Master Python Fundamentals: Build a strong foundation in Python programming, including functions, data structures, and control flow, to support network automation.
Understand APIs for Networking: Learn to interact with networking APIs using Python libraries like
requests
for efficient data retrieval and management.Analyze Network Traffic: Use Python to capture and analyze network data with tools like Wireshark, Pyshark, and termshark.
Perform Network Diagnostics: Implement Python scripts for tasks like ICMP checks and troubleshooting network issues.
Automate Remote Network Tasks with Paramiko: Use Paramiko to establish SSH connections and automate file transfers and commands across network devices.
Streamline Device Management with Netmiko: Simplify router and switch configurations using the Netmiko library for efficient automation.
Leverage NAPALM for Network Configuration: Use NAPALM to retrieve, validate, and apply configurations on network devices.
Utilize Python and Regex for Network Data Parsing: Apply regular expressions to extract and process meaningful data from network configurations and logs.
Integrate Python with Lightweight Databases: Use sqlite3 to store and manage network data for reporting and analysis.
Automate Multi-Vendor Network Environments: Develop Python scripts to manage configurations across diverse network devices and platforms.