Hey everyone, let me share some awesome news, I’ve just been awarded the VMware vExpert 2024 for the eighth year in a row! 🏆🎉

Now, if you’re scratching your head wondering what exactly that means, don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. Essentially, the VMware vExpert program is like the club for folks who are really into VMware technologies. And guess what? I’m super honored to be part of that club, especially for the eighth time running!

First things first, I gotta give a massive shoutout to VMware / Broadcom and the amazing vExpert Team. Seriously, these folks are like the unsung heroes behind the scenes, making sure the VMware community stays vibrant and buzzing with excitement. Without their hard work and dedication, none of this would be possible.

I’ve met some incredible folks along the way, fellow vExperts who have become friends, mentors, and colleagues at ITQ, and most importantly, we’ve learned from each other.

So, what does eight years of vExpert status mean to me? Well, for starters, it’s a reminder to never stop pushing myself, to keep learning, growing, and evolving as a technologist. Whether I’m writing blog posts, giving talks at conferences, or just hanging out in the VMware community Slack channel, I’m always looking for ways to give back and pay it forward.

And of course, none of this would be possible without the support of my family, friends, and colleagues. You guys are the real MVPs, always cheering me on, even when I’m knee-deep in a particularly gnarly ESXi upgrade.

So here’s to another year of virtualization adventures, of pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with VMware technologies, and most importantly, of being part of an incredible community that I’m proud to call home.

Thanks again to VMware and the vExpert Team for this amazing honor. Let’s make the next eight years even more epic!

See you next time! 🙂 Thanks for reading my blog.