In this episode of the Nutanix Community Podcast, we sit down with longtime Nutanix Technology Champion and NCX-certified expert Todd Burris to talk about what it really means to build smarter.

Todd shares his journey from healthcare IT to mastering Nutanix design at scale — including how he tackled the intense NCX certification process, the power of teamwork and mentorship, and how he’s using APIs and automation to simplify complex operations across global environments.

We also dive into workload availability, validated designs, and the beauty of data-driven decision-making (with a few laughs along the way). Whether you’re an aspiring NCX, a seasoned admin, or just curious how real-world practitioners are innovating with Nutanix, this episode is packed with practical insights and inspiration.

👉 Tune in, take notes, and get ready to build smarter — with Nutanix.

Building Smarter with Nutanix: Todd Burris

The Nutanix Community Podcast is a weekly podcast. It is an informal and technical look at topics around Nutanix, Cloud and the online IT community. It will serve as a campfire and coffee shop for the extended Nutanix community.