Automating Networks with Ansible the Right Way from Pluralsight

If you're sick of hand typing configuration commands into your network devices day after day, this course is for you! Learn how to manage your network more intelligently with Ansible using tried-and-true design patterns.

When it comes to automating networks, it's key to utilize Ansible to ensure effective solutions. In this course, Automating Networks with Ansible the Right Way, you will learn foundational knowledge required to manage networks like a professional through programming. First, you will learn about infrastructure as code, both how it works at a technical level and why it matters at a business level. This includes several SSH/CLI-based implementations, which is likely to work on any network device. Next, you will discover a whole new word of modern APIs, such as NETCONF and RESTCONF, and how Ansible can leverage these technologies to simplify network management. Finally, you will explore how to transform your homemade projects into works of art by building quality into your code using a variety of supplementary tools. When you’re finished with this course, you will have the skills and knowledge of Ansible needed to design, implement, operate, and troubleshoot network-based automation solutions in production.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Reorienting Ansible for Network Applications

Building Pretty Good Infrastructure as Code

Integrating Custom Filters with Ansible

Constructing Really Good Infrastructure as Code

Introducing Ansible’s “network-engine” Role

Leaving the CLI Stone Age: Automating with APIs

Exploring New Ansible Features

Writing Production-grade Ansible Playbooks

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops essential skills for anyone doing network automation

Taught by Nick Russo, an expert in the field

Focuses on real-world implementation

Provides foundational knowledge and solid skills

Emphasizes modern techniques for managing networks

Builds on SSH/CLI-based implementations

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Automating Networks with Ansible the Right Way with these activities:

Review SSH and CLI Basics

Show steps

Refreshing your knowledge of SSH and CLI commands will help you better understand how Ansible interacts with network devices.

Show steps

Review the basics of SSH, including how to establish and manage SSH connections.
Practice using common CLI commands, such as 'ls', 'cd', and 'sudo'.

Ansible Network Automation Tutorials

Show steps

Following guided tutorials will provide you with step-by-step instructions and examples to help you learn Ansible.

Show steps

Search for online tutorials or courses on Ansible network automation.
Follow the instructions and complete the exercises provided in the tutorials.

Ansible Playbook Examples

Show steps

Creating Ansible playbooks will help you apply your knowledge and gain hands-on experience in automating network configurations.

Browse courses on Network Automation

Show steps

Identify a network automation task that you want to automate.
Design an Ansible playbook to automate the task.
Write the Ansible playbook in YAML format.
Test and refine the playbook to ensure it works as expected.

Show all three activities

Career center

Learners who complete Automating Networks with Ansible the Right Way will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Network Engineer

Network Engineers plan, design, construct, and maintain computer networks. They ensure that networks run smoothly and efficiently. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which is a valuable skill for Network Engineers. By learning how to automate network tasks, Network Engineers can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for Network Engineer

Network Administrator

Network Administrators manage and maintain computer networks. They ensure that networks are secure and reliable. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which is a valuable skill for Network Administrators. By learning how to automate network tasks, Network Administrators can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for Network Administrator

DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers are responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams. They ensure that software is developed and deployed quickly and efficiently and that it is also reliable and secure. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which is a valuable skill for DevOps Engineers. By learning how to automate network tasks, DevOps Engineers can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for DevOps Engineer

Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects design and manage cloud computing solutions. They ensure that cloud solutions are scalable, reliable, and cost-effective. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which is a valuable skill for Cloud Architects. By learning how to automate network tasks, Cloud Architects can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for Cloud Architect

IT Manager

IT Managers oversee all aspects of IT operations within an organization. They are responsible for planning, implementing, and managing IT systems and services. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which is a valuable skill for IT Managers. By learning how to automate network tasks, IT Managers can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for IT Manager

Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. They ensure that software is reliable, efficient, and user-friendly. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which is a valuable skill for Software Engineers. By learning how to automate network tasks, Software Engineers can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for Software Engineer

Project Manager

Project Managers plan, execute, and manage projects. They ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meeting all requirements. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which is a valuable skill for Project Managers. By learning how to automate network tasks, Project Managers can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for Project Manager

Network Security Analyst

Network Security Analysts monitor and protect computer networks from security threats. They ensure that networks are secure from unauthorized access and malicious attacks. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which is a valuable skill for Network Security Analysts. By learning how to automate network tasks, Network Security Analysts can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for Network Security Analyst

Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends and patterns. They use this information to make recommendations for businesses and organizations. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which may be a valuable skill for Data Analysts. By learning how to automate network tasks, Data Analysts can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for Data Analyst

Business Analyst

Business Analysts analyze business processes and systems to identify areas for improvement. They develop and implement solutions to improve efficiency and productivity. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which may be a valuable skill for Business Analysts. By learning how to automate network tasks, Business Analysts can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for Business Analyst

Cybersecurity Analyst

Cybersecurity Analysts protect computer systems from security threats. They identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in systems and networks. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which is a valuable skill for Cybersecurity Analysts. By learning how to automate network tasks, Cybersecurity Analysts can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for Cybersecurity Analyst

Infrastructure Architect

Infrastructure Architects design and manage the physical and virtual infrastructure of an organization. They ensure that the infrastructure is reliable, scalable, and cost-effective. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which may be a valuable skill for Infrastructure Architects. By learning how to automate network tasks, Infrastructure Architects can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for Infrastructure Architect

System Administrator

System Administrators maintain and manage computer systems and networks. They ensure that systems are operating smoothly and efficiently. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which may be a valuable skill for System Administrators. By learning how to automate network tasks, System Administrators can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for System Administrator

Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers design and manage cloud computing solutions. They ensure that cloud solutions are scalable, reliable, and cost-effective. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which may be a valuable skill for Cloud Engineers. By learning how to automate network tasks, Cloud Engineers can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for Cloud Engineer

Network Technician

Network Technicians install, maintain, and repair computer networks. They ensure that networks are operating smoothly and efficiently. This course teaches the fundamentals of network automation with Ansible, which may be a valuable skill for Network Technicians. By learning how to automate network tasks, Network Technicians can save time and improve efficiency.

See salaries and explore the career path for Network Technician

Automating Networks with Ansible the Right Way

What's inside

Syllabus

Good to know

Save this course

Activities

Career center

Reading list

Share

Similar courses