cloudfest 2025 announce (#280)

Author: DaanHoogland

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+title: Meet Apache CloudStack at CloudFest 2025
+tags: [news]
+authors: [jamie]
+slug: cloudfest-2025
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+From March 17-20th, the world’s leading internet infrastructure event
+– [CloudFest](https://www.cloudfest.com) – will be taking place at
+Europa-Park in Rust, Germany!  The Apache CloudStack project will be
+exhibiting at the conference for a third consecutive year, showcasing
+the benefit of complete vendor independency and flexibility of using
+open-source virtualization management solutions! The event presents a
+fantastic opportunity for cloud builders to discover Apache
+CloudStack’s robust capabilities and its value to the wider cloud
+computing industry. As the premier gathering for internet
+infrastructure professionals, CloudFest offers an ideal platform to
+connect with industry leaders, share insights, and highlight how
+Apache CloudStack is driving innovation in cloud computing.
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+## Get a Free Ticket!
+
+Click the button below to redeem a free pass, worth €499 EUR!
+
+<a class="button button--primary" href="https://registration.cloudfest.com/registration" target="_blank">Register for Free</a>
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+![](ticket.png "a free pass for the cloudstack team" class="blog-image")
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+## Visit the CloudStack Booth!
+
+Visitors to the Apache CloudStack booth (G24) at CloudFest will have
+the opportunity to explore live demos with CloudStack expert,
+providing insights into its capabilities and features. The booth will
+also serve as a space for discussions on topical subjects, such as
+migration strategies from proprietary technologies to Apache
+CloudStack. Whether you’re interested in new features or want to delve
+deeper into existing ones, the booth offers a chance to engage with
+knowledgeable community members and gain a deeper understanding of how
+CloudStack supports modern cloud infrastructure needs.
+
+## Why Apache CloudStack?
+
+For companies entering the public cloud market, one of the main
+challenges is selecting the right software to ensure efficient
+deployment for their customers. This process can be time-intensive
+and, if the wrong decisions are made, may lead to reduced returns on
+investment when delivering both public and private cloud solutions.
+
+Apache CloudStack offers a comprehensive solution for cloud builders
+and managed service providers. As a fully open-source platform, it is
+designed for ease of use, straightforward implementation, seamless
+management, and scalability. Supported by a vibrant open-source
+community and frequent release cycles, CloudStack helps businesses
+address critical challenges, including cost management, avoiding
+vendor lock-in, and effectively handling large-scale infrastructure
+across geographically distributed datacentres.