The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers Pods NAN094: Automate and Iterate With the NetBox Labs Community
Jun 18, 2025
Kris Beevers and Mark Coleman, co-founders of NetBox Labs, discuss their journey in building an innovative network automation platform. They highlight the significance of community feedback in shaping features and the dynamic growth of NetBox. The duo stresses the role of AI in modern networking, urging professionals to adapt to new technologies. They also emphasize the importance of integrating DevOps practices to enhance automation and foster collaboration within the network management landscape.
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NetBox Secures Critical Infrastructure
- CISA and Idaho National Labs use NetBox for securing critical national infrastructure like dams and electric grids.
- This unconventional use showcases the adaptability and real-world impact of the NetBox community's innovations.
Diverse Use Cases Drive NetBox Evolution
- NetBox serves diverse infrastructures, from corporate networks to OT, telcos, and hybrid clouds.
- Use case clustering helps NetBox evolve features to accommodate different infrastructure needs.
Experiment with AI Now
- Network and infrastructure teams must start experimenting with AI technologies immediately.
- Using AI tools like ChatGPT can dramatically improve effectiveness and prevent teams from falling behind.