Andy Lapteff

In this discussion, Andy Lapteff, a former CLI lifer and now a product marketing manager, shares his transformative journey into network automation and programming. He recounts his initial resistance to coding and his evolution through various roles at major companies like Verizon and Comcast. Andy vividly describes the challenges of adopting automation, including the fears around job loss from AI. He also emphasizes the importance of storytelling in overcoming biases against automation and showcases his commitment to community learning through his podcast.

Scott talks with Andy Lapteff, a Senior Product Marketing Manager and passionate podcaster with a rich background in telecom. Andy reflects on his non-linear career journey from blue-collar jobs to tech, revealing how he turned challenges into opportunities. He shares insights on the demanding nature of fieldwork and his pivotal shift to networking through Cisco NetAcad. The conversation touches on resilience, mentorship, and the creation of the Art of Network Engineering podcast, driven by a desire to help others transition into tech.