The Open Networking Revolution

This chapter explores the journey of a founder in the open networking community, with a focus on the development and impact of the open-source network operating system, SONiC. It discusses the evolution from hardware-based networking to software-defined innovations, highlighting challenges, collaborations, and the strategic decisions of major tech companies. The chapter also emphasizes the importance of open-source standards in fostering operational efficiencies and addressing industry demands amid the shift towards disaggregated solutions.