CWS-215 Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 Administration On-Premises and In Citrix Cloud

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Duration
4 days

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Course Language
English

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Centralized application and desktop delivery is one of the core tasks of modern IT. Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 enables professional control and operation of hybrid scenarios—from the local data center to the Citrix Cloud.

Key topics

Components, roles, and architecture principles.
On-premises and cloud-based deployment strategies.
User and session management.
Security policies and access control.
Analysis, maintenance, and continuous optimization.

Prerequisite
Sound knowledge of Windows Server, network technology, and virtualization.

Target audience
Administrators, system engineers, and IT managers in the virtualization environment.

Technical depth, practical scenarios, and current cloud integration strengthen sustainable skills for a powerful, secure, and scalable Citrix environment.

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Course content

Architecture Overview

Introduction to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
Overview of the architecture
Features
Hosting platform considerations
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service
Introduction to the connection flow process

Provision of the website

Notes on preparing for deployment
Setting up Citrix licensing
Setup of the Delivery Controller
Configuring and managing sites
Redundancy considerations

The apps and desktop images

Consider master image creation methods
Requirements for the master image

App and desktop resources

Catalogs and delivery groups
Provisioning methods and considerations
In-depth look at Machine Creation Services (MCS)
Aspects of the MCS environment
Resource locations

Access to app and desktop resources

Consideration of Workspace Experience versus StoreFront Workspace
Experience User Authentication
Workspace app
Communication flow

Managing the user experience

Administrative procedures for user-friendliness
General settings for user-friendliness

Presentation and administration

Published app properties
Optimizations for published applications in the server operating system
Presentation of the published app
Application groups
Presentation of applications and desktops

Print jobs for user sessions

Assigning printers to user sessions
Printer drivers
Aspects of the printing environment

Citrix profile management

Introduction and notes
Configuring Citrix Profile Management

Manage the website

Delegated administration
Using PowerShell with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
Power management considerations

Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops

Security considerations for Citrix Admin
Security aspects for XML services
Securing external HDX traffic

Website monitoring

Introduction to Citrix Director
Monitoring and interacting with user sessions
Analyzing published apps
Monitoring the machines running the VDA
Location-based general monitoring
Alerts and notifications
Optimization of Citrix Director monitoring with Citrix ADM

Support and troubleshooting

Introduction to supporting a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops site
Tools
Proactive Management Common Tasks

Migration to Citrix Cloud

Migration considerations
Citrix Cloud Connector deployment
Virtual Citrix apps and desktops with an on-premises resource location
The migration process

Citrix analysis

Introduction to Citrix Analytics
Preparing to use Citrix Analytics
Types of analytics

Your training will be 100% funded

Our funding schemes are available exclusively to participants who live or work in Germany. Funding is not available outside Germany.

For career starters, job seekers, career changers, startups, experienced professionals, those looking to advance their careers, specialists, etc.

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Frequently asked questions

What is behind CWS-215?

The focus is on the administration of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops in local data centers and in the cloud. The course covers architecture, virtual desktop provisioning, policies, security, and performance optimization in modern IT environments.

Why is Citrix virtualization currently in such high demand?

Hybrid working, centralized app delivery, and high security requirements are driving demand. Citrix solutions enable flexible, scalable IT infrastructures with controlled access from anywhere.

Which cloud topics are important?

Citrix Cloud, Cloud Connector, hybrid scenarios, and centralized management will be covered. The goal is to establish a stable connection between on-premises infrastructure and cloud services.

How practical is the administration?

Highly practical: Installation, configuration, Machine Creation Services (MCS), StoreFront, policy management, and monitoring with Director are the main focus.

What knowledge is useful?

A basic understanding of Windows Server, Active Directory, networks, and virtualization is recommended. Basic technical knowledge facilitates the comprehension of complex VDI structures.

What role does security play?

Security policies, access control, encrypted connections, and controlled resource provisioning are key components of modern Citrix environments.

What are the professional advantages?

Expertise in virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) and cloud integration strengthens the profile in IT administration, infrastructure management, and cloud engineering.

Is certification supported?

The content prepares you for the Citrix Certified Associate – Virtualization (CCA-V) exam and covers exam-relevant topics related to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7.

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