

The Art of Network Engineering
Andy and Jeff
The Art of Network Engineering blends technical insight with real-world stories from engineers, innovators, and IT pros. From data centers on cruise ships to rockets in space, we explore the people, tools, and trends shaping the future of networking, while keeping it authentic, practical, and human.We tell the human stories behind network engineering so every engineer feels seen, supported, and inspired to grow in a rapidly changing industry.For more information, check out https://linktr.ee/artofneteng
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Feb 16, 2022 • 1h 15min
Ep 82 – Automate your Network with Itential!
Send us a textIn this episode, we talk to Peter Sprygada. Peter is the VP of Product Management at Itential. Peter shares his career and experience and then, we dive into the Itential Automation Platform! Peter then introduces us to the Itential Network Automation platform. Itential can build in intelligent pre and post-checks into the workflows. If pre-checks fail the workflow can be configured to safely stop before the network is negatively impacted. On the other end, Itential can help verify the work completed successfully with post-checks. Listen now to learn more about Itential! You can follow Peter on:Twitter: https://twitter.com/privateipLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sprygada/More from Itential:Twitter: https://twitter.com/ItentialHomepage: www.itential.comGet Started: https://www.itential.com/get-started/NFD27 videos: https://techfieldday.com/appearance/itential-presents-at-networking-field-day-27/ItentialDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFind everything AONE right here: https://linktr.ee/artofneteng

Feb 9, 2022 • 1h 47min
Ep 81 – Real World Design Discussion
Send us a textIn this episode, A.J. shares some of his experience overhauling IT for a small manufacturing company. Lexie and Andy ask questions and dig deeper into the process of revamping the entire IT infrastructure. We started this episode as a Data Center Design discussion, but we took a slight detour. We think you’ll enjoy it just the same SponsorsNetAlly – Simplicity. Visibility. Collaboration. Visit NetAlly.com today! NordVPN – 70% off the 2-year plan + 1 Month Free – visit nordvpn.com/taone or use promo code TAONE at checkoutSupport the showFind everything AONE right here: https://linktr.ee/artofneteng

Feb 2, 2022 • 1h 38min
Ep 80 – Nick Russo
Send us a textIn this episode, we interview Nick Russo! Nick is a Technical Leader at Cisco, a 2x CCIE in Routing and Switching and Service Provider Networks, as well as his CCDE. Nick is often called upon to help solve complex networking issues with Cisco’s customers. Nick talks about his career in the military and how he got started in networking. You can find more of Nick:Twitter: https://twitter.com/nickrusso42518Blog: http://njrusmc.net/SponsorsNetAlly – Simplicity. Visibility. Collaboration. Visit NetAlly.com today! Support the showFind everything AONE right here: https://linktr.ee/artofneteng

Jan 26, 2022 • 1h 44min
Ep 79 – LabEveryDay
Send us a textIn this episode, we speak to Du’An Lightfoot! Du’An has recently moved into a new role as Sr. Developer Advocate for Amazon Web Services. Du’An talks about his time in the military and the experience he gained from it. He also shares with us how he started creating content and his brand – LabEveryDay! Netmiko training – https://www.youtube.com/c/GrelleumYou can find more of Du’An:Twitter: https://twitter.com/labeverydayYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LabEverydayWebsite: https://www.labeveryday.com/SponsorsNetAlly – Simplicity. Visibility. Collaboration. Visit NetAlly.com today! NordVPN – 70% off the 2 year plan + 1 Month Free – visit nordvpn.com/taone or use promo code TAONE at checkoutSupport the showFind everything AONE right here: https://linktr.ee/artofneteng

Jan 19, 2022 • 1h 26min
Ep 78 – Time to Move On
Send us a textIn this episode, we talk to Andy about his recent job change, from working as a Network Engineer in FinTech to a Product Manager at Juniper. Andy discusses imposter syndrome and how one interview changed his view on it, and possibly broke him of it, forever! We’ve also got some exciting news to share, but you have to listen to find out! Andy’s Book RecommendationNow, Discover Your Strengths – https://amzn.to/3FQ3OMnSupport the showFind everything AONE right here: https://linktr.ee/artofneteng

Jan 12, 2022 • 1h 14min
Ep 77 – New Year, New Goals!
Send us a textIn this episode, A.J. and Tim are joined by Lexie (@TracketPacer) and they discuss their goals for the upcoming year! Hear how each of them goes about goal planning and the goals they’ve set for themselves for the coming year.Support the showFind everything AONE right here: https://linktr.ee/artofneteng

Jan 5, 2022 • 1h 18min
Ep 76 – Deep Dive with Women in Networking
Send us a textIn this episode, women network engineers discuss the current realities for women in the network engineering space: the challenges, the support they’ve received, and how we can continue to make the industry a place that’s open to everyone. (Step one: ladies’ cut vendor t-shirts.)More from our Guests:LexieTwitter: https://twitter.com/TracketPacerTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tracketpacerEyvonneTwitter: https://twitter.com/SharpNetworkBlog: https://esharp.netMichelineTwitter: https://twitter.com/MichyfishMurphySupport the showFind everything AONE right here: https://linktr.ee/artofneteng

Dec 29, 2021 • 1h 35min
Ep 75 – The Automation Chou’sen one!
Send us a textIn this episode, we interview author Eric Chou. Eric has written one of the most important books in Network Automation – Master Python Networking. Eric shares his career journey which includes working for two of the largest cloud service providers! Eric also shares with us all of the other content he is working to create for the community.More from Eric:Blog: https://networkautomation.ninja/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ericchouLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/choueric/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/EricChouNetworkAutomationNerdsBooks: Mastering Python Networking https://amzn.to/3qzJpWhKafka Up and Running https://amzn.to/3mJk373Podcast: Network Automation Nerds – get it in your favorite podcatcherSupport the showFind everything AONE right here: https://linktr.ee/artofneteng

Dec 22, 2021 • 1h 2min
Ep 74 – Holiday Special
Send us a textThe best way to spread some cheer is by recording a podcast for all to hear! Please enjoy our holiday special episode.Support the showFind everything AONE right here: https://linktr.ee/artofneteng

Dec 15, 2021 • 1h 10min
Ep 73 – Zeros and Wons
Send us a textIn this week’s episode A.J. and Andy interview David Alicea! While David was exposed to the Cisco Networking Academy at a young age in High School he actually didn’t land in Networking until later on. Since then he has been a career Network Engineer and recently landed himself a position at the mothership, Cisco. Hear how did it all in the week’s episode! You can find more of David:Twitter: https://twitter.com/Dayvee87LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-alicea-495b5733/Blog: https://zerosandwon.blog/Support the showFind everything AONE right here: https://linktr.ee/artofneteng