Daniel Micanek virtual Blog – Like normal Dan, but virtual.
Not sure when it happened, but I have been binging self-hosted identity providers like Netflix shows, this season features Authentik, KeyCloak, Synology SSO and Pocket ID. To add to my collection, I was recently asked whether Zitadel could also work as an identity provider with vCenter Server […]
This is part 2 of the 2 part series. we will do a deep dive into the packet flow of the VM to the Deployed edge VPN .. Not sure what a Layer 2 VPN is? Or how to stretch your NSX Overlay Segments to a VLAN backed segment. Well this is the video for you.
A longtime community favorite, the USB Network Native Driver for ESXi Fling makes it super easy for users to expand additional networking capabilities for ESXi-x86. While helping a customer recently, I realized that we did not have a published list of supported USB Network adaptors (VID/DID) […]
I’ve always attended VMware Explore in Barcelona—an event that’s consistently been a highlight of my year. But 2025 might be my first time experiencing VMware Explore in Las Vegas, and I couldn’t be more excited!
Explore is more than just a tech conference—it’s about the VMware community. This vibrant network of professionals, enthusiasts, and leaders is the heartbeat of the event.
At Explore in Barcelona, I had the honor of meeting Hock Tan, CEO of Broadcom, and connecting with incredible leaders like Corey Romero (#vExpert lead) and Josef Zach, our Czech #VMUG leader.
One of the best parts? Meeting the people you usually only see in online training sessions. It was amazing to talk in person with Tim Burkard and witness his brilliant session on Demystifying Distributed Security in VMware Cloud Foundation—a real magician at work!
I’m looking forward to updates around VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9, especially sessions with experts like:
The technical depth at Explore is always unmatched, and this year’s focus on Private AI and enhanced cloud solutions will be one to watch.
Explore is your playground for practical learning. You’ll have the opportunity to dive deep into Hands-on Labs and even get certified. From personal experience, I highly recommend aiming for the:
As Socrates said: “I know that I know nothing.” There’s always something new to learn—and VMware Explore is the perfect place to do it.
No Explore experience is complete without the legendary Explore Party! Which band will play this year? That’s still under wraps, but it’s always unforgettable.
Take advantage of early-bird pricing until June 16:
➡️ Register here: VMware Explore Las Vegas Event Page
If you can’t attend in person, VMware Explore On Tour is coming to cities worldwide! These 1–1.5 day events feature top sessions, Hands-on Labs, and networking opportunities.
Explore On Tour 2025 Stops:
More info: VMware Explore Blog
Watch past sessions: Explore Video Library
Check the FAQ: Explore Las Vegas FAQs
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In my homelab environment — which I often refer to as my personal Solution Center — I run a full stack of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), where NSX is a core component for network virtualization. One of the key challenges I’ve faced was how to properly connect NSX’s Application Virtual Networks […]
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Be part of the community driving innovation across AI, cloud, and modern apps. From on-stage insights to Hands-on Labs, this is where ideas turn into impact.
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Registration for VMware Explore 2025 is now open—make the most of your experience in Las Vegas this August.
Feature Friday 163 – VMware Usage Meter 9 0
In this Feature Fridays episode, we dive into what’s new with VMware Usage Meter 9.0 and the move to Broadcom’s Business Services Console. Join Guy and Lewis as they break down key updates—like mandatory upgrades, automated metering, enhanced security with OAuth tokens, and new features like V-Defend support and on-demand reporting. If you’re a VMware Cloud Service Provider, find out what you need to do, when to do it, and how to stay compliant. The 90-day upgrade clock starts soon—are you ready? Got questions? Reach out to vcf.gtm@broadcom.com
As part of setting up vCenter Server or VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Identity Federation, if your identity provider supports the SCIM (System for Cross-domain Identity Management) protocol, you must generate a token from vCenter Server. This token enables the identity provider to automatically […]
So you can’t sleep at night. Need to troubleshoot your VMware NSX-T / NSX environment faster.. Understanding how the control plane tables are populated and their contents is crucial.. This video will reveal the contents of the tables but more importantly, how and when the tables get updated. […]
If you love technical & informative VMware posters (and missed this), here’s the newest VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 5.2.x Poster!
