this expert-level certification and to get his advice for other professionals looking to earn their NCX. Can you tell us about your IT background? My career got started back in the late 1990s in IT help desk support. From there I worked my way up to desktop administrator, then up to server administrator. During my time as a server administrator in 2018 Nutanix was brought into my company. I then became a Nutanix administrator and started moving everything over from VM

Check out these Nutanix University videos you may have missed last month! To stay up to date with our latest product demos, how-tos, and more, make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel by clicking the “Subscribe” button on the page.  September Video Rewind  Achieving Higher Availability (HA) with Nutanix Cloud Clusters (NC2) on AWS | Tech Bytes Achieve higher ability and your hybrid cloud dreams with having more access to different node types in AWS.   Adding GPUs to Nutanix Kubernetes Engine Node Pools | AHV Mission Control Learn how to add GPUs to Nutanix Kubernetes Engine (NKE) node pools for running AI/ML workloads in the latest instalment of the AHV Mission Control Series.  How do subnets work in Flow Virtual Networking | Tech Bytes Learn about the different types of Flow Virtual Networking subnets and how they are used.   What is Memory Overcommit and how do I enable it? | AHV Mission Control In this video, AHV PM will show you what Memory Overcommit is and how to enable it i

Certification Exams Now Available to Take In Person! Continue reading to find out more…  Starting today, when you schedule your Nutanix certification exam, you’ll now have the option to complete the exam in person at one of PSI’s test centers or through remote proctoring. With in person testing you take the exam at one of PSI’s test center locations located around the world. This is a great option if you prefer to take your exam in a controlled environment and not worry about potential disturbances or technology. Learn more about what to expect in this video Test Center Experience. With remote proctoring you have the flexibility to take the exam when and where you want without the need to travel. However, your computer, internet connection, and room must meet all security requirements. To learn more about setting up your location for the exam, watch this video on What to Expect on Exam Day.  How to schedule an in person examWhen you start the exam scheduling process, you’ll be asked if

Check out these Nutanix University videos you may have missed this month!  To stay up to date with our latest product demos, how-tos, and more, make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel by clicking the “Subscribe” button on the page.  August Video Rewind Nutanix Certification Story: Vernon Chia, NCXHear how earning the Nutanix Certified Expert (NCX) designation has helped Vernon and his employer.   What is cloud native exactly? | Tech Barometer PodcastGet beyond the buzzwords and break down what cloud-native technologies are and what they promise in this Tech Barometer Cloud Coverage segment with data center technology analyst Steve McDowell of Moore Insights and Strategy.   Chart your career journey in enterprise cloud technologyNutanix Technical Certifications are a badge of honor, designed by industry experts to recognize the skills and knowledge you've acquired to successfully deploy, manage, optimize, and scale your Enterprise Cloud. This article was written by Karlie Beil, Cu

This offer has expired.  Now through October 31, anyone who registers for one of the 2-day instructor-led courses or Facilitated Labs below will receive a second one for free! With instructor-led training, you’ll have access to expert instructors who can answer your questions along the way. There are multiple dates available for each course so you can select which date works best for your schedule. Plus, you’ll receive a voucher to take the certification exam for free! Eligible courses: Nutanix Data Services Administration Nutanix Database Management & Automation Nutanix Multicloud Automation Administration NCP-MCI Exam Prep  Enterprise Cloud Administration Facilitated Labs Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals Facilitated Labs  And, you have three easy ways to pay! Credit Card Nutanix Flex Credits Purchase Order Take advantage of this limited time offer and get expert-led Nutanix training for you and a team member! View course schedules and register here. Terms and Condi

Lock in your AOS 6.5 skills and prove your knowledge with newly updated training and certifications. Continue reading to find out more…   We’ve updated our popular associate and professional level training and certifications to cover Nutanix AOS 6.5. There’s also an exciting limited time offer available for both certifications to complete the beta exam, which allows you to complete the exam for free and provide feedback to shape the final exam!   Associate Level: Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF) Course If you’re relatively new to Nutanix and want a feature-focused introduction to Prism Central and its various capabilities, this course is your starting point.Focused on getting you working with and exploring the Nutanix platform as quickly as possible, the course covers:   Key Nutanix product and cluster related concepts Setting up a Nutanix cluster from Prism Central and Prism Element  Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) Certification The NCA exam tests your ability to:  Navigat

Check out these top 4 reasons to get NCM certified!  Nutanix University offers several certification tracks that let you build your hybrid multicloud career to meet your current and future goals. Our mastery-level certification, the Nutanix Certified Master (NCM), is designed for IT professionals and architects who want to continue their certification journey and deepen their ability to manage, design, and optimize Nutanix solutions. Here are the top 4 reasons to get your NCM certification: #1 Validate your Skills. Having an NCM certification will validate that you’ve mastered the skills needed to perform advanced administrative tasks and optimize both virtualized workloads and infrastructure components on Nutanix AOS. #2: More Options. Expand your opportunities for new tasks and position yourself for advancement in a management or other leadership position. While you may have all the skills that a certified IT professional may have, without the certification, you will have to prove on

Did you know there are certification exam prep playlists on the Nutanix University Youtube channel? Keep reading to find out more..  Are you thinking about getting certified or preparing for an upcoming certification exam? Then check out our exam prep playlist, which is a free, on demand resource you can start using today! The playlist collection is customized for each certification and features how-to videos related to topics you’ll see on the exam.  Certification Prep Videos  Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) The NCA exam tests your skills and abilities in navigating a Nutanix AOS cluster as well as managing and operating Nutanix core offerings. Check out this playlist for topics like VM networking, taking VM snapshots, VM migration, and more! > View the NCA Exam Prep Playlist Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI) The NCP-MCI exam tests your skills and abilities in deploying, administering and troubleshooting Nutanix AOS 5.20 in the Enterprise Cloud.

We know setting aside time for exam prep can be difficult, so we’re offering a new on demand option for our popular NCP-MCI Exam Prep Class! Keep reading to find out more…   The Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCP-MCI)  exam tests your skills and abilities in deploying, administering and troubleshooting Nutanix AOS. It also ranked #8 on Global Knowledge’s list of the top-paying IT certifications! If you’re looking to brush up your knowledge before taking the NCP-MCI exam, but need a flexible training option then this on demand prep class is for you! During the NCP-MCI Exam Prep class, you’ll review video lessons on key exam topics, take over 100 practice questions, and watch videos that explain the correct answer for each question. The on demand class delivery gives you immediate access to course videos. You’ll have up to one month to watch the recordings and you can even rewatch them up to three times! Plus, after you complete the course, you’ll receive a F

The Nutanix Certified Expert (NCX) certification tests candidates on their ability to create and deliver Cloud-Smart solutions that leverage the Nutanix stack for Private Cloud and the best offerings from our Public Cloud partners for hybrid services.Every NCX is an expert in their field and has proven their ability to design enterprise-scale solutions that support business-critical applications with service level agreements specified by business stakeholders.Recently we caught up with new NCX, Mark Gabryjelski, to talk about his experience earning this expert-level certification and to get his advice for other professionals looking to earn their NCX. Can you tell us about your IT background? Back in college I was inspired to start a career in IT after teaching my own AutoCAD professor how to use a computer. I ran my own home lab that gave me a little bit of experience, but I ended up getting hired at a company with the help of IT certifications I was able to secure. After four years a

Check out these Nutanix University videos you may have missed this month! To stay up to date with our latest product demos, how-tos, and more, make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel by clicking the “Subscribe” button on the page.  July Video Rewind Flow Virtual Networking. What is it? | Tech Bytes | Nutanix UniversityIn this video, Nutanix TME Eric Walters gives an overview of Flow Virtual Networking. You'll learn how Virtual Private Clouds, or VPCs can allow you to build networks to meet the needs of your tenants and applications. Registering Existing Database with Nutanix Database Service | DB Solution Series #5 | Tech BytesIn this video, Nutanix TME David Teague shows how to register multiple database engines so they can be managed by the Nutanix Database Service.  Nutanix Service Providers | Nutanix Community Podcast | Nutanix UniversityIn this episode of the podcast, Angelo chats with Jim de la Pena, Director of Strategy and Product Management at OneNeck IT Solutions, and K

Check out these top 5 reasons to get NCP certified!  We offer several certification tracks to let you build your hybrid mulitcloud career that meets your current and future goals. Our mid-level certification, the Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP), is designed for IT professionals that have developed on the job experience and are looking to define their career path.  Here are the top 5 reasons to get your NCP certification: #1 Define your Own Path. The NCP level lets you focus on specific concentrations so you can focus on a specific technology track, including end user computing, database automation, and data services. Check out our Certification Roadmap or use our Certification Pathfinder to find the right certification for your career goals. #2: Earn a Higher Salary. The Global Knowledge IT Skills and Salary Survey report has been produced annually for the last 15 years, and has become a benchmark for IT professionals around the world. In their 2021 report, our NCP-MCI certificati

We’re now offering facilitated labs for one of our popular training courses! Continue reading to find out more.  Facilitated Labs are a great way to practice your skills in a safe, real-world environment and we’re happy to announce that in addition to the Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA) course, they’re also now available for Nutanix Hybrid Cloud Fundamentals (NHCF)! Whether you’ve taken the instructor-led (ILT) or online self-paced version of this course (or plan to in the future) you can now sign up for the Facilitated Labs to get additional hands-on practice time.Taking Facilitated Labs allows you to apply your knowledge while building your skills and confidence. It’s also an excellent way to prepare for the certification exam. You’ll even get a voucher to take the exam for free! In the one-day session, you’ll receive a lab guide and will have access to our Nutanix-hosted live lab environment from wherever you are. The lab environment is pre-configured and ready to run the labs

The Nutanix Certified Expert (NCX) certification tests candidates on their ability to create and deliver Cloud-Smart solutions that leverage the Nutanix stack for Private Cloud and the best offerings from our Public Cloud partners for hybrid services.Every NCX is an expert in their field and has the proven ability to design enterprise-scale solutions that support business-critical applications with service level agreements specified by business stakeholders.Recently we caught up with Mohammed Azam to talk about his experience earning this expert-level certification and to get his advice for other professionals looking to earn their NCX. Can you tell us about your IT background? I’m an IT professional with 22 years of experience in public and private enterprises across the Middle East. I have worked on many IT technologies covering most of the critical areas like infrastructure, network, security, cloud, etc. I’m always working hard to keep myself updated with the latest technology tren

Check out these Nutanix University videos you may have missed this month! To stay up to date with our latest product demos, how-tos, and more, make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel by clicking the “Subscribe” button on the page.  June Video Rewind Installing the Nutanix Database Service Appliance | DB Solutions Series #4 | Tech BytesSee how to download and install the NDB Appliance on your Nutanix Cloud Cluster, and walk through the initial setup.   Security Central: Query Network Logs with Investigate | Tech Bytes | Nutanix UniversitySecurity Central allows you to gain rich network insights into your Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure. In this video you will learn about the Investigate feature which queries your network logs using SQL like built-in query language.    Cloud Innovations and Hybrid Multicloud | Nutanix Community Podcast | Nutanix UniversityWe continue our look back at our .NEXT user conference and today we join Thomas Cornely, SVP Product Portfolio, as he addresses the

Get a free certification exam when you complete a training course now through August 16!  This offer has expired. Level up your Nutanix skills and get certified for free with Nutanix University Summer School! For the next two months, 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: Enterprise Cloud Administration Nutanix Data Services Administration Nutanix End User Computing Administration Nutanix Database Management & Automation Nutanix Multicloud Automation Administration  Take this opportunity to invest in your career and grow your skill set.  Get started today! Terms and Conditions The exam voucher will be provided to you after you have completed the course. Self-paced online student’s vouchers will be assigned through the Learning Plan within 24-hours after the completion of the course. You must complete the course between June 14, 2022 and August 16, 2022. 

The Nutanix Certified Expert (NCX) certification tests candidates on their ability to create and deliver Cloud-Smart solutions that leverage the Nutanix stack for Private Cloud and the best offerings from our Public Cloud partners for hybrid services.Every NCX is an expert in their field and has proven their ability to design enterprise-scale solutions that support business-critical applications with service level agreements specified by business stakeholders.Recently we caught up with new NCX, Ayub Khan, to talk about his experience earning this expert-level certification and to get his advice for other professionals looking to earn their NCX.Can you tell us about your IT background? I’m currently a Senior Resident Consultant with Nutanix Saudi Arabia for enterprise customers. I’m a seasoned, multi-skilled ICT professional with 18 years of rich experience and expertise in managed IT services delivery, IT projects, and customer success consulting. I have expertise in handling migration

Check out these Nutanix University videos you may have missed this month! To stay up to date with our latest product demos, how-tos, and more, make sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel by clicking the “Subscribe” button on the page.  May Video Rewind Nutanix Data Lens Ransomware Pattern Detection | Tech BytesData Lens now offers enhanced ransomware protection where file access patterns are used to detect threats and optionally block the clients and users behind the attack. This detection helps in stopping zero day exploits of unknown ransomware variants. Mythbusters Cloud Edition “Go to the cloud” | Nutanix Community Podcast In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, join Wendy Pfeiffer, Chief Information Officer for Nutanix, as she quizzes a distinguished .Next panel on the myths around cloud technology.   Cybersecurity Fireside Chat Theresa Payton | Nutanix Community PodcastIn this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, we join Theresa Payton, former White House CIO, Le

Validate your advanced hybrid multicloud skills with our newly updated NCM-MCI certification exam.  We’ve updated our advanced certification to cover Nutanix AOS 5.20! Validate your hybrid multicloud skills and abilities with our newly updated Nutanix Certified Master - Multicloud Infrastructure (NCM-MCI) certification and prepare for the exam with our Advanced Administration & Performance Management (AAPM) course. AAPM Training Course The AAPM course features comprehensive coverage of advanced administration and performance management for Nutanix clusters. You’ll learn how to monitor and tune clusters for better system performance, and optimize datacenter administration. Find out if this course is right for you with our AAPM Readiness Evaluation. NCM-MCI Certification ExamThe NCM-MCI certification exam tests your skills and abilities to perform advanced administrative tasks and optimize virtualized workloads and infrastructure components on an AOS 5.20 implementation.Note, the AOS

Are you interested in taking the Enterprise Cloud Administration (ECA) course but need a flexible option to fit into your schedule? Then check out our new Night School program! We know scheduling multiple days out of the office for training can be difficult, that’s why we created a new Night School program for our most-popular ECA course. The Night School format takes the traditional instructor-led 4-day-a-week schedule and delivers the same material in four, 3-hour sessions held one day per week. This gives you the flexibility to attend class, while still maintaining your other responsibilities at work and at home. During this course, you’ll learn about the tasks Nutanix administrators perform through the use of graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and command line interfaces (CLIs) and it will enable you to successfully configure and manage Nutanix in the datacenter. At the end of the course you’ll also receive a voucher to take the Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastruct

The 2022 IT Salary & Skills Survey is now open, and you can participate!  This survey has closed. Thank you to everyone who participated!  This survey is one of the largest studies of IT salary, skills, and certifications. It’s the backbone of Skillsoft’s annual IT Skills and Salary Report, which shares detailed insights on skills and certifications, compensation, skills gaps and challenges, and more for IT professionals at every stage of their career.The survey typically takes 10-15 minutes to complete. You can bookmark your progress and pick up where you left off within one week of starting the survey. It’s also completely anonymous. Skillsoft doesn’t sell the data or share it with others. Participating in the survey is a great way to share how Nutanix certification and training has impacted your career. Plus, anyone who completes the survey can enter to win a $100 gift card! Take the survey today! This article was written by Karlie Beil, Customer Marketing Specialist.  ©️️️️️️ 2

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Check out the top 5 reasons to get NCA certified.  The Nutanix Certified Associate (NCA) is our foundational certification that helps you build a solid base for a rewarding career in hybrid multicloud technology and is perfect if you’re just getting started with Nutanix solutions. The NCA exam tests your skills and abilities in navigating a Nutanix AOS cluster as well as managing and operating Nutanix core offerings. Here are the top 5 reasons to get your NCA certification:  Advancement Opportunities. Position yourself for advancement and expand your opportunities for new tasks or career paths with a verified Nutanix certification. While you may have all the skills that a certified IT professional may have, without the certification, you will have to prove on the job that you know what you’re doing. Stand Out in the Job Market. Companies around the globe are always looking for candidates with Nutanix experience, so having your NCA certification will help you stand out from your peers i