Network Automation with Python

Automating Network Operations for Scalability, Efficiency, and Security with Python

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MODE
Virtual (Google Meet)

TYPE
Mentor Based

LEVEL
Moderate

DURATION
3 Weeks

About

The Network Automation with Python program provides hands-on training in Python-based network scripting, API integrations, and automation frameworks such as Netmiko, NAPALM, Paramiko, and Ansible. Participants will learn how to automate network provisioning, monitoring, troubleshooting, and security operations across Cisco, Juniper, Arista, and cloud networking environments.

Aim

To equip participants with Python scripting skills for automating network configuration, management, and security, reducing manual effort and enhancing network efficiency.

Program Objectives

To introduce participants to Python scripting for network automation.
To train participants in automating network configurations and troubleshooting.
To provide hands-on experience in Ansible and API-based automation.
To explore network security and compliance automation.
To prepare professionals for network automation roles in enterprises and cloud environments.

Program Structure

Week 1: Fundamentals of Python for Network Automation

Module 1: Introduction to Network Automation and Python

Why Network Automation?
- Benefits of automating network operations.
- Traditional networking vs. automated networking.
- Overview of network automation tools (Ansible, Python, Netmiko, NAPALM).
Python Basics for Network Engineers
- Python programming fundamentals (Data types, Loops, Functions).
- Working with files and parsing text (Regex, CSV, JSON, YAML).
- Understanding REST APIs for networking.

Hands-On Lab:

Writing Python scripts to read and parse network configuration files.

Module 2: Automating Network Device Configurations

Introduction to Netmiko and Paramiko
- Connecting to network devices using SSH.
- Automating CLI commands on Cisco, Juniper, and Arista devices.
Using Python to Configure Network Devices
- Sending show and config commands via Python.
- Automating VLAN, interface, and routing configurations.

Hands-On Lab:

Writing Python scripts to configure and monitor Cisco routers and switches.

Week 2: Advanced Network Automation with APIs and Ansible

Module 3: Working with REST APIs and JSON for Network Management

Understanding REST APIs in Networking
- HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE).
- API Authentication (Token-based, OAuth).
Interacting with Network APIs
- Using Cisco’s DNA Center API.
- Fetching network status and configuration using Python.

Hands-On Lab:

Using Python to retrieve network device configurations via REST API.

Module 4: Ansible for Network Automation

Introduction to Ansible for Network Engineers
- YAML syntax and playbook structure.
- Ansible modules for Cisco, Juniper, and Arista devices.
Automating Network Configurations with Ansible
- Writing and executing Ansible playbooks.
- Using Jinja2 templates for dynamic configurations.

Hands-On Lab:

Deploying network configurations using Ansible and Jinja2 templates.

Week 3: Network Monitoring, Troubleshooting, and CI/CD Integration

Module 5: Network Monitoring and Log Analysis with Python

Automating Network Monitoring
- Using Python for SNMP-based monitoring.
- Fetching network health status using Netmiko/NAPALM.
Log Analysis and Event Processing
- Using Python to analyze syslog messages.
- Generating alerts based on network events.

Hands-On Lab:

Automating SNMP-based monitoring using Python and analyzing logs.

Module 6: CI/CD for Network Automation and Future Trends

Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) for Networking
- Using GitHub and GitLab for network configuration versioning.
- Implementing automated configuration testing with CI/CD pipelines.
Future of Network Automation and AI in Networking
- AI-driven network management and self-healing networks.
- Network automation best practices and industry trends.

Hands-On Lab:

Deploying network configurations with GitHub Actions and CI/CD pipelines.

Participant’s Eligibility

Network engineers and IT professionals
DevOps engineers integrating network automation
Cybersecurity professionals focusing on network security automation
Students and researchers in network scripting and SDN

Program Outcomes

Proficiency in Python scripting for network automation
Hands-on experience in API-driven networking and SDN
Ability to automate device configurations and network monitoring
Understanding of network security and compliance automation
Readiness for Cisco DevNet Associate, CCNP Automation, and Python for Network Engineers certifications

Fee Structure

Standard Fee: INR ~~16,998~~ USD ~~224~~

Discounted Fee: INR 8,499 USD 112

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