Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability from Pluralsight

Service provider automation attempts to address two main objectives: rapidly provisioning new customer services and closely monitoring the network's behavior. Both require reliable and scalable automation solutions; these are taught in this course.

These days almost every network relies on some kind of automation, and service providers are no different. In this course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, you'll learn the fundamentals of model-driven programmability, including YANG and its associated tooling. First, you'll leverage NETCONF and RESTCONF to configure various monitoring features on network devices, such as NetFlow and SNMP, inside of Python scripts. Next, you'll explore Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO), using it to configure gRPC-based model-driven telemetry. This telemetry data is then collected by a centralized system for viewing and archival by network administrators. When you're finished with this course, you will have the skills necessary to design and implement various network automation solutions in service provider environments.

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Course Overview

Understanding Model-driven Programmability

Configuring NetFlow with RESTCONF

Deploying a Pre-made, Known-good Telemetry Stack

Configuring SNMP with NETCONF

Introducing Cisco NSO and Service Creation

Measuring Network Performance with gRPC Telemetry

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Covers modern, standard service provider concepts and practices

Taught by industry-recognized instructor Nick Russo

Develops practical skills highly relevant to service provider environments

Provides a technical foundation for beginners in service provider automation

May require some prior knowledge of networking

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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 Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability with these activities:

Configure network devices with NETCONF

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Reviewing NETCONF principles will help you become comfortable with the fundamentals before diving into advanced topics.

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Review NETCONF documentation
Practice configuring network devices using NETCONF

Participate in a study group

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Engaging with peers will allow you to share knowledge, ask questions, and get feedback, which can enhance your understanding of the course material.

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Find a study group or create your own
Meet regularly to discuss course concepts

Attend a workshop on model-driven programmability

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This workshop will provide an in-depth understanding of model-driven programmability and how it is used in service provider networks.

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Identify a relevant workshop
Register for the workshop
Attend the workshop

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Explore gRPC telemetry

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Completing these tutorials will provide a hands-on understanding of gRPC telemetry, which is a key component of network automation.

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Follow vendor-provided tutorials on gRPC telemetry
Experiment with different gRPC telemetry configurations

Design and implement a network automation solution

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This project will allow you to apply your knowledge to a real-world scenario and reinforce your understanding of the course concepts.

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Identify a network automation problem
Design a network automation solution
Implement the network automation solution
Test and evaluate the network automation solution

Participate in a network automation competition

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Participating in a competition will challenge you to apply your skills and knowledge in a creative and competitive environment.

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Find a relevant competition
Form a team or compete individually
Prepare for the competition
Participate in the competition

Contribute to an open-source network automation project

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Contributing to an open-source project will allow you to gain practical experience with network automation and collaborate with others.

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Career center

Learners who complete Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Network Automation Engineer

A Network Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automation solutions for service provider networks. This role requires a deep understanding of network protocols, configuration management, and scripting languages. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a solid foundation in these areas. By learning how to use NETCONF and RESTCONF to configure network devices, and how to use Cisco NSO to configure gRPC-based model-driven telemetry, learners can develop the skills necessary to succeed in this role.

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Network Architect

A Network Architect is responsible for designing and planning the architecture of service provider networks. This role requires a deep understanding of network technologies, protocols, and standards. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a valuable overview of model-driven programmability, which is becoming increasingly important in the design and operation of service provider networks. By learning how to use YANG and its associated tooling, learners can gain the skills necessary to design and implement automated network solutions.

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Network Operations Engineer

A Network Operations Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of service provider networks. This role requires a deep understanding of network protocols, troubleshooting techniques, and network management tools. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a valuable overview of model-driven programmability, which is becoming increasingly important in the operation of service provider networks. By learning how to use NETCONF and RESTCONF to configure network devices, and how to use Cisco NSO to configure gRPC-based model-driven telemetry, learners can gain the skills necessary to automate network operations tasks.

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Network Security Engineer

A Network Security Engineer is responsible for securing service provider networks from cyber threats. This role requires a deep understanding of network security protocols, technologies, and tools. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a valuable overview of model-driven programmability, which is becoming increasingly important in the security of service provider networks. By learning how to use NETCONF and RESTCONF to configure network devices, and how to use Cisco NSO to configure gRPC-based model-driven telemetry, learners can gain the skills necessary to automate network security tasks.

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Network Manager

A Network Manager is responsible for the overall management of service provider networks. This role requires a deep understanding of network technologies, protocols, and standards, as well as a strong understanding of business and financial principles. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a valuable overview of model-driven programmability, which is becoming increasingly important in the management of service provider networks. By learning how to use YANG and its associated tooling, learners can gain the skills necessary to design and implement automated network management solutions.

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Data Scientist

A Data Scientist is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to identify patterns and trends. This role requires a deep understanding of data science techniques, as well as a strong understanding of business and financial principles. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a valuable overview of model-driven programmability, which is becoming increasingly important in the field of data science. By learning how to use YANG and its associated tooling, learners can gain the skills necessary to automate data collection and analysis tasks.

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Software Developer

A Software Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing software applications. This role requires a deep understanding of software development principles and programming languages. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a valuable overview of model-driven programmability, which is becoming increasingly important in the development of software applications. By learning how to use YANG and its associated tooling, learners can gain the skills necessary to automate software development tasks.

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Systems Engineer

A Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems. This role requires a deep understanding of systems engineering principles and technologies. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a valuable overview of model-driven programmability, which is becoming increasingly important in the design and implementation of complex systems. By learning how to use YANG and its associated tooling, learners can gain the skills necessary to automate systems engineering tasks.

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IT Consultant

An IT Consultant is responsible for providing advice and guidance to organizations on how to use information technology to achieve their business goals. This role requires a deep understanding of information technology and business principles. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a valuable overview of model-driven programmability, which is becoming increasingly important in the field of IT consulting. By learning how to use YANG and its associated tooling, learners can gain the skills necessary to automate IT consulting tasks.

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Business Analyst

A Business Analyst is responsible for analyzing business needs and developing solutions to improve business processes. This role requires a deep understanding of business principles and analytical techniques. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a valuable overview of model-driven programmability, which is becoming increasingly important in the field of business analysis. By learning how to use YANG and its associated tooling, learners can gain the skills necessary to automate business analysis tasks.

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Project Manager

A Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and controlling projects. This role requires a deep understanding of project management principles and techniques. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a valuable overview of model-driven programmability, which is becoming increasingly important in the field of project management. By learning how to use YANG and its associated tooling, learners can gain the skills necessary to automate project management tasks.

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Technical Writer

A Technical Writer is responsible for creating documentation for software and hardware products. This role requires a deep understanding of technical writing principles and techniques. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a valuable overview of model-driven programmability, which is becoming increasingly important in the field of technical writing. By learning how to use YANG and its associated tooling, learners can gain the skills necessary to automate technical writing tasks.

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Sales Engineer

A Sales Engineer is responsible for selling technical products and services to customers. This role requires a deep understanding of technical products and services, as well as a strong understanding of sales techniques. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a valuable overview of model-driven programmability, which is becoming increasingly important in the field of sales engineering. By learning how to use YANG and its associated tooling, learners can gain the skills necessary to automate sales engineering tasks.

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Marketing Manager

A Marketing Manager is responsible for planning and executing marketing campaigns. This role requires a deep understanding of marketing principles and techniques. The course, Automating Service Provider Networks with Model-driven Programmability, provides a valuable overview of model-driven programmability, which is becoming increasingly important in the field of marketing. By learning how to use YANG and its associated tooling, learners can gain the skills necessary to automate marketing tasks.

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Human Resources Manager

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