In this episode, we sit down with Olivier Lambert, CEO and co-founder of Vates, the company behind XCP-ng and Xen Orchestra. Established in Grenoble, France, in 2012, Vates has become a community favourite in the open-source virtualization space, offering powerful alternatives to traditional hypervisors. Olivier and I explore Vates roots in open-source solutions and how it's shaping the future of virtualization with its user-centric platforms. Lambert shares his insights on Vates' mission, the evolution of XCP-ng and Xen Orchestra, and how these tools are democratizing virtualization for organizations of all sizes.

Founded in the scenic Alps of Grenoble, France, Vates has carved a niche for itself by focusing on simplicity, support, and community-driven innovation. With headquarters still in Grenoble, it stands as a testament to the enduring value of open-source technology in today's rapidly evolving IT landscape.

Topics Covered:

• Olivier Lambert's background and the founding story of Vates.
• The development journey of Xen Orchestra and the strategic pivot to creating XCP-ng.
• The core philosophy of Vates: making virtualization accessible and open-source.
• The unique features and benefits of XCP-ng and Xen Orchestra as comprehensive virtualization solutions.
• Vates' response to the changing virtualization market, particularly the impact of VMware's acquisition by Broadcom.
• Future plans for Vates, focusing on enhancing their platforms and expanding their market presence.

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