Master Network Automation with the Programming for Network Engineers Course and start your network automation journey. It involves programming languages and network automation tools to manage and operate network operations.
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Manual configuration on routers and switches is no longer in trend. As networks continue to grow both in size and complexity, it becomes impossible to manage these networks. Hence, organisations are moving towards network automation and programmable infrastructure to manage it effortlessly.
The Programming Network Engineers Course is designed to help network engineers transition from traditional networking solutions to programming and automation, thereby simplifying network operations. In this PRNE Course, you will learn how to use Python programming to interact with network devices, automate repetitive tasks, and manage large-scale network environments more effectively.
This Course is perfect for network engineers who want to move beyond manual CLI Configurations and begin their careers in network automation, APIs, and the scripting tools commonly used by today’s networking pros. This Programming for Network Engineers course combines Python for Network Engineers, CCNA Automation, and Ansible basics, helping network engineers understand everything they need to move to the network automation field.
Introduction to programming concepts for networking professionals
Python basics for network engineers
Automating network tasks using scripts
Working with network APIs and automation tools
Hands-on examples based on real networking scenarios
Live instructor-led training sessions
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Traditional network management mainly involves configuring devices, troubleshooting connectivity issues,and maintaining networking infrastructure across multiple locations. However, as the network grows, these tasks become time-consuming and difficult to manage, leading to network issues, failures, and other problems.
Programming allows network engineers to automate many of these daily tasks. With programming, engineers can:
Collect operational data from the network infrastructure
Detect and troubleshoot issues faster
The goal of the Programming for Network Engineers Course is not to turn Network Engineers into Software developers, but to teach them enough programming to simplify network operations. We all know that network engineers don’t like programming; that is why we use the Python programming language, as its syntax is as easy to learn as English.
Programming for Network Engineers (PRNE ) refers to the use of programming languages and automation tools to manage network operations efficiently. Network Engineers use PRNE to automate tasks across multiple devices, instead of manually logging in to each device to make configuration changes.
Some tasks that can be automated via PRNE:
Configuring VLANs across multiple switches
Collecting interface statistics from routers
Backing up device configurations
Monitoring network health
Deploying configuration updates across the infrastructure
Learning PRNE can help network engineers become more efficient and more prepared for advanced networking environments.
The PRNE Course is targeted at networking professionals who want to learn automation skills without a background in programming. This training is suitable for:
Network Engineers
Network Administrators
Infrastructure Engineers
DevOps professionals working with networking
Engineers preparing for network automation roles
Professionals interested in network programmability
If you already have basic networking knowledge and want to understand how automation is used in modern infrastructure, this Programming for Network Engineers course is perfect for you.
During this Programming for Network Engineers course, you will learn practical programming concepts that can be applied directly to networking environments. Some of the key skills covered in the training include:
Understanding basic programming concepts
Writing simple Python scripts
Working with network APIs
Automating network configuration tasks
Collecting data from network devices
Using automation tools for infrastructure management
Troubleshooting automation scripts
All of these skills are essential for network engineers to move towards network automation-focused roles.
Introduction to Fundamental Python Programming
Introduction to Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
Python Data Structure
Using Python to Read From and Write to a File
Python Loops and Conditional Code
GitHub
Programming Python Functions
Python Libraries, Packages, and Modules
Integrated Development Environments
Python Code Analysis and Error Handling
Configuring IOS Devices Using NETMIKO
Cisco-Supported APIs and Automation Protocols
Introduction to Network-Based APIs
Consuming REST-Based APIs
Modern Driven Programmability with YANG
Cisco ASA REST API
Cisco IOS XE RESTCONF API
Cisco IOS XE NETCONF API
Cisco Nexus NX-OS APIs
Introduction to NAPALM
Introducing Modern Software Development
Version Control System (VCS)
Introduction to Ansible
Software Requirement for Ansible
Understanding the Architecture & File Structure of Ansible
Comparing Ansible with Standard Network Automation
Working with Playbook and Tasks in Ansible
Networking professionals who have a good understanding of automation and programming are increasingly getting high-paying jobs in modern IT environments. Here are some benefits of taking this Course:
Improved efficiency in managing network infrastructure
Ability to automate repetitive tasks
Better troubleshooting and data analysis capabilities
Preparation for network automation and DevOps roles
Understanding how modern programmable networks operate
Automation skills are becoming increasingly important in the networking field, especially in environments that depend on software-defined networking and cloud infrastructure.
After completing the Programming for Network Engineers training, professionals can pursue roles that involve networking and automation technologies. Some of the roles you can target after this Course:
Network Automation Engineer
Network Engineer
Infrastructure Engineer
DevOps Engineer (Networking Focus)
Network Operations Engineer
Understanding of Cisco networking devices or, say, basic CCNA 200-301 knowledge is required.
Knowledge of Programming or Python is NOT required
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While traditional networking roles do not require programming, modern networking roles rely heavily on automation. So, yes, modern network engineers need programming skills to acquire high-paying job roles.
Python is the programming language that we use for network automation because it is easy to learn and widely supported by most networking tools. Moreover, it has a large community to support and clear up any doubts.
The total duration of the PRNE course is 40 hours. It usually takes 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the batch you choose: weekdays or weekends.
No, you don’t need prior programming knowledge for this Course. This Course starts with the basics of programming and teaches you everything you need to become a network automation engineer.
If you are a fresher with no networking experience, we recommend taking the CCNA Training and then the PRNE Course.
Network automation can be easy to learn if you have a basic understanding of networking concepts and a willingness to explore scripting languages like Python. With the right Course, practice, and tools, anyone can gradually develop the skills needed to automate network tasks effectively.
If you are serious about building a technical career, this is the right time to begin. Book a demo session, speak to our course advisor, and take the first step toward becoming a certified networking professional.
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