Jesse Ford

Jesse Ford, an automation architect with extensive experience in service provider and enterprise networking, shares insights from his journey in real-world automation. He discusses why he favors Python for its ease of use and effective problem-solving. Jesse dives into evaluating tools like Ansible and Cisco NSO, emphasizing strategic choices for scaling automation. He also highlights how Itential's platform democratizes automation, allowing non-developers to participate. Lastly, he explains automating PCI compliance to save hundreds of hours, showcasing the tangible ROI of automation.