Larry Smith Jr.

Exploring and sharing practical insights on virtualization, cloud technologies, automation, and DevOps. My mission is to empower others to build, automate, and innovate with confidence.

Everything Should Be Virtual - Virtualization, Automation, Infrastructure

VMworld 2012 Day 1-1

August 27, 2012 less than 1 minute read

I almost forgot to throw out props to Sophos formerly Astaro. The new UTM 9 is the best yet. I have been using their ASG product for a few years now. I highl...

VMworld 2012 Day 1

August 27, 2012 2 minute read

So after the first day there are some very exciting things coming to vSphere 5.1 that I have heard so far. Some exciting news around vDS which adds managemen...

VMworld 2012 Welcome Reception Highlights

August 26, 2012 1 minute read

I had a great time at the VMworld 2012 Welcome Reception. Talked to several great people and companies. Many Brilliant technologies and ways of the future. I...

VMworld 2012 - All Registered

August 26, 2012 less than 1 minute read

I am all registered and ready to go. Wait for the On Hands Labs was several hours. So I just took a few pics instead. Looking forward to heading back up ther...

My agenda for VMworld 2012

August 25, 2012 2 minute read

Here is a copy of my agenda that I will be attending, and providing feedback on. I plan on trying to fit some others in the open slots too, but not sure what...