Cisco Certified DevNet Associate Course - Part 1 - NetDevOPs
What you'll learn
- You will learn Python basics, linux basics, Mac Os and Windows basics that are relevant to Networking and Network Programming
- You will learn and Understand Application Programming Interface (RESTful APIs and RPC) with practical sessions using Postman, Curl and Python
- You will learn Software Development and Design including how to develop and maintain applications built on Cisco platforms using DevOps tools like git
- You will learn about application development and security in DevOps environment using Docker.
- You will learn about infrastructure and automation with automation tools such as Ansible
- You will learn how to work with data structures such as XML, JSON, YAML and on API CRUD actions using HTTP requests and Responses
Requirements
- Basic Computing Skills
- Basic Networking skills at Cisco CCT level preferred
- A lot of Interest in the subject matter
Description
Python, Linux & NetDevOps Toolset for Network Automation and Programmability
The Cisco Certified DevNet Associate Course (Developing Applications and Automating Workflows using Cisco Platforms) gives you the foundational skills and knowledge you need for network automation and programmability. The course focuses on key tools and practices in NetDevOps. You will learn how to install and use Linux operating system and the Python programming language for network programming and automation.
The foundation to becoming a DevOps Engineer is learning python programming in a Linux environment and building on that by learning DevOps tools such as Docker, Postman, Git, and Jenkins among others. In this course, we will cover the following topics among others:
Main Topics
Setting and using a virtual development environment.
· Linux and basic Linux commands and operations.
· Python Programming for Network Engineers
· Version Control with Git and GitHub.
· Container Technology with Docker.
· Software Engineering for Network Engineers.
· Understanding and using Application Programming Interface.
· Working with API Documentation.
· Continuous Integration – Continuous Delivery (CI-CD).
· Jenkins - Building a CI-CD Pipeline Using Jenkins.
After the training in Linux and Python, the course delves into the practical use of various NetDevOps tools and platforms such as Git/Github, Docker, Postman, and Jenkins. Furthermore, the course will also guide you systematically on how you can use the Application Programming Interface (API) and data structures for secure remote communications between various platforms. You will learn how to work with XML, JSON, and YAML. You will also practically learn how to access, configure and manage various network devices using protocols such as NETCONF and RESTCONF.
The conventional methods of accessing and configuring network devices are with the Simple Network Management Protocol and the command-line interface. These methods are manual and require the intervention of a network support engineer or technician. The necessity to physically access devices and to manually manage or configure them delays resolving critical network issues and configurations. Some network issues, such as security breaches, require immediate redress because significant delays can interfere with or affect critical business processes. They may also have adverse effects if the network supports critical services.
Modern cultural practices involve remote support, work from home, and distributed responsibilities. Automation of most network tasks, such as device configuration, management, security, and monitoring, is essential in that kind of environment. This course equips you with the skills you can use to leverage the capabilities of modern networking devices because they are developed with their programmability in mind.
While developing software to automate devices. Network engineers should embrace a DevOps approach. DevOps stands for Development and Operations and is a practice that calls for the automation of the software development process using various automation tools. The approach also requires collaboration between development and operation teams in iterative software development, testing, and deployment process. The practice of employing DevOps for network automation and programming is referred to as NetDevOps.
In NetDevOps, standardized network device APIs and software automation tools are used to configure, manage and monitor network devices. NetDevOps workflows use Open Source, standards, and Python scripts alongside commercial devices and tools to deliver flexible, secure, and fast-responsive networks. NetDevOps brings the culture, tools, technical methods, and best practices from DevOps to Networks.
It combines the culture, tools, best practices, and ideas from DevOps with network engineering; and is about automation, configuration management, monitoring, Continuous Integration - Continuous Delivery, ChatOps, and so much more.
Who this course is for:
- Those interested in starting a career in Network Engineering
- People with Cisco CCT skills
- People with Cisco CCNA skills
- Beginners interested in a learning modern technologies and practices in ICT
Instructor
- 4.1 Instructor Rating
- 165 Reviews
- 3,800 Students
- 4 Courses
I am an adept and seasoned researcher, trainer, and developer in data security and privacy. I have experience as a digital security trainer, Network Engineer, and cloud applications developer. Additionally, I possess vast knowledge and technical skills in encryption techniques, Network and Software Engineering, and applications development. I am enthusiastic about new and emerging technologies in Computer Science, with a keen interest in research on cloud computing, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, Network Engineering, and Distributed Ledger Technologies. I have experience working in over ten countries, primarily facilitating physical and online ICT training and developing ICT Strategic Plans for inclusion in organizational strategic plans.