The VMware Certified Design Expert - Data Center Virtualization 2024 (VCDX-DCV 2024) certification validates an individual's advanced knowledge and skills in gathering and interpreting requirements, planning, creating, documenting, testing and defending an implementable VMware vSphere-based design that meets customer objectives and constraints. This certification is intended for experienced professionals who are experts in data center virtualization technologies. Job-roles associated with this certification include solution architects, design architects, and consultants.
Review and understand the blueprint. Select and build a design, based on the guidance in the handbook. Submit and pass the application and design review. Successfully defend your submitted design against three panelists (75 minutes) and design a solution to a randomly provided scenario (45 minutes).
Prerequisites
- Earn the VCP-DCV 2024
- Earn the VCIX-DCV 2024 Badge (Or have a VCIX-NV 2021 or 2022 or 2023)
Exams and recommended training
If you hold VCDX-DCV;
Attend one of the following training courses:
- VMware vSphere: Design [V7]
- VMware vSphere: Design [V8] (VSD8)
Pass the qualifying exam:
- VMware vSphere 8.x Advanced Design (3VO-21.23)