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Exam Information
Official specifications published by VMware
Exam Format
130 min
59
300
Professional
Registration
$250 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English
Validity
2 years
Pass a current VCP exam in the same or different solution track; Pass a VCAP Deploy or Design exam; Pass a VMware Specialist exam
2V0-31-24 Exam Topics and Domains
2V0-31-24 is organized into 4 weighted domains. Expect to work with Cloud Assembly, Service Broker, Code Stream, Identity Manager, and more.
1
Architecture and Technologies
15%
Architecture of VMware Aria Automation
Core Components and ServicesDeployment Models
- Describe the architecture of VMware Aria Automation
- Identify different deployment models and their use cases
- Understand component interactions and dependencies
VMware Aria Automation vs VMware Aria Automation SaaS
Architectural Differences
- Describe the architectural differences between on-premises and SaaS deployments
- Understand proxy requirements for SaaS connectivity
Services offered by VMware Aria Automation
Core Services
- Describe the services offered by VMware Aria Automation
- Understand the purpose and capabilities of each service
2
Installing, Configuring, and Setup
35%
Deployment Types
Standard vs Clustered Deployments
- Identify the different types of VMware Aria Automation deployments
- Choose appropriate deployment model based on requirements
Pre-requisites and Installation
Installation PrerequisitesInstallation Methods
- Prepare the prerequisites for installation
- Perform installation using different methods
- Configure VMware Aria Automation post-installation
Identity and Access Management
Identity SourcesRBAC Configuration
- Configure identity sources
- Implement role-based access control
- Apply security best practices
Cloud Infrastructure Configuration
Cloud AccountsCloud ZonesProjects
- Set up cloud accounts including NSX constructs
- Configure cloud zones and projects
- Implement resource governance
Infrastructure Mappings
Image and Flavor MappingsNetwork and Storage Profiles
- Configure image and flavor mappings
- Create network and storage profiles
- Implement infrastructure abstraction
Integrations and Extensions
Native IntegrationsAction Based Extensibility (ABX)
- Configure native integrations
- Implement extensibility using ABX
- Integrate with external systems
Advanced Configuration
Tags and Custom NamingVMware Aria Automation ConfigVMware Aria Automation Pipelines
- Configure tags and custom naming
- Set up VMware Aria Automation Config
- Implement pipeline automation
3
Troubleshooting and Repairing
15%
Log Collection and Analysis
Log Bundle Collection
- Collect and analyze log bundles
- Use command-line tools for troubleshooting
Command-Line Tools
vracli and kubectl
- Use vracli for administration
- Apply kubectl for container management
Configuration and Provisioning Errors
Configuration TroubleshootingProvisioning Failures
- Troubleshoot configuration errors
- Resolve provisioning failures
- Validate cloud templates
Monitoring and Diagnostics
Deployment MonitoringWorkflow Monitoring
- Monitor deployments effectively
- Analyze workflow execution
- Use diagnostic tools
Proxy Troubleshooting
Cloud Proxy Issues
- Troubleshoot proxy connectivity
- Resolve SaaS connection issues
4
Administrative and Operational Tasks
35%
Day-to-Day Administration
Resource ManagementInfrastructure Management
- Manage day-to-day operations
- Maintain infrastructure mappings
- Optimize resource usage
Cloud Template Management
Template CreationTemplate VersioningTemplate Customization
- Create and manage cloud templates
- Implement versioning
- Customize deployments
Service Broker Operations
Catalog ManagementDeployment Operations
- Manage service catalog
- Deploy and manage resources
- Implement Day 2 operations
Governance and Policies
Policy ManagementCost Management
- Implement governance policies
- Manage costs and budgets
- Enforce compliance
Advanced Operations
Kubernetes ManagementExtensibility Management
- Manage Kubernetes environments
- Implement extensibility
- Integrate custom workflows
System Maintenance
Lifecycle ManagementSystem Configuration
- Maintain system health
- Perform upgrades and patches
- Configure system settings
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 2V0-31-24 earns the VMware Certified Professional - Cloud Management and Automation (VCP-CMA) certification. It sits in the Cloud Management and Automation track.
Next Level Options
- 3V0-31.24 - Advanced Deploy VMware Aria Automation
- 3V0-32.23 - Advanced Design VMware Cloud Management and Automation
Alternative Paths
- 2V0-32.24 - VMware Cloud Operations 8.x Professional V2Complementary operations management skills
- 2V0-21.23 - VMware vSphere 8.x ProfessionalFoundation infrastructure knowledge
- 2V0-41.24 - VMware NSX 4.x Professional V2Network automation and security skills
- 2V0-51.23 - VMware Horizon 8.x ProfessionalDesktop and application virtualization
- 2V0-13.24 - VMware Cloud Foundation ArchitectHybrid cloud architecture skills
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-03-13
- Announcement date: 2023-12-01
Updates
- Kubernetes Integration 1.28+ Enhanced Kubernetes zones and cluster management questions • Release date: 2024-06-01
- Terraform Provider 0.8.0 Infrastructure as Code scenarios using Terraform • Release date: 2024-05-15
- REST API 2024.1 API-driven automation and integration questions • Release date: 2024-04-01
- ABX Python Runtime 3.10 Updated Python version for Action Based Extensibility • Release date: 2024-03-01
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Cloud Administrators and Cloud Architects.
- 6-12 months hands-on experience with VMware Aria Automation
- Experience with virtualization concepts
- Basic cloud computing knowledge
- Understanding of infrastructure as code
- Familiarity with YAML
- Basic networking and storage concepts