Network Automation Jobs and Salaries | DevNet | CCNP

[@DataKnox]

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[@carlbaillargeon4037]

Hey Knox!!! Thanks for the insight! I saw in your ENAUTO course in the Meraki section that you used the requests library to automate Meraki in Python. I'm creating a script right now to manage the Network Content Filtering section across all my devices but I'm using the SDK in Python. I'm learning right now so do you think I should get used to script with the requests library instead ? Is it better to use requests in general when working with APIs ? Thanks again!

[@DataKnox]

Carl Baillargeon the best library to use is the one that you are most comfortable with 🙂

[@skabbas89]

You're my new favorite person after David Bombal :)

[@DataKnox]

Thanks 🙏

[@kewlguyjason]

I think there are "senior network engineer" "lead network engineer" "staff network engineer" positions that require python / automation skills that will yield better salary results than if you just search for network automation engineer. I'm trying to get into DevNet right now and I find this stuff harder / but more interesting, than studying more networking concepts. This is coming from a 10 year CCIE.

[@DataKnox]

Agree with everything here

[@daytrading9731]

This is my first video that i have watched on your channel. This is so well done. Cheers

[@abdelmajidalahyane3492]

Such an encouraging video to start studying for the devnet cert ....thank u sir ❤

[@allangomez9890]

Hi Team, hope all is well, thanks for sharing all these stuff, I just wanted to know if there are any labs I can do in my server which are related to automation, now I am working with a Ubuntu machine which push down configuration to an IOS device using Python Netmiko which all worked, but wonder if there are more suggestions so I can practice more?

[@AyoolaBoyejo]

Good video as always, and thanks for fixing the playback speed issue when video is downloaded offline within KZbin app

[@afghanvloggers1595]

How about CCIE Routing and Switching salary per month ?

[@Gus_Leon]

Hi Knox, Great insights regarding the network automation and the importance of the DevNet associate certification. Definitely I will keep learning during theses quarantine times. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. Stay safe you and yor family. Gus.

[@hamedamiri7154]

Hello ,Thanks for good video, I was trying to post this question under another video but I will ask here. I have three AWS certs and CCNA, my question is , which CCNP is better CCNP security or CCNP collaboration as my goal is move out of IT support into a cloud/networking jobs, Thanks for your input. been stuck between these two cets to pick one

[@mnoble247]

CCNP Enterprise Core. It will give you the foundation that will help you with all the other tracks.

[@Geo0792]

Knox, can you please give me am advice. I got my ccna before feb 2020 and I am deciding if I go for devnet associate or aws associate, any thoughts would be appreciatted Thanks

[@DataKnox]

Depends on what you want to do! My pick would be DevNet because it’s still familiar with networking topics. AWS can be a big departure, but still in high demand so worth it in the long run

[@jaypj023]

probably 2 software engineers disliked the video. I mean, why the dislike guys ? it's a cool vid!

[@TheBeach5563]

I was thinking encor then ccnp enauto. After that will I be able to get the CCNP Devnet?

[@TheRedProject]

Automation is a nice to have. Most employers want someone who has network experience. I've held back taking devnet certs because they're only useful if you want to get your leg in the door. Ultimately, if I am a senior network engineer with years of experience and I have json, python, rest etc etc on my resume, to employers looking for automation, that had been good enough.

[@drmanhattan225]

Hi Data Knox, I'm currently working on some Juniper certs due to day job demands. I plan then tackle CCNP Enterprise which will probably take me a year, after which I can get stuck into DEVASC. Hopefully it won't be too late by then?

[@DataKnox]

Definitely not, and you should REALLY consider the JNCIA-DevOps too kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5aTpINupLeGiZI

[@vsulli]

@dataknox who are the most notable influencers in Network Automation (NOT TALKING ABOUT Network Chuck and David Bombal). Do you know of any other people creating content and books on the subject of network automation, NetDevOps, SecOps?

[@andreslopez180]

Hey Knox thank for the info. Hey for the ENAUTO do I need experience ? Should I do the DeVnet Associate first ? I’m currently studying for ENCOR exam

[@DataKnox]

Great question. It would help if you understand the fundamentals of Python, APIs, and the Request library. DEVASC isn’t a requirement - you won’t see CICD concepts on ENAUTO - but I would definitely recommend at least watching the nuggets on DEVASC first as a primer. The ENAUTO course is out now, too, so you can check it out 😊

[@andreslopez180]

Yea I bought the automate the boring stuff with python, I did because you mentioned on one of your videos. So far the book is fine, I have been reading and practicing. I’m a little lost lol. Like everything it will come to me with practice. I need this Knowlege for the ENCOR exam anyways,Thanks for your hard work Knox

[@DataKnox]

Bryan Castillo chapters 1-6, then chapter 12 are all you need to get started with network automation

[@buenosdiasgracias6219]

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[@l.b8366]

Good video,I see that you answering on comments so I want to get to IT what do you recommend me dev or networking.thank you

[@DataKnox]

It depends on what you like! Try checking out Network+ on CBT Nuggets and go from there!

[@l.b8366]

Thank you man

[@headinthekloudz]

Is there a such thing as going from 0 to devops engineer. Or do you have to be a network engineer 1st then move into a devops opening, like is devops entry level?

[@DataKnox]

Well DevOps is really meaning mastering multiple skill sets. There’s the Dev (software), and there’s the Ops (hardware). So if your goal is to get into Network automation (and I think that is the right goal), you need to start with networking. Just know it’s a marathon - not a sprint

[@headinthekloudz]

Well my goal is to be a aws/azure/gcp cloud architect? Do I have to be a network engineer 1st for a few years or can I learn networking, automation tools and scripting/python and just jump right in?

[@15lastone]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts 🙏 😊 🙂 ☺ outstanding tutorial 👏 👌 . On my final year(Degree Level) Devnet associates alongside with Enterprise Networks, Security and Automation will be a huge part of the topic you just mention 👍 😀 so once again thanks, now without any further bla bla bla I will just go and hit the subscriber button 👍 😀

[@umairm8595]

Hi I would like to thank you this was very helpful and I was also wondering that to have hands on experience with routers and switches is very vital when applying for a job but if we are unable to afford the physical equipment then we can use network emulators like GNS3 and EVE-NG but to use them we need Cisco IOS images, and to obtain a cisco CML license is kind of expensive, however I practice on packet tracer, what do you recommend we can do to gain experience? also if I have a CCNA but no experience, can I get a job as a network engineer or should I pursue the Comptia Net+ cert?

[@DataKnox]

Use the DevNet Sandbox! There is even a CML instance in the Sandbox

[@DataKnox]

And as for starting your career, everyone starts out with no experience. Just apply everywhere!

[@umairm8595]

@@DataKnox Thank you I've tried using Devnet sandbox but I'm currently having a problem that whenever I reserve a lab and connect to the anyconnect vpn it disconnects my internet connection is there any way to resolve this issue?

[@mnoble247]

CCNP ENCORE salary with 3-5 years of experience is, on average, $107K. So add a CCNA DevOps / Python experience and you should be a solid $120K. Again on average.

[@vickoramlochan5392]

I am a ccnp, where can i find these oppurtunites?

[@ebenezerawuah-asomaning4868]

Will you advice s systems administrator to go into web development ?

[@DataKnox]

Only if they are interested in web development. There would need to be a specific use case for it otherwise

[@terrencemaduka32]

Can I get a network automation certification without working with the hardwares?

[@DataKnox]

You theoretically could - the DevNet Associate would be where to start

[@juanjosecastro2178]

interesting, but another variable, at least for me , is the stress level, work/life balance, you have to get throught out this senior positions.

[@fade2black244]

Hardly any work life balance of a senior network engineer.

[@imrulhasnatkamal675]

very good video. am i heve to be a hardcore programmer to lear network automation?

[@DataKnox]

Love that question! Check this out kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYmlqJJjgJmpeNU

[@Grayfox3214]

I would advice, to have a minimum of CCNP Enterprise certification. After that pick one specalist situation: - Datacenter - Security - Automation I've been in security and Automation. There is enough work, but Network Infra is going into a global transition in the coming few years. Be prepaired.

[@mohamedoaf2816]

can you advice me how to start a career in networking ? i am still a computer engineer student and i like the field

[@Grayfox3214]

@@mohamedoaf2816 Build labs and gain expierence!

[@noorur]

Saw the Devnet Associate exam cost being 300, so I decided to do Devnet Core Professional which is 400 & concentration which is 300. Gonna skip Associate if I know I'm gonna opt for the Professional in the future anyway ☺

[@mdtaylor2274]

It's not really a good idea to skip the foundation courses but I'm interested in knowing how you've progressed?

[@noorur]

@@mdtaylor2274 hey, didn't pursue it in the end. I decided to jump back onto ccnp service provider, lots of relevant material involved. Though I wouldn't jump the associate onto professional for Devnet, I wouldn't bother with the exam of the Associate knowingly I'd do the Professional directly after.

[@mdtaylor2274]

@@noorur that's great to hear that you're sticking to the CCNP for service provider. I hope that's going well for you. I can see your point about the DevNet path and it makes sense. I'm currently going for my CCNA next month and working towards CCNP Data Center focused on ACI. But after that I'm not sure what to do. Cloud or DevNet.... Any suggestions?

[@noorur]

@@mdtaylor2274 CCNP Data Centre has alot of Routing & Switching involved, if you check on the blueprint of the exam on cisco website, you'll see it overlaps so much with CCNP Enterprise. Hence I would recommend getting CCNP Enterprise first before CCNP Data Centre.

[@mdtaylor2274]

@@noorur appreciate your kind words but I'll be sticking with DC path for now. I'm currently in MDS sales and looking at becoming more of a technical sales leader.

[@gustavomendez6279]

Great video, them Naruto Pops tho... lol

[@DataKnox]

Love the final battle scene 😊

[@islamtx]

Sir what you think about cloud computing degree

[@DataKnox]

Interesting. It would depend on the curriculum. Why not just get cloud certifications?

[@islamtx]

@@DataKnox I have not it experience I am about done with my ccna I am trying to get stable job with good pay what your advice sir god bless you for trying to help people I am dallas texas

[@cocotwins]

I have no doubt that these certs are worth it. I have been searching jobs for ages. I have not seen job posting requesting these dev net certs. CCNA and CCNP is all they want. But they will say that they do want the python etc. job posting should include these if they find them valuable