Heavy Networking
HN734: Russ White Hour Part 2: Snowflakes and Network Automation
May 17, 2024
Russ White champions network snowflakes in business, discusses VXLAN/EVPN versatility in network cores, embraces uniqueness in business strategies, explores challenges of data models in networking automation, proposes a Russ White design certification, emphasizes collaborative network automation systems, and highlights online presence and training projects for engineers' professional development.
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Quick takeaways
- Network snowflakes championed by Russ White have power in business use cases.
- Shift from process-oriented network automation to an architectural mindset is vital for system integration.
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Understanding Network Automation Levels
At the associate level, individuals are introduced to operational aspects such as modularizing code, CI/CD pipelines, and GitOps. Professional level adds design considerations where individuals must be able to structure code, avoid repetition, and manage data efficiently. At the expert/architect level, a broader architectural thinking is required, focusing on module integration, reusability, database selection, and trade-offs.
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