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New Developer Center Blog Link: http://blogs.vmware.com/developer - Where did the vSphere SNMP MIB Modules go ?

heyitspablo — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:39:51 GMT

Folks,

Just wanted everyone to know we have put the VMware vSphere SNMP MIB Modules
in the http://communities.vmware.com/community/developer/forums/managementapi

The MIB modules are for use with ESX/ESXi and vCenter. These MIB modules support all ESX, ESXi and vCenter product releases through version 4.0.

Announcing the VMware Coffee Talk Live Webinars - First Wed. of the Month 9:00 am - 10:00 am PST

heyitspablo — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 00:30:40 GMT

Please Note: We will continue to update this post with latest webinar information, for all new VMware SDK API information visit us on our new Blog platform @ http://blogs.vmware.com/developer

Welcome to our VMware Coffee Talk Live Webinars. The goal of our webinars is to communicate latest information about our SDKs and Toolkits to our developers and scripters integrating and automating with the vSphere platform. Our meetings will be held the first Wednesday of the month from 9:00 am – 10:00 am PST. We will also be recording these sessions for folks that cannot attend. Visit our calendar on vmwareapis@gmail.com for latest sessions and be sure to invite a friend.

About our live webinars We will be using Web Ex for our events this means that some of the folks out there might need to download the Web Ex client. Our recorded sessions and pdfs will be posted here as well. These webinars are a great opportunity for you to meet our Product Management and Engineering teams and ask your questions. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Topic	Day	Registration Information	Presentation, WebinarLinks
What is new with vSphere Web Services SDK Deep Dive with Balaji Parimi\ Part 1	Wed May 6th, 2009	Completed	vSphereSDK_NewFeatures-5-6-09.pdf Webinar recording Link\
What is new with vSphere Web Services SDK Best Practices with Balaji Parimi\ Part 2	Friday May 8th, 2009	Completed	vSphereSDK_BestPractices.pdf Webinar recording Link\
PowerCLI - What is new in PowerCLI by Carter Shanklin	Wed June 3rd, 2009	Completed	PDF, Slides, Sample Code Link\ Webinar recording link\
Special Event - VMware Studio 2.0 - Matthew Ford\	Wed June 24th, 2009	Completed	Studio-CoffeeTalk-final.pdf Webinar recording link\
VMware Virtual Disk Development Kit - VDDK 1.1 - Sudarsan Piduri\	Wed July 1st, 2009	Completed	vddk-coffee-talk.pdf Webinar recording\
Extending PowerCLI to Enterprise Applications with Virtualization EcoShell - Scott Herold	Wed August 5th, 2009	Completed	Virtualization EcoShell.pdf Webinar recording Link\
Best of Technology Exchange - Developer Day	Wed Sept 2nd 2009	TBD	TBD
vCenter Orchestrator APIs	October 7th 2009	TBD	TBD

Introduction to the vSphere SDK (VI SDK) in Java and C#

ddeeths — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 14:33:12 GMT

We wanted to let you know we ran a very successful vSphere SDK lab at [Partner Exchange / Tech Exchange a few weeks ago in Orlando. For those of you who missed the event, I'm posting the manuals and code files. Going through the lab is a great way to get started with the API and includes handy sample code for modification or inclusion in your own programs.

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The lab covers both the Java and C# versions of the VI SDK and uses the vSphere Web Services SDK 4.0 (formerly VI SDK 4.0). Though the lab doesn't cover any vSphere-specific features, I haven't tested it with VI SDK 2.5 and it will probably require some minor modification. For scripters that would prefer an introduction to the vSphere Perl SDK (formerly the VI Perl Toolkit) or the vSphere PowerCLI (formerly VI Toolkit for Windows), I posted a similar lab for those in an earlier blog post.

Exercises cover all the basics for using the SDK:
* Understanding managed objects and data objects
* Connecting to the VI API webservice
* getting the properties of managed objects using the PropertyCollector
* Using the SearchIndex
* Finding objects using TraversalSpecs
* Finding objects based on arbitrary criteria
* Collecting properties of multiple objects at the same time
* Understanding performance differences in some basic property collection strategies
* Monitoring properties for changes
* Monitoring tasks for completion
* Gathering performance statistics

There's obviously a lot more to do in the SDK, but once you've mastered those basic skills, most of the rest of the SDK is just an extension of what you already know. The exercises on collecting multiple objects properties at the same time and understanding performance differences due to property collector strategies cover some common problems I see with the management ecosystem partners I handle and are a great review for anyone trying to make sure their SDK code scales well.

A few things to note: I didn't update the doc with the new names of the various API components... I wrote the lab while those names were still under development. Also, I want to thank the other folks who helped put this lab together: Balaji Parimi (who wrote the Java code), Rajesh Kamal (who wrote the C# code), Alton Yu, John Kennedy, Paul Vasquez, and Steve Jin.

While most of the code handles errors gracefully and follows best practices, I’d like to point out that the code here is designed to teach concepts, not to be “enterprise ready”.

Its official - VMware Developer Day @ VMworld 2009 SF CA - event dedicated to software developers

heyitspablo — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:28:09 GMT

Folks,

Just wanted to clarify - event will be held in the Moscone Center in SF and not the Cal Academy of Sciences ;( I put this picture here because i think it would be a nice place to visit for anyone that is traveling from out of town - but I do agree this would be a SUPERB venue for a Developer Day.

Please save the date for VMware's first Developer Day @ VMworld 2009 - Monday August 31, 2009 in San Francisco CA.

We will be publishing session and registration information in a couple of weeks, but can provide some general information.

o 1 Day event dedicated for software developers building solutions for the VMware platform

o TAP membership is not required, or purchase of full VMworld Conference Pass

o There will be a Tech Exchange - TAP Track for Product Roadmaps (NDA - TAP membership required to attend)

o Sessions will range from vSphere SDKs to vCloud APIs - please stay tuned for session updates

o We will have plenty of demos and opportunity to meet with our R&D teams

Wanted to thank the community for your support and please keep the feedback coming. If you have ideas on what you would like to see please let us know and look forward to meeting the community members.

Nice picture below of the California Academy of Sciences - great destination for anyone that has not visited. They also have a great restaurant and Bar. My house is the little one under the television tower on the hillside - (which might explain my sense of humor and hair loss

Developer Center Blog is moving to a new platform..

heyitspablo — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 20:55:00 GMT

Folks, we are going to be moving over to a new platform in the next few days.

Please bookmark

http://blogs.vmware.com/developer

VMware Developer Center - Welcomes Orchestrator API Developers

heyitspablo — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:38:40 GMT

Folks,

We just created an Orchestrator API community and welcome all VMware vCenter Orchestrator API developers to participate and help us build a robust community. Please join us, participate and share.

http://communities.vmware.com/community/developer/orchestrator

Regards,

Pablo

VMware Developer Day - Registration is open !

heyitspablo — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:21:06 GMT

Folks,

Just wanted to let everyone know registration is open for VMworld Developer Day. We will be publishing Session and Demo details in a few days. Note event is open to all, and even better you get a FREE vSphere Standard License as part of the package of goodies.. more details to come.

VMware Developer Day:
http://communities.vmware.com/community/developer/techexchange

Registration Info:
http://communities.vmware.com/community/developer/techexchange/register

Regards,
Pablo

PS. As a random side note in case you plan to see the sites in SF before the event The King Tut exhibit is open and worth the effort to see.

VMware vSphere & VI 3.x Management Survey - Cool prizes 1- VMworld Pass, 1- iPod 8 GB Touch

heyitspablo — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:15:19 GMT

Folks,

We have put together a survey to help us understand what your needs are from a vSphere Management perspective. The survey is targeted at folks that manage and write management applications for vSphere, VI 3.x environments.

Please take our survey - click here

The goal of this survey is to better understand which applications (commercial or in-house developed) you use or develop to manage the VMware vSphere Platform. We need your feedback as it will help us understand which 3rd party vendors or tools VMware needs to focus on.

This survey should take approximately 22 minutes to complete.

We will be awarding great prizes to lucky winners.

Grand Prize - 1 Full Conference Pass to VMworld San Francisco 2009
First Prize is - 1 iPod Touch 8GB

Winners will be chosen in a random drawing

Please review the contest rules, terms, and conditions below.

Contest Information and Rules

o Survey Starts: June 17, 2009 11:59 PM PST
o Closes: Monday August 3rd, 2009 10:00 PM CST
o Winners will be announced on the Developer Center Blog: Friday August 7th 2009
o VMware employees are excluded from entering
o One entry per person
o Raffle participants must fully complete survey
o Winners will be chosen at random by VMware
o You must provide a valid corporate email address - no personal email addresses please
o This contest is for VMware customers, there is no purchase necessary to participate
o Terms and Conditions

VMware vSphere SDKs and Toolkits have landed !

heyitspablo — Thu, 21 May 2009 21:24:40 GMT

Folks,

We are extremely happy to announce the availability of our VMware vSphere SDKs and Toolkits to support the relase of the vSphere platform.

Congratulations to the teams around the world working day and night to make this happen.

New SDKs & Toolkits released today

VMware vSphere Web Services SDK 4.0

VMware vSphere Guest SDK 4.0

VMware Virtual Disk Development Kit 1.1

VMware CIM SDK 4.0

VMware SDK for Perl 4.0

VMware vSphere Client Plug-ins

VMware vSphere CLI 4.0

VMware vSphere PowerCLI 4.0

VMware vSphere Management Assistant 4.0

VMware Open Virtual Format Tool 1.0

Changes to our site:

o Creation of dedicated community style product pages. Product pages have links to Documentation, Discussions and community contributed documents.

o Added Events Calendar for exclusive developer / administrator topics - visit our VMware Coffee Talk Webinars for more info

o Consolidated our Community Contributed & VMware Sample Code into one site we call Code Central

o Updated the VMware Icons for the vSphere platform

Becoming a PowerCLI expert just got easier and cheaper…

heyitspablo — Thu, 07 May 2009 16:19:23 GMT

Folks we are excited that Hal’s book “Managing VMware Infrastructure with Windows PowerShell: TFM®” just hit the streets and we have been able to secure a 10% discount for our users out there looking to ramp up on their PowerShell skills.

SAPIENPress is offering a 10% off coupon for both ebook and print formats of Managing VMware Infrastructure with Windows PowerShell: TFM®.

Visit ScriptingOutpost.com with the coupon code VMTAP10 to receive your 10% discount.

Postcard from Orlando Florida - VMware Technology Exchange - 2009

heyitspablo — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 01:28:54 GMT

Postcard from Orlando Florida - VMware Technology Exchange 2009

VMware Technology Exchange is a great event where our Technology Alliance Partners (TAP) ISVs/IHVs get together to hear about integration opportunities, and get latest product roadmap information from VMware R&D, and Product Management. This year we combined the Technology Exchange event with our Partner Exchange event. The thinking is that it would be good to have our TAP ISVs/IHVs meet with our Sales Partners to help foster the discussions around opportunities and solutions.

. . Just so there is no confusion VMware Technology Exchange is for ISVs/IHVs who are Technology Alliance Partners TAP Members and content is very specific to ISV/IHV topics. Partner Exchange is geared more for our Sales Partners who want to learn latest sales information.

For ISVs/IHV interested in participating in future events they should consider joining the TAP Program - Access level is no charge. Next event will be during VMworld 2009 in San Francisco.

Some post card notes...

First day of event was exciting as we had Tod N. and Rick J. open up the event with their keynotes. There was plenty of energy in the air as we had hundreds of ISVs/ IHVs VAC, Channel Partners in one room thinking about virtualization solutions and opportunities in this exciting space... Sorry no photos - I left my camera at Kimonos Karoake Bar the night before (long story)

Technology Exchange Track Wed April 15 - Day 1

Some of the top sessions for Day 1 included:

VI-09 vCenter Roadmap
VI-04 Architecture for Successful VMware Integration
VI-05 VI SDK Best Practices
ST-03 Partner opportunities in Storage Management
SEC-01 Update on Security Directions
.
We ended the day with a great reception / pool party. No photos available but can happily say we did not have anyone fall into the pool. I do think the Mojitos were over the top and the food was excellent.

VMware Technology Exchange April 16th 2009 Day 2

We started the day with Preetham going into detail of our SDK roadmaps and what is coming with our next generation SDKs. We saw there were a lot of folks new to the VI SDK and hope the material was useful to them.

Some of the top sessions for Day 2

VI-02 SDKs and APIs for successful integration. Balaji provided some great insight into ensuring your applications are designed correctly to ensure stability and performance. Balaji did a great job on new features and use case. Don't worry we have asked Balaji to present in our new live webinar program to be announced soon.....

VI-05 Host and Guest Memory usage by Kit Colbert . Kit knocked this out of the park as usual. The most interesting request from audience was to do this session Karoake style.. not sure what it means but will add this to the list of hmmmmm.. We did record this and will be making it available for our folks out there.

VI-03 Application Performance Monitoring through APIs . This was a great follow on session to Kits as it goes into details about how to use Performance Counters, how to look at performance data when building monitoring applications. This will also be made available on video, please check the VMware Developer Center Blog for updates on all videos coming.

There were plenty of great sessions for new and existing TAP members, please send me feedback on what you would like to see in our next event. Send me a PM to heyitspablo

Thanks for attending event, and look forward to seeing everyone in sunny San Francisco for VMworld 2009. We are looking at making the Technology Exchange Track part of the VMworld Track. - You will still need to be an TAP member as our roadmap sessions are under NDA.

Much Regards,
Pablo Roesch

What is new in vSphere SDKs &Toolkits....

heyitspablo — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 01:26:32 GMT

Folks - we are very excited about what is new in our SDKs and Toolkits and encourage everyone to start asking questions and discussing the APIs / Toolkits you used during the Beta and Release Candidate Programs.

First thing you need to know is that we have changed the names to support the vSphere platform. See chart below.

Audience	VI 3.X	vSphere 4.0
Developer	VI SDK	vSphere Web Services SDK
Developer	VI Perl Toolkit	vSphere SDK for Perl
Developer	VI SDK for Java (Tech Preview)	vSphere SDK for Java (Tech Preview)
Developer	Guest SDK	vSphere Guest SDK
Administrator	VI Toolkit for Windows	vSphere PowerCLI
Administrator	VI RCLI	vSphere vCLI
Administrator	VI Management Assistant	vSphere Management Assistant

Our SDKs and Toolkits support the new vSphere features and are backward compatible with your applications you have written for VI 3.x (from VI SDK 2.5 and up). (Warning I am in marketing - but if you have run into any compat. issues please let us know)

We will also be making some website changes and will keep the community posted as we progress.

In terms of availability we will be releasing our SDKs and Toolkits at the same time as the vSphere platform releases.

Thanks for your support - please keep the feedback coming and leverage our communities to share ideas, get answers.

One more thing in terms of RC access, please work with your local VMware representative for access. TAP Partners should use the http://www.vmware.com/partners/tap-vi-beta.html?elq=29193AF14EA640589E1C76856F80692C

Regards,
Pablo Roesch
http://vmware.com/developer

VMware Corporate Icons - Really nice icons for you to use in your PPT ;)

heyitspablo — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:09:16 GMT

Folks,

I published the VMware Product Icons a few weeks ago for you to use within your products, I hope they were useful for you.

Now the amazing Tera S. from our Art Department has made available some really nice icons to use within your ppt presentations

PPT and Guidelines included within the ZIP File... Happy Power Pointing These ppt are also included in the VIOPS site but thought it would be good to make them available here as well.

Performance Monitoring for TAP Partners - another great reason to attend our upcoming Tech Exchange

heyitspablo — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 21:09:49 GMT

(image borrowed from http://www.fiveruns.com/images/developers.png?1234384652)

Folks,

Thought it would be good to highlight some sessions that might be of interest to our TAP partners building performance monitoring applications...

Preetham will provide an introduction and update on what is new and exciting with our SDK and APIs.
Session Title: SDKs and APIs - Tools for Successful Integration with the Next Generation of VMware Infrastructure
ID: VI-02 (1hr)

Our experts from Co Dev team will be providing some lessons learned and best practices...
Session Title: VI SDK Usage Best Practices and Upcoming Features
ID: VI-05 (1hr)

This is the first time Kit will be presenting to our TAP partners and should be a sell out,, register early
Session Title: Understanding "Host" and "Guest" Memory Usage and Other VI Memory Statistics
ID: VI-06

Ravi and Preetham will be providing a deeper dive into our monitoring APIs
**Session Title:**Application Performance Monitoring through VI APIs
ID: VI-03 (1hr)

This will be an awesome Lab !
Lab Title: VI SDK Programming: Automating, Integrating, and Extending the VDC-OS
ID: HOLSDK (2hr 15min)Hands On Lab

There are plenty of more sessions - please take a look Complete Agenda

Registration and more Event Info

VMware vCenter Lab Manager SDKs join the VMware Developer Community

heyitspablo — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 22:38:53 GMT

Folks,

Exciting things happening in our community !

We have just created a nice comfortable place where all Lab Manager developers can share ideas, contribute and build a strong vibrant ecosystem. Please join us.
http://communities.vmware.com/community/developer/labmanager

Pablo Roesch