We miss you already, Barcelona! Let’s dive right into some quick highlights of the {code} theater sessions that took place during VMware Explore Barcelona 2024.
Session Highlights
Despite a few obstacles along the way, we hit the mark at VMware Explore Barcelona. Each speaker brought their expertise to the stage, and the audience feedback was overwhelmingly positive. The sessions covered a wide range of topics, offering valuable insights for all practitioners. From HomeLabs and PowerCLI to APIs, Aria, Terraform, Tanzu, Spring, and Certificates, there was something for everyone.
I want to highlight some of the most popular sessions and a few personal favorites. To view all the {code} replays, head over to the {code} YouTube Playlist.
Top 3 In-Person Sessions
Looking at the numbers, here are the top {code} theater sessions from the in-person event.
Session: Managing ESXi Desired State with vSphere Configuration Profiles
Speaker: Marc Umeno
Session: Managing your VMware NSX environment with Terraform
Speakers: Maarten Van Driessen and Evert Amssoms
Session: Automating VMware Cloud Foundation Day 1 Operations with API and PowerShell
Speakers: James Tiffany and Stephan McTighe
Top 3 Most Streamed
It’s now been a little over 2 weeks since the conference, so wanted to share the top 3 most streamed sessions.
Session: Building Intelligent Applications in Java with Spring AI
Speaker: DaShaun Carter
Session: Mastering Multi-Cloud Automation and Beyond with VCF Aria Automation
Speakers: Rafal Kepczynski and
Pawel Koper
Session: Simplify VCF Deployment and Operations with Terraform
Speakers: James Tiffany and Stephan McTighe
Speakers that made me Laugh
If you’ve never heard Tim Burkard or Brian Watrous present, you’re missing out! This team knows how to put on a show, all while learning at the same time. Make sure to watch their sessions and connect with the speakers: Tim Burkard and Brian Watrous.
Community Shines
Before we wrap up, I wanted to make sure to acknowledge a few individuals that really came through when I needed help in Barcelona.
We had 3 sessions full of attendees eagerly waiting to learn, and, as things go sometimes, the scheduled speakers couldn’t make it. Those are the moments where our wonderful {code} community truly shined. They stepped up to the mic and delivered impromptu talks. It was inspiring to witness the community’s camaraderie and dedication.
What’s even more amazing is that our audience, understanding that things happen, didn’t leave. They stayed to support the impromptu speakers who saved the day, showcasing the true spirit of the vCommunity.
So here’s to the awesome individuals that stepped up when the community was in need of help. You’re what the vCommunity is all about. Check out Lino’s, Marc’s and Pawel’s sessions below. Joining Pawel were {code} Hackathon attendees (but I didn’t capture a picture).
Session: A Guide to Your Portable VMware Lab
Speaker: Lino Telera
Session: The Ultimate HomeLab Guide
Speaker: Marc Huppert
Session: Good, Bad and UGLY – Truth about VCF – VCDX’s lessons learned
Speaker: Pawel Piotrowski
What’s Next?
It was amazing to feel the sense of belonging and never feeling alone even in a completely different continent. Our collective knowledge, passion, and support make us stronger together. Keep reaching out, sharing, and growing—because this amazing community has your back, every step of the way.
If you don’t mind, I prefer not to wait until the next VMware Explore to keep this energy high. We’d love to feature at least one presentation a month on our {code} YouTube channel. These sessions can be as short or as long as you like. Our goal is to help you grow, but also to help our community grow by learning from each other. If you have any topics you’d like to share, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to making VMware Explore Barcelona 2024 an unforgettable experience. Together, we can continue to learn, innovate, and support each other throughout the year.
