The evolution of the IT sector and the growth of hybrid environments and lightweight virtualization are driving the demand for open, powerful, and accessible solutions. In this context, Proxmox VE (Virtual Environment) has established itself as a viable alternative to traditional platforms like VMware or Hyper-V, especially in private cloud deployments, edge computing, and enterprise labs.
Now, Proxmox Server Solutions GmbH has announced a strategic change in the naming of its official training courses, aiming to better align the names with the content and facilitate understanding of its training proposal, without altering the quality or validity of existing certificates.
🆕 Changes in Course Names
Starting in May 2025, the official courses will be renamed as follows:
| Old Name | Updated New Name |
|---|---|
| Proxmox VE Installation and Administration | Proxmox VE Deployment and Management |
| Proxmox VE Advanced | Proxmox VE Clustering and Shared Storage |
This change does not affect the technical content or practical focus of the courses, which remain centered on training IT professionals in the efficient management of high-availability virtualized environments, shared storage, and clustering.
✅ What Does This Change Mean for Students?
According to the company:
- Certificates already issued remain valid. There is no need to retake the course or update existing titles.
- Active promotions remain in effect, including the popular Training Plus program, which offers a 20% discount on commercial subscriptions if purchased within two months after training.
- There are no changes to access to content, materials, or support, whether online or in-person.
🎯 What Will Students Learn in These Courses?
Both courses continue to be structured with a practical focus, led by certified instructors. The syllabus includes, among other topics:
🧱 Proxmox VE Deployment and Management
- Installation and basic configuration of the Proxmox VE environment
- Creation and management of virtual machines and containers (LXC)
- Management of snapshots, backups, and restorations
- Integration of local and external storage
- Configuration of networks and secure access
🌐 Proxmox VE Clustering and Shared Storage
- Creation and management of HA (high availability) clusters
- Implementation of shared storage with Ceph or NFS/iSCSI
- Live migration of VMs between nodes
- Advanced monitoring and automation of the cluster
- Conflict resolution, fencing, and recovery after failures
🧠 Critical Training for Cloud and Edge Environments
Proxmox’s official training is not only useful for system administrators. It is also highly relevant for:
- DevOps Engineers seeking reproducible and automatable environments.
- R&D Teams needing lightweight and modular testing environments.
- MSPs and private cloud providers implementing hyper-converged solutions without restrictive licensing costs.
- Business continuity specialists, thanks to their support for HA clusters and scheduled backups.
📉 In the Face of VMware’s Licensing Model
This decision comes at a time when many companies are evaluating their reliance on traditional virtualization providers, following changes in VMware’s licensing model since the acquisition by Broadcom. Proxmox, remaining an open-source solution with a transparent support and training policy, is increasingly seen as an attractive option.
🧾 Conclusion
The name change in Proxmox’s official courses is more than just an aesthetic decision: it addresses the need to simplify the training proposal and make it more accessible in a rapidly evolving environment of free virtualization adoption. For those managing virtualized infrastructures, high-availability clusters, or edge deployments on tight budgets, this training represents a solid gateway to a growing ecosystem.
via: Proxmox training