ACERCA DE ESTE EPISODIO
VMware certification is evolving alongside VMware Cloud Foundation. At VMware Explore 2026, Pete Flecha and John Nicholson sit down with Drew Nielsen, Brett Guarino, and VCDX #1 John Arrasjid to break down what has changed and what it means for certification candidates.
The conversation covers the expanded VCAP portfolio, new domain-based and role-based paths for administrators, architects, and support professionals, and the evolution of VCDX from “Design Expert” to “Distinguished Expert.” They also discuss the streamlined defense process, remote participation, lower costs, the growing importance of Kubernetes, and the right (and wrong) ways to use AI while preparing a design.
Whether you’re beginning your certification journey or pursuing VMware’s highest-level credential, the advice is simple: get hands-on experience, keep learning, and don’t quit.
