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Citrix - Moving to the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktop Service on Citrix Cloud with Microsoft Azure

Duration:

Only 4 Days

Method:

Classroom / Online / Hybrid

Next date:

24/6/2024 (Monday)

Overview

On this accelerated Moving to the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktop Service on Citrix Cloud with Microsoft Azure course, you will learn to navigate the move from an on-premises environment into Citrix Cloud and learn to deploy resource locations onto Microsoft Azure. Learn the architecture, communications, and management of Citrix Cloud and the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service and then migrate existing infrastructure and settings into Citrix Cloud. If you are planning a move to Citrix Cloud or starting out anew, this course is a necessary step in enabling you with the right training and skills to understand, manage, and deliver successfully. Plan machine catalog and virtual machine design based in Microsoft’s public cloud and deploy those machines using Machine Creation Services. Learn to configure the access layer as a service within Citrix Cloud, as managed machines in your datacenter, or on the Azure platform.

Upon completion of this course you will learn to:

Understand the differences between Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops on-premises and the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service
How to install, configure, and manage Citrix Cloud Connectors
Deploy and manage Virtual Delivery Agent machines to on-premises resource locations as well as in Microsoft Azure using MCS
Integrate Citrix Cloud and Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktopswith Microsoft Azure Active Directory

At the end of this course, you’ll achieve your Moving to the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktop Service on Citrix Cloud with Microsoft Azure certification.

Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology you’ll certify at twice the speed of traditional training and get access to courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

40% faster

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Audience

This course is for experienced IT Professionals familiar with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7.x in an on-premises environment moving to the Citrix Cloud and deploying their Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops workloads on Microsoft Azure.

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Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Citrix Cloud

What is Citrix Cloud
Citrix Cloud Services
Citrix Cloud Operation and Architecture
Citrix Cloud Administration

Module 2: Citrix Cloud Connectors

Cloud Connector Architecture
Installing and configuring Citrix Cloud Connectors
Securing Citrix Cloud Connectors
Citrix Cloud with Multiple Domains

Module 3: Introduction to the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service

Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Deployment Models
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service with On-Premises Resources
Configuring the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service
Delivering Apps and Desktop to End-Users Using
On-Premises Resources with MCS

Module 4: Managing the Citrix Virtual Apps and mDesktops Service

Citrix Studio and Director
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Remote PowerShell SDK
Managing Multiple Resource Locations
Using PVS with the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Services

Module 5: Providing Access in Citrix Cloud

Selecting Between Workspace Experience and On-premises StoreFront
Consideration for NetScaler Gateway Locations
User Authentication

Module 6: Operations and Support in Citrix Cloud

Citrix Smart Tools
Cloud Connector Operations
Monitoring your Environment

Module 7: Public Cloud Considerations

General Public Cloud Considerations
Microsoft Azure as a Citrix Cloud Resource Location (Lecture only)
Amazon Web Services as a Citrix Cloud Resource Location (Lecture only)

Module 8: On-Premises Migration to the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service

Citrix Cloud Migration Options and Considerations
Migrating Machine Catalogs and Delivery Groups
Migrating Policies and Settings
Considerations for Migrating to a Public Cloud

Module 9: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops on Azure Overview

Defining IAAS
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Azure Deployment Models
Azure Fundamentals Review
Azure Management
Azure Locations

Module 10: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Integration with Azure Active Directory

Active Directory Basics
Active Directory Usage
Connecting On-premises Active Directory to Azure
Azure Role Based Access Control
Azure Locations

Module 11: Connecting to Microsoft Azure

Azure Connectivity
Cloud Connectors in Azure
Creating Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Host Connections to Azure

Module 12: Deploying Apps and Desktops using Machine Creation Services

Master Image Preparation
Machine Creation Services in Azure
Considerations for Deploying onto Azure

Module 13: Providing Access to End Users

StoreFront Locations
NetScaler Locations
Multiple Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Zones in Azure Regions

Module 14: Maintaining Infrastructure and VDAs in Microsoft Azure

Maintaining Infrastructure
Maintaining Resources
Power Management

Module 15: Plan for a Successful POC

Planning your next steps

Exam Track

At the end of this accelerated course, you’ll achieve your Moving to the Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktop Service on Citrix Cloud with Microsoft Azure Certification.

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Before attending this accelerated course, you will have experience deploying and managing Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7.x in on-premises environment.

Basic knowledge of the Microsoft Azure platform including:

Virtual machine management
Storage
Azure Resource Manager portals
Networking

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

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