Dive Into VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 with New Hands-on Labs!
- viquarmca
- Jun 20
- 2 min read
VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 is here, and with it comes a fresh set of Hands-on Labs (HOLs) designed to give you a real-world, guided experience of the latest innovations.
Whether you're an experienced architect or just starting your cloud journey, these labs are the fastest way to understand what VCF 9.0 has to offer — all in a free, no-install, on-demand format
1️⃣ What’s New in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 – Platform
Lab ID: HOL-2610-01-VCF-LLearn the core concepts of VCF 9.0 including the deployment process using the VCF Installer. Explore productivity enhancements like vSphere Pods, Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), and Transit Gateways. https://labs.hol.vmware.com/HOL/catalog

2️⃣ What’s New in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 – Automation
Lab ID: HOL-2610-02-VCF-LTake automation to the next level with a guided experience through tenant setup, Provider Portal, and Organization Management. Get hands-on with VM provisioning and Kubernetes cluster deployments.

3️⃣ What’s New in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 – Operations
Lab ID: HOL-2610-03-VCF-LExplore private cloud operations: health monitoring, storage, security, network flow analysis, and chargeback models. Learn how to efficiently manage, troubleshoot, and secure your cloud environment.

4️⃣ Unifying VM and Kubernetes Management with vSphere Supervisor in VCF 9.0
Lab ID: HOL-2633-01-VCF-LGain firsthand experience unifying VM and Kubernetes workloads using vSphere Supervisor. Configure it, deploy Kubernetes clusters and vSphere PODs, and see how vSphere and Kubernetes truly converge.

5️⃣ What’s New with vSphere in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0
Lab ID: HOL-2630-01-VCF-LThis lab covers vSphere advancements: Live Patching, NVMe Memory Tiering, unified licensing, and multi-vendor cluster management — plus lifecycle enhancements for easier Day 2 operations.

💡 Why Try These Labs?
VMware Hands-on Labs (HOLs) are a proven way to skill up quickly and effectively. Here's what makes them unique:
✅ Totally Free – No licensing, no cost
✅ No Setup Required – Just click and start
✅ Available 24/7 – Learn on your schedule
✅ Repeatable – Practice until you master it
✅ Real-World Simulations – Built by experts, for real impact
🌐 Ready to Explore?
These new labs aren’t just demos — they’re interactive training grounds that let you see, touch, and try everything VCF 9.0 has to offer.
Don't miss the chance to transform your private cloud skills, explore VCF 9.0 innovations, and see how you can bring real value to your organization — today.
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