VMware certifications have become highly valuable in the IT industry, showcasing professionals’ expertise in virtualization, cloud computing, and data center technologies. As technology evolves, VMware certification exams undergo regular updates to ensure they align with the latest industry trends and advancements. In this blog, we will explore the recent updates in VMware certification exams and discuss the importance of staying informed about these changes.
We will delve into the new certification tracks introduced by VMware, highlighting the emerging technologies and products covered in the exams. Additionally, we will explore the emphasis on cloud computing and hybrid cloud solutions, software-defined networking (SDN), virtualization, and the inclusion of security and compliance-related topics. These updates reflect the evolving IT landscape and the need for professionals to possess the most up-to-date skills and knowledge.
VMware Certification – March 2024 Exam Updates
VMware has introduced new modifications to align with emerging technologies and industry trends. These recent updates in VMware certification exams highlight the company’s commitment to keeping pace with industry advancements and equipping professionals with the skills needed to excel in modern IT environments. By staying informed about these updates, professionals can ensure their certifications remain relevant and valuable, enabling them to thrive in their careers and contribute to the success of their organizations. In the following sections, we will explore why these updates are necessary and the benefits of keeping up with exam changes.
1. New VMware Certified – Cloud Infrastructure Administrator
The VMware Certified – Cloud Infrastructure Administrator certification is for IT professionals aiming to boost their careers by becoming experts in cloud infrastructure administration. This certification is your key to becoming a highly sought-after specialist in cloud computing, armed with in-depth knowledge of VMware technologies.
What You’ll Learn:
- Managing Cloud Infrastructure: Learn how to expertly handle and improve cloud infrastructure for smooth operations in virtualized environments.
- VMware Technologies: Explore VMware’s suite of cloud and virtualization technologies, such as vSphere and vCenter, among others.
- Performance Optimization: Master techniques for enhancing cloud infrastructure performance, making it more efficient and cost-effective.
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2. Exam Content Modification
VMware has updated the domains and content of various exams to introduce new concepts and innovations for its learning audience. The exams are:
Spring Certified Professional 2023
Exam Code: EXAM 2V0-72.22 (Spring Professional Develop)
Previous VMware Spring Professional 2021:
- Introduction to Spring
- Spring JAVA Configuration: A Deeper Look
- Annotation-based Dependency Injection
- Factory Pattern in Spring
- Advanced Spring: How Does Spring Work Internally?
- Aspect-oriented programming
- Testing a Spring-based Application
- Data Accss and JDBC with Spring
- Database Transactions with Spring
- Spring Boot Introduction
- Spring Boot Dependencies, Auto-configuration, and Runtime
- JPA with Spring and Spring Data
- Spring MVC Architecture and Overview
- Rest with Spring MVC
- Spring Security
- Actuators, Metrics and Health Indicators
- Spring Boot Testing Enhancements
- Spring Security Oauth (Optional Topic)
- Reactive Applications with Spring (Optional Topic)
New Course Outline:
- Section 1 – Spring Core
- Section 2 – Data Management
- Section 3 – Spring MVC
- Section 4 – Testing
- Section 5 – Security
- Section 6 – Spring Boot
VMware Certified Professional Data Center Virtualization 2023 (VCP-DCV)
Exam Code: EXAM 2V0-21.23 VMware vSphere 8.x Professional
Previous VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV) 2022:
Domain 1 – Understanding Architecture and Technologies
Domain 2 – Learn about Products and Solutions
Domain 3 – Overview of Planning and Designing
Domain 4 – Understanding the process of Installing, Configuring, and Setup
Domain 5 – Learn about Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades
Domain 6 – Overview of Troubleshooting and Repairing
Domain 7 – Learn about Administrative and Operational Tasks
New Course Outline:
Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies
Section 2 – Products and Solutions
Section 3 – Planning and Designing
Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup
Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades
Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing
Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks
VMware Certified Professional Network Virtualization 2023 (VCP-NV 2023)
Exam Code: EXAM 2V0-41.20 (Professional VMware NSX-T Data Center)
Previous VMware Certified Professional – Network Virtualization 2020 (VCP-NV 2020):
- Architecture and Technologies
- Products and Solutions
- Planning and Designing
- Installing, Configuring, and Setup
- Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades
- Troubleshooting and Repairing
- Administrative and Operational Tasks
New Course Outline:
Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies
Section 2 – Products and Solutions
Section 3 – Planning and Designing
Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup
Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades
Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing
Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks
VMware Certified Professional Digital Workspace 2023 (VCP-DW 2023)
Exam Code: EXAM 2V0-62.21 (Professional VMware Workspace ONE 21.X)
Previous VCP-DW 2020:
- Architecture and Technologies
- Products and Solutions
- Planning and Designing
- Installing, Configuring, and Setup
- Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades
- Troubleshooting and Repairing
- Administrative and Operational Tasks
New Course Outline:
Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies
Section 2 – Products and Solutions
Section 3 – Planning and Designing
Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup
Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades
Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing
Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks
Code Retirement: VMware Certified Professional Application Modernization 2023 (VCP-AM 2023)
VMware keeps on updating its exam content by adding concepts and removing the previous ones. To make the exam more valuable, VMWare Exam 2V0-71.21 (Professional VMware Application Modernization) is Retiring on July 30, 2023. It will provide a new update for it.
Course Outline:
Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies
Section 2 – Products and Solutions
Section 3 – Planning and Designing
Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup
Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades
Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing
Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks
Benefits of Keeping Up with Exam Updates
- Relevance and Currency: Staying informed about exam updates ensures that your certifications remain relevant and up to date. Technology evolves rapidly, and new concepts, tools, and practices emerge regularly. By keeping up with exam updates, you can ensure that your knowledge and skills align with the latest industry trends and best practices.
- Competitive Advantage: In today’s competitive job market, having the latest certifications gives you a distinct advantage over your peers. Employers value professionals who stay updated with the latest technologies and industry advancements. By showcasing your knowledge of the most current concepts and solutions, you increase your chances of securing desirable job opportunities and advancing your career.
- Expanded Skill Set: Exam updates often introduce new topics and technologies that expand your skill set. By keeping up with these updates, you have the opportunity to learn and master new tools, techniques, and methodologies.
- Professional Growth and Development: Keeping up with exam updates demonstrates your commitment to professional growth and development. It shows that you are dedicated to staying at the forefront of your field and are willing to invest the time and effort required to maintain your certifications. This commitment to continuous learning positions you as a proactive professional and opens doors to new learning opportunities and career advancement.
- Networking and Collaboration: Staying updated with exam changes allows you to connect and collaborate with other certified professionals who are also committed to continuous learning. Engaging in study groups, forums, and networking events related to your certifications can provide valuable insights, resources, and support.
- Recognition and Trust: Professionals who keep up with exam updates are seen as trustworthy and knowledgeable in their respective fields. Employers, clients, and colleagues recognize the effort and dedication required to maintain certifications.
List of VMware Active Exams
| Certification Name | Code | Level | Course Outline |
| VMware Certified Technical Associate Data Center Virtualization 2023 VCTA-DCV | Exam: EXAM 1V0-21.20 Associate VMware Data Center Virtualization | Data Center Virtualization | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Task |
| VMware Certified Professional Data Center Virtualization 2023 VCP-DCV | Exam: EXAM 2V0-21.23 VMware vSphere 8.x Professional | Data Center Virtualization | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Advanced Professional Data Center Virtualization Design 2023 VCAP-DCV Design | Exam: EXAM 3V0-21.21 Advanced Design VMware vSphere 7.x | Data Center Virtualization | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Advanced Professional Data Center Virtualization Deploy 2023 VCAP-DCV Deploy | Exam: EXAM 3V0-22.21N Advanced Deploy VMware vSphere 7.x | Data Center Virtualization | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Design Expert Data Center Virtualization 2023 VCDX-DCV | Data Center Virtualization | Not able to find course outline | |
| VMware Certified Technical Associate Network Virtualization 2023 VCTA-NV | Exam: EXAM 1V0-41.20 Associate VMware Network Virtualization | Network Virtualization | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Task |
| VMware Certified Professional Network Virtualization 2023 VCP-NV 2023 | Exam: EXAM 2V0-41.20 Professional VMware NSX-T Data Center | Network Virtualization | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Advanced Professional Network Virtualization Deploy 2023 VCAP-NV Deploy 2023 | Exam: 3V0-41.22 Advanced Deploy VMware NSX-T Data Center 3.x | Network Virtualization | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Advanced Professional Network Virtualization Design 2023 VCAP-NV Design 2023 | Exam: EXAM 3V0-42.20 Advanced Design VMware NSX-T Data Center | Network Virtualization | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Design Expert Network Virtualization 2023 VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX) | Network Virtualization | Not able to find course outline | |
| VMware Certified Technical Associate Cloud Management and Automation 2023 VCTA-CMA 2023 | EXAM 1V0-31.21 Associate VMware Cloud Management Automation | Cloud Management and Automation | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Task |
| VMware Certified Professional Cloud Management and Automation 2023 VCP-CMA 2023 | EXAM 2V0-31.23 VMware Aria Automation 8.10 Professional | Cloud Management and Automation | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Professional VMware Cloud 2023 VCP-VMC 2023 | 2V0-33.22 VMware Cloud Professional | Cloud Management and Automation | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – VMware Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning and Optimization Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Professional Cloud Operations 2023 VCP-CO 2023 | Exam 2V0-32.22 VMware Cloud Operations 8.x Professional | Cloud Management and Automation | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Advanced Professional Cloud Management and Automation Deploy 2023 VCAP-CMA Deploy 2023 | EXAM 3V0-31.22 Advanced Deploy VMware vRealize Automation 8.x (v2) | Cloud Management and Automation | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Advanced Professional Cloud Management and Automation Design 2023 VCAP-CMA Design 2023 | EXAM 3V0-32.23 Cloud Management and Automation Advanced Design | Cloud Management and Automation | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Design Expert Cloud Management and Automation 2023VCDX | Cloud Management and Automation | Not able to find course outline | |
| VMware Certified Technical Associate End-User Computing 2023 VCTA-EUC | EXAM 1V0-61.21 Associate VMware End-User Computing | End-User Computing | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Professional Desktop Management 2023 VCP-DTM 2023 | EXAM 2V0-51.23 VMware Horizon 8.x Professional | End-User Computing | Section 1 – IT Architectures, Technologies, Standards Section 2 – VMware Solution Section 3 – Plan and Design the VMware Solution Section 4 – Install, Configure, Administrate the VMware Solution Section 5 – Troubleshoot and Optimize the VMware Solution |
| VMware Certified Professional Digital Workspace 2023 VCP-DW 2023 | EXAM 2V0-62.21 Professional VMware Workspace ONE 21.X | End-User Computing | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Advanced Professional Desktop Management Design 2023 VCAP-DTM Design 2023 | EXAM 3V0-752 VMware Certified Advanced Professional 7 – Desktop Management Design Exam | End-User Computing | Section 1 – Create a Horizon Conceptual Design Section 2 – Create a Horizon Logical Design Section 3 – Create a Physical Design for vSphere and Horizon Components Section 4 – Create a Physical Design for Horizon Storage Section 5 – Create a Physical Design for Horizon Networking Section 6 – Create a Physical Design for Horizon Desktops and Pools Section 7 – Incorporate Application Services into a Horizon Physical Design Section 8 – Incorporate Endpoints into a Horizon Design |
| VMware Certified Advanced Professional Desktop Management Deploy 2023 VCAP-DTM Deploy 2023 | EXAM 3V0-51.20N Advanced Deploy VMware Horizon 7.X | End-User Computing | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Design Expert End-User Computing 2023 VCDX-EUC 2023 | End-User Computing | Not able to find course outline | |
| VMware Certified Technical Associate Security 2023 VCTA-SEC 2023 | EXAM 1V0-91.22 VMware Security Technical Associate | Security | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Professional Endpoint and Workload Security 2023 VCP-EWS 2023 | EXAM 2V0-91.22 VMware Carbon Black Cloud Professional | Security | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Technical Associate Application Modernization 2023 VCTA-AM 2023 | EXAM 1V0-71.21 Associate VMware Application Modernization | Application Modernization | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Professional Application Modernization 2023 VCP-AM 2023 | EXAM 2V0-71.21 Professional VMware Application Modernization | Application Modernization | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – Products and Solutions Section 3 – Planning and Designing Section 4 – Installing, Configuring, and Setup Section 5 – Performance-tuning, Optimization, and Upgrades Section 6 – Troubleshooting and Repairing Section 7 – Administrative and Operational Tasks |
| VMware Certified Professional Tanzu for Kubernetes Operations 2023 VCP-TKO 2023 | EXAM 2V0-71.23 VMware Tanzu for Kubernetes Operations Professional | Application Modernization | Section 1 – Architecture and Technologies Section 2 – VMware Products and Solutions Section 3 – VMware Tanzu for Kubernetes Operations Section 4 – VMware Tanzu for Kubernetes Operations Security |
| Spring Certified Professional 2023 | EXAM 2V0-72.22 Spring Professional Develop | Application Modernization | Section 1 – Spring Core Section 2 – Data Management Section 3 – Spring MVC Section 4 – Testing Section 5 – Security Section 6 – Spring Boot |
Final Words
Staying updated with certification exam changes is essential for professionals seeking to thrive in their careers and remain competitive in the ever-evolving IT industry. In this blog, we explored the recent updates in certification exams, focusing on the VMware certification program. We discussed the introduction of new certification tracks, integration of emerging technologies, emphasis on cloud computing and hybrid cloud solutions, software-defined networking (SDN) and virtualization, and inclusion of security and compliance-related topics.
We also highlighted the benefits of keeping up with exam updates, including the relevance and currency of certifications, gaining a competitive advantage in the job market, expanding skill sets, fostering professional growth and development, networking and collaboration opportunities, adapting to technological advancements, and earning recognition and trust from employers and peers.
By embracing exam updates and actively staying informed, professionals can position themselves as knowledgeable and competent experts in their respective fields. Continuous learning and adaptation to industry changes are critical for professional growth, career advancement, and the ability to meet the evolving demands of organizations.
