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Programming for Network Engineers (PRNE) v2.0
This course is designed to equip network engineers with essential programming skills to automate network tasks and streamline network operations. PRNE v2.0 covers Python programming, network automation, and configuration management tools such as Ansible, Git, and Jenkins. With hands-on labs and real-world projects, this course provides a comprehensive learning experience for network engineers looking to enhance their skills.
Programming for Network Engineers (PRNE) v2.0
Overview of Course
Programming for Network Engineers (PRNE) v2.0 is a comprehensive course designed to help network engineers learn programming skills essential for automating network tasks. This course is ideal for network engineers, network administrators, and system administrators looking to upskill and streamline network operations.
Course Highlights
Comprehensive coverage of Python programming essentials for network engineers
Interactive sessions with industry experts
Access to a community of learners and mentors for support and networking
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Skills You’ll Learn
Python programming for network engineers
Automating network tasks using Ansible
Using Git for version control
Setting up continuous integration and continuous deployment using Jenkins
Configuration management using tools such as Puppet and Chef
Training Options
1-on-1 Training
Access to live online classes- Flexible schedule including weekends
- Hands-on exercises with virtual labs
- Session recordings and learning courseware included
- 24X7 learner support and assistance
- Book a free demo before you commit!
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Curriculum
- What is network programmability?
- Why is network programmability important?
- Network automation and programmability landscape
- Introduction to network APIs
- Setting up your development environment
- Basic network program structure
- Basic network program workflow
- Executing network programs
- Introduction to Python programming language
- Python syntax and semantics
- Python variables, data types, and expressions
- Python modules and libraries
- Python script structure
- Comments and documentation
- Running Python scripts
- Debugging Python code
- Reading network device information using APIs
- Writing network device information using APIs
- Common network APIs and protocols (e.g. SNMP, NETCONF, RESTCONF)
- Establishing communication with network devices
- Handling device connectivity and session management
- Sending and receiving data to/from network devices
- Error handling and exception handling
- Lists, tuples, and sets in Python
- Dictionaries in Python
- Working with data structures in Python
- Comparing network device information
- Comparing network device configurations
- Comparing network device states
- Network device data validation
- If-else statements in Python
- Nested if-else statements
- Boolean expressions and logical operators
- For loops in Python
- While loops in Python
- Loop control statements (break, continue)
- Defining and using functions in Python
- Function arguments and return values
- Anonymous functions (lambda functions)
- Introduction to object-oriented programming
- Classes, objects, and instances in Python
- Encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism in Python
- Defining and using classes in Python
- Class attributes and instance attributes
- Class methods and instance methods
- Constructors and destructors
- Creating and importing modules in Python
- Creating and importing packages in Python
- Managing dependencies in Python
- Storing data in Python (e.g. lists, dictionaries)
- File handling in Python
- Working with different file formats (e.g. CSV, JSON)
- Introduction to databases and SQL
- Connecting to databases in Python
- Executing SQL queries in Python
- Working with different database management systems (e.g. MySQL, PostgreSQL)
- Overview of lab exercises
- Hands-on exercises for network programmability with Python
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Description
Target Audience:
- Network engineers
- Network administrators
- System administrators
- IT professionals interested in network automation
Prerequisite:
- Basic understanding of networking concepts
- Familiarity with Linux command-line interface
- Basic knowledge of Python programming
Benefits of the course:
- Learn essential programming skills for network automation and configuration management
- Streamline network operations and reduce manual tasks
- Enhance your career prospects with in-demand skills
- Real-world projects and hands-on labs for practical learning
- Access to a community of learners and mentors for support and networking
Exam details to pass the course:
- The course does not have a formal exam. Learners are assessed through real-world projects and hands-on labs.
Certification path:
- To learn this course, there are no specific certifications required.
- However, learners can take certification exams such as Network Automation Engineer Certification from Python Institute to validate their skills.
Career options after doing the course:
- Network Automation Engineer
- Network Architect
- DevOps Engineer
- Cloud Network Engineer
- Site Reliability Engineer
Why should you take this course from Skillzcafe:
Experienced industry experts as instructors- Real-world projects and hands-on labs for practical learning
- Access to a community of learners and mentors for support and networking
- Lifetime access to course materials and updates
- Affordable pricing
FAQs
Basic knowledge of Python programming is recommended, but the course covers Python essentials for network engineers.
The course duration is 32 hours.
The course does not provide a formal certification. However, learners can take certification exams such as Network Automation Engineer Certification from Python Institute to validate their skills
Basic understanding of networking concepts, familiarity with Linux command-line interface, and basic knowledge of Python programming are recommended.
The course provides access to tools such as Ansible, Git, and Jenkins for hands-on labs and projects. However, learners can choose to use their own setup if they prefer.
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