An Expansive Global Experience

VMware Explore 2025 kicks off in Las Vegas from August 25 to 28 at The Venetian Convention and Expo Center VMware Blogsvmcloud.pl. This flagship event then goes global with VMware Explore on Tour in Fall 2025, visiting Frankfurt, London, Paris, Mumbai, Sydney, and Tokyo Broadcom News and Storiesvmcloud.pl. These regional editions will feature curated sessions, hands-on labs, meetings programs, and networking opportunities tailored to local communities Broadcom News and Storiesvmcloud.plChannelLife Australia.

A Reimagined Registration Experience

For the first time, VMware Explore offers three tiered pass options to cater to diverse attendee goals:

• Full Event Pass: Includes access to everything—general sessions, technical breakout sessions, hands-on labs, certifications, The Party, and even a collector’s backpack. Early-bird pricing offers significant savings, and the pass includes a VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) certification exam voucher VMware Blogsvirtualg.uk.

• Essentials Pass: Focuses on core sessions, business meetings, and general sessions—ideal for those looking to stay informed without extras VMware Blogsvirtualg.uk.

• Meetings+ Pass: Designed for networking and deals—fast-tracked access to The Meeting Center, the Hub, and exhibitor booths VMware Blogsvirtualg.uk.

Registration opened April 29, 2025, and early-bird discounts apply through mid-June VMware Blogsvirtualg.uk.

Deeper, More Technical Content

VMware Explore 2025 is delivering unmatched technical depth. Over 400 sessions, arranged into four strategic tracks—Cloud Infrastructure, Modern Applications, Networking / Security & Load Balancing, and Innovation—will help IT professionals stay ahead in a fast-paced world vmblog.comvjoeg.com. The content catalog launches on June 17, allowing attendees to plan their personalized experience VMware Blogsvirtualg.uk.

The Hub: A Unified Expo and Community Space

This year introduces The Hub, a merged space combining the expo, community spaces, sponsor booths, and session stages into a centralized high-energy experience. Every pass grants access VMware Blogs. The Hub will also host a Welcome Reception on Monday, August 26, from 5:00–7:00 PM PDT VMware Blogs.

Focused on Community

VMware Explore is amplifying community involvement. VMUG (VMware User Group) leaders helped curate content directly with VMware and Broadcom. Community theaters, a Hackathon, gaming experiences, and partner programming will be prominently featured VMware Blogsvmblog.com.

Highlights from the Event

The General Session will feature keynotes from Broadcom CEO Hock Tan and VMware experts like Chris Wolf, Paul Turner, Tasha Drew, and Sabina Anja vmblog.com. Expect big announcements around VMware Cloud Foundation 9, Private AI integration (with NVIDIA), Tanzu AI development capabilities, and GenAI enhancements for firewalls and load balancers—along with expanded hands-on labs and certifications vmblog.comVirtual Bytes.

Notably, VCF’s evolution is a highlight:

• Demonstrated as the backbone for secure, modern private clouds and AI-ready applications.

• Launch of VCF Intelligence Assistant, an AI-powered chatbot to streamline troubleshooting Virtual Bytes.

• New cybersecurity features: continuous compliance, confidential computing, proactive assessments, and automated recovery via VCF Advanced Cyber Compliance Virtual Bytes.

Why Attend VMware Explore 2025?

• Centralized venue: The Venetian provides everything under one roof—sessions, labs, networking, and more vmblog.com.

• Hands-on Labs: Experiment with real-world environments like Private AI, NSX deep-dives, and VMware Cloud Foundation—with engineers leading the sessions vmblog.com.

• Strategic Timing: Held in late August, the event aligns with budget planning and product roadmaps for 2026 vmblog.com.

• Networking Power: The in-person nature of the event brings back unplanned but influential conversations—spark innovation with peers, partners, and VMUG members vmblog.com.

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