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Attendees will +walk through the latest features and enhancements, highlighting how +they improve performance, usability, and scalability. Beyond the +release notes, you’ll gain practical insights into how to apply these +updates in real-world environments - helping you get the most value +out of your CloudStack deployment. + +*__11:00 – 11:10__* + +__Coffee Break__ + +*__11:10 – 11:40__* + +__A Deep-Dive Into the Integration of CloudStack and Ceph Primary Storage [Wido den Hollander]( https://www.linkedin.com/in/widodh/) — CTO, [Your.Online](https://your.online/)__ + +This session provides a deep dive into integrating Apache CloudStack +with Ceph as primary storage - widely considered a gold standard for +organizations building reliable, open-source IaaS platforms. We’ll +explore architecture, deployment patterns, and key design +considerations for creating scalable and resilient cloud environments. + +Attendees will gain practical insights into performance optimization, +high availability, and operational best practices, along with lessons +learned from real-world experience of a decade working with both +technologies. + +*__11:40 – 12:10__* + +__Digital Sovereignty in Practice: Building a High-Performance Cloud Without Vendor Lock-In [Swen Brüseke](https://www.linkedin.com/in/swen-br%C3%BCseke-391912193/) — CEO, [ProIO]( https://www.proio.com/)__ + +Digital sovereignty is no longer just a buzzword; it has become a +critical survival strategy for enterprises. But how do you build a +cloud platform that is performant, cost-effective, and truly free from +vendor lock-in? proIO has been consistently relying on Apache +CloudStack since 2013. In this session, we will discuss why private +clouds are more relevant than ever in the current global climate and +how we push our platform to its limits as "heavy users" to deliver +premium Managed Hosting. We will provide technical insights into our +stack—from Linbit-based Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) to our +strategic partnership with ShapeBlue. Join us for a look behind the +scenes from a CloudStack Committer’s perspective on the synergy +between Open Source DNA and Enterprise requirements. + +*__12:10 – 12:40__* + +__LINSTOR as CloudStack Primary Storage: From Theory to Production War Stories [Rene Peinthor](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rene-peinthor-588b50339/) — Software Engineer, [LINBIT](https://linbit.com/)__ + +This talk will start with a theoretical introduction of LINSTOR-SDS +and will then dive into common production problems and stories we +encountered and how to avoid them. + +*__12:40 – 13:40__* + +__Lunch Break__ + +## Afternoon Sessions + +*__13:00 – 15:00__* + +Apache CloudStack for Beginners – Workshop A dedicated hands-on +workshop designed for newcomers and those looking to strengthen their +Apache CloudStack fundamentals. Participants will learn core +architecture concepts, deployment basics, and practical operational +guidance. + +*__13:40 – 14:10__* + +__Kubernetes is Not the New VM: Choosing the Right Abstraction for Modern Infrastructure [Stoil Stoilov](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stoil-stoilov/) — Senior DevOps Engineer, [StorPool Storage](https://storpool.com/)__ + +In this talk, we challenge the “Kubernetes replaces VMs” myth and +instead present a practical, operator-focused framework for deciding +when to use Kubernetes and when to rely on virtual machines—especially +in CloudStack environments. We will explore the fundamental +differences between VMs and containers, including isolation +boundaries, lifecycle management, networking models, and operational +complexity. Through real-world scenarios, we’ll highlight where +Kubernetes excels (cloud-native workloads, horizontal scaling, +stateless services) and where VMs remain the better choice (stateful +systems, legacy applications, strong isolation requirements, +predictable performance). Finally, we’ll discuss how CloudStack users +can combine both paradigms effectively—using VMs as the foundation and +Kubernetes as a workload layer—rather than treating them as competing +technologies. + +*__14:20 – 14:50__* + +__Safeguarding Apache CloudStack – Data Protection & Recovery Powered by Commvault [Ruben Renders]( https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubenrenders/) — Solutions Director, MSP & Sovereign Solutions, [Commvault](https://www.commvault.com/)__ + +Explore how Commvault enhances Apache CloudStack with enterprise-grade +data protection and recovery. Attendees will gain insight into +Commvault’s broader portfolio while learning how to build a strong +foundation for cyber resilience; supported by a demo and practical +implementation blueprints. + +*__14:50 – 15:15__* + +__Coffee Break__ + +*__15:15 – 15:45__* + +__CloudStack Multisite Networking [Noa Omer](https://www.linkedin.com/in/noa-omer/?originalSubdomain=nl) — Platform Engineer, [Cyso Group](https://cyso.com/en/)__ + +In this session, Noa, Platform Engineer at Cyso Cloud, presents how +Cyso deploys Apache CloudStack to establish multisite networking +across two geographically distributed regions. The presentation covers +cross-region zone interconnectivity, network fabric design, and +routing configuration, alongside an honest account of the operational +complexities encountered and the outcomes achieved. + +*__15:55 – 16:30__* + +__From VMware to CloudStack/KVM: A Structured Migration Strategy with Minimal Downtime [Ingo Jochim](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingo-jochim/?locale=en_US), Head of Cloud Architecture & [Prashanth Reddy](https://www.linkedin.com/in/prashanth-mandadi-reddy/), Cloud Architect — ShapeBlue__ + +As organizations look to reduce vendor lock-in and regain control over +their infrastructure, migrating from VMware to open-source platforms +like Apache CloudStack with KVM is becoming an increasingly relevant +path. However, such migrations require careful planning to ensure +reliability, continuity, and minimal disruption to workloads. + +This talk presents a structured, practical approach to migrating +virtualized environments from VMware to CloudStack/KVM. It covers the +full migration lifecycle, starting with environment discovery and +detailed documentation, followed by planning and technical +preparation. Attendees will learn how to validate the migration +process through controlled + +test migrations before executing large-scale mass migrations. + +A key focus of the session is achieving migrations with minimal +downtime. The presentation will explore techniques such as warm +migration, performing an initial bulk data transfer in advance, and +executing a short cutover window using delta synchronization to +transfer only the final changes. + +## Join Us on 21 May + +Whether you're new to Apache CloudStack or an experienced operator, this event offers valuable insights, technical learning, and networking opportunities. + +Register now and meet the community on *21 May* for a day of learning, collaboration, and Apache CloudStack innovation. + +The event is supported by ShapeBlue, Cyso Group and CBS – Statistics Netherlands.