VMware Explore

Barcelona, Spain | Fira Gran Via 
4 November, 2024

Get ready for four days of community, networking and learning in beautiful Barcelona

Welcome to Barcelona for Explore 2024! Thousands of explorers (like you!) have descended upon the Fira Gran Via, and we’re so glad you’re here. Tune in to these daily blog recaps for a taste of the action that passed today, and a view into what’s on deck for the week to come.

Now Open: The Expo and Community Zones

Explorers have already taken over The Expo, which opened at 11:00 this morning. The new and expanded Expo now includes a Community Zone, featuring the popular {code} Theater and Community Theater with live sessions throughout the week. Be sure to stop by, meet the team and grab some stickers! We’ll see everyone at the welcome reception tonight (details below ⤵).

Where Can I Find…? A Few Helpful Reminders:

Eyes up! Some key areas will be found in a new location this year: 

• The Communities Zone can now be on the right side of The Expo in Hall 7.0
• The Expert Bar is going to be integrated into the VMware by Broadcom stand #412, in The Expo, Hall 7.0
• The Rewards area is going to be in the Hall 8.0 Foyer, near the registration area.
• The Store is also going to be in Hall 8.0 Foyer, near Rewards.

Start Your Week with Hands-on Labs at Explore 

Make the most of your time at Explore by diving into Hands-on Labs, where there’s plenty to look forward to:

• Expert-led Workshops: Gain practical insights from the experts who design and create the labs. These 90-minute sessions cover a wide range of VMware technologies. Register now in the Content Catalog to secure your spot. If a session is full, arrive 15 minutes early to join the waitlist for a chance to participate. 

• Self-paced Labs: Prefer to learn on your own schedule? The Self-paced Labs offer the same cutting-edge content as the workshops, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Choose from over 60 labs on topics like VMware Cloud Foundation, vSphere, and machine learning, with lab authors ready to assist and answer questions. 

• Odyssey: Take your learning to the next level by competing in the Odyssey gamified labs. Test your skills and race against the clock for a chance to qualify for the tournament finals on Wednesday at 14:00. 

• Tours: Join a Hands-on Labs Tour for a behind-the-scenes look at how the labs are run at scale. These 30-45 minute tours provide insights into our cloud-based infrastructure, monitoring tools, and processes, with stops at the Command Center Wall. 

Prepare for a week filled with expert-led learning, hands-on practice, and friendly competition. Explore the full range of Hands-on Labs opportunities throughout the event!

Get Your Game On

Gamification at Explore is always a fun way to get involved and immerse yourself in the event experience. Participate by opening the “App Games” section of the VMware Explore 2024 Mobile App to get started on the following games:

• Rewards Token Game | Throughout VMware Explore, collect Rewards tokens made of recycled wood at the different selected areas by completing specified activities! Scan the QR Code that you will find in each area using the mobile app, once you have completed the activity. Visit the Rewards area in Hall 8.0 Foyer to get started.

• The Expo Passport | Unleash your inner Explorer and win big at The Expo. As you navigate The Expo, unlock all the checkpoints in The Expo Passport for a chance to win exciting prizes. Check out the expo passport map in the mobile app to begin your journey.

See You at the Welcome Reception

When: Tonight, 17:00 – 19:00
Where: Hall 7.0, The Expo

Kick off your Explore experience at the welcome reception in The Expo. Discover a vast partner ecosystem, network with fellow attendees in a fun atmosphere, pick up some new swag, and enjoy delicious appetizers and drinks. You never know, you might just catch some surprise and delights along the way.

Catch the General Session

The general session kicks off at 09:00 tomorrow in Hall 6.0. The VMware Explore 2024 General Session will showcase exciting new advancements in private cloud, AI, app delivery and the edge. Hear directly from Broadcom leaders, VMware experts and trailblazing customers as they share real-world insights on how to better run, scale and secure your enterprise workloads.

We’re just getting started! We hope you enjoy connecting with the community and hearing the latest innovations. Be sure to share your favorite moments using the #VMwareExplore hashtag.

Reminder: Tomorrow’s Sessions

Even with a packed schedule, try to make room for a few of these Tuesday Sessions. Enhance your skills, level-up your knowledge, and return home with actionable learnings—158 sessions are available.

Tune in tomorrow for updates on this year’s activations, outlooks, and of course, our next set of inspiring sessions.