Network engineers find it harder than ever to rely exclusively on manual processes to get their jobs done. New protocols, technologies, delivery models, and the need for businesses to become more agile have made network automation essential. This updated second edition of this practical guide shows network engineers how to use a range of technologies and tools, including Linux, Python, APIs, and Git, to automate systems through code. This edition also includes new topics such as network development environments, cloud, programming with Go, and a reference to network automation architecture.

Network Programmability and Automation will help you automate tasks related to configuring, managing, and operating network equipment, topologies, services, and connectivity. Throughout the book, you will learn the core skills and tools you need to make this crucial transition.

You will learn:

• Programming skills with Python and Go: data types, conditions, loops, functions, and more.
• How to work with Linux-based systems, the foundation for modern networks and cloud platforms.
• Data formats and models: JSON, XML, YAML, and YANG.
• Jinja templating for creating network device configurations.
• The role of application programming interfaces (APIs) in network automation.
• Source control with Git for managing code changes during the automation process.
• Cloud-native technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• How to automate network devices and services using Ansible, Salt, and Terraform.
• Tools and technologies for developing and continuously integrating network automation.

Pages: 800, Dimensions: 17.8x17.8cm