Overview

In today’s digitally driven landscape, securing data while maintaining portability is a critical need for organizations of all sizes. The course "Build Secure Transportable Data Center with VMware" introduces learners to the concept of building portable, secure, and efficient data centers using VMware technologies. By leveraging compact hardware like mini-PC platforms and industry-standard virtualization tools, this course empowers professionals to create dynamic, scalable infrastructure solutions that can be deployed across diverse environments. Understanding VMware and related deployment tools is essential for IT professionals seeking to deliver reliable services in remote or resource-constrained settings.

This course begins with an exploration of Mini-PC hardware and hypervisors, setting a foundation for understanding how to virtualize efficiently on compact platforms. Learners are then introduced to VMware Workstation Player 16 and VMware ESXi, including step-by-step installation guidance. The curriculum progresses into real-world use cases, starting with the deployment of remote web services using Terraform and Cloud-Init. In subsequent modules, learners implement security analytics through the deployment of Security Onion, and gain hands-on experience with red teaming tools such as Kali Linux, Metasploit, and various exploit labs. The course concludes with a comprehensive bonus section that demonstrates full deployment of web services, Security Onion, and Kali in a lab environment.

By course end, you'll master secure data center deployment using VMware, integrate infrastructure automation, and confidently execute red and blue team labs.