CCNA Expert – Network Automation, Cloud, and Emerging Technologies
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CCNA Expert – Network Automation, Cloud, and Emerging Technologies
This course is part of Cisco CCNA 200-301: The Complete Guide to Getting Certified Specialization
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What you'll learn
Secure Cisco devices using AAA, SSH, and best security practices.
Implement network automation with Python, APIs, and Ansible.
Configure cloud networking, virtualization, and SD-WAN.
Explore AI-driven networking and machine learning applications.
Skills you'll gain
- Cloud Technologies
- Cloud Computing Architecture
- Network Performance Management
- Cloud Platforms
- Network Monitoring
- Authentications
- Network Security
- General Networking
- IT Automation
- Security Controls
- Local Area Networks
- Network Engineering
- Network Administration
- Software-Defined Networking
- Cloud Computing
- Network Architecture
- Network Infrastructure
- Wireless Networks
- Event Monitoring
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There are 8 modules in this course
Take your networking skills to the next level with CCNA Expert: Network Automation & Emerging Tech. This course covers advanced concepts in Cisco device security, network management, cloud computing, wireless networking, and automation. You'll gain hands-on experience configuring network security, optimizing performance with QoS, and implementing cloud-based solutions. Additionally, you’ll explore AI-driven networking and network programmability to prepare for the future of IT infrastructure.
The course begins with Cisco device security fundamentals, teaching you best practices for securing network devices using SSH, AAA authentication, and encryption techniques. You'll then delve into network device management using Syslog and SNMP, followed by an in-depth look at Quality of Service (QoS) techniques to enhance network efficiency. Cloud computing fundamentals, including virtualization, cloud service models, and deployment strategies, are also covered in detail. Wireless networking takes center stage next, where you'll learn about wireless access points, LAN controllers, and advanced security techniques. The course then transitions into network automation, introducing APIs, Python scripting, Ansible, and model-driven programmability with YANG and RESTCONF. You'll explore software-defined networking (SDN), SD-WAN, and Cisco Meraki to streamline network operations. Finally, the course delves into AI-powered networking, including Cisco AIOps and generative AI models. This course is designed for network engineers, IT professionals, and CCNA candidates seeking to master network automation and cutting-edge networking technologies. Prior knowledge of basic networking concepts and Cisco devices is recommended. Whether you're looking to advance your career, automate networks, or prepare for CCNA 200-301 certification, this course provides the hands-on expertise you need.
In this module, we will explore essential Cisco device security measures, including securing console and vty lines, encrypting passwords, and configuring authentication frameworks like AAA. Hands-on lab demos will reinforce best practices for safeguarding network infrastructure.
What's included
11 videos2 readings1 assignment
11 videos•Total 87 minutes
- Introduction•1 minute
- Line Level Security•14 minutes
- Privileged Exec and Password Encryption•5 minutes
- Line Level Security Lab Demo•10 minutes
- Usernames and Privilege Levels•11 minutes
- SSH Secure Shell•5 minutes
- SSH Secure Shell Lab Demo•6 minutes
- AAA Authentication, Authorization and Accounting•12 minutes
- AAA Configuration•9 minutes
- Global Security Best Practices•10 minutes
- Global Security Best Practices Lab Demo•5 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
- Introduction to the Course 'CCNA Expert – Network Automation, Cloud, and Emerging Technologies'•10 minutes
- Full Specialization Resources•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Assessment 1•15 minutes
In this module, we will cover network device management techniques, focusing on monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting network infrastructure. Through practical demos, we will configure Syslog and SNMP to efficiently track network events and device performance.
What's included
9 videos1 assignment
9 videos•Total 64 minutes
- Introduction•0 minutes
- Syslog•15 minutes
- Terminal Monitor and Logging Synchronous•6 minutes
- Syslog Lab Demo•6 minutes
- SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol•9 minutes
- SNMP Lab Demo•4 minutes
- SNMPv3 Configuration•10 minutes
- SNMPv3 Lab Demo•7 minutes
- Syslog vs SNMP•6 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Assessment 2•15 minutes
In this module, we will delve into Quality of Service (QoS) strategies that prioritize critical network traffic. We will explore classification, marking, and congestion management, along with techniques like policing and shaping to enhance network efficiency.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment
5 videos•Total 59 minutes
- Introduction•1 minute
- QoS Overview•19 minutes
- Classification and Marking•14 minutes
- Congestion Management•11 minutes
- Policing and Shaping•13 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Assessment 3•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore cloud computing principles, from virtualization to cloud service models like IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. We will also examine real-world case studies that highlight the advantages of cloud migration.
What's included
9 videos1 assignment
9 videos•Total 88 minutes
- Introduction•1 minute
- Traditional IT Deployment Models•6 minutes
- Defining Cloud Computing•7 minutes
- Cloud Computing Case Study•14 minutes
- Server Virtualization•16 minutes
- Virtualizing Network Devices•14 minutes
- Cloud Service Models•11 minutes
- Cloud Deployment Models•11 minutes
- Cloud Computing Advantages•9 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Assessment 5•15 minutes
In this module, we will cover wireless networking technologies, including WLAN architectures, wireless security protocols, and access point configuration. Hands-on demos will illustrate practical wireless network setup and security implementations.
What's included
9 videos1 assignment
9 videos•Total 94 minutes
- Introduction•1 minute
- Wireless Network Types•7 minutes
- Infrastructure Mode and Wireless Access Points•6 minutes
- Wireless LAN Controllers and CAPWAP•14 minutes
- Switch Configuration for Wireless Networks•10 minutes
- Wireless Channels and Radio Frequencies•14 minutes
- Wireless Security•6 minutes
- Switch Configuration for Wireless - Lab Demo•15 minutes
- Wireless Network Configuration - Lab Demo•20 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Assessment 5•15 minutes
In this module, we will dive into network automation techniques using Python, APIs, and tools like Ansible and Terraform. We will also explore SDN, Catalyst Center, and Cisco Meraki for software-driven network management.
What's included
16 videos1 assignment
16 videos•Total 172 minutes
- Introduction•3 minutes
- DNA Center renamed to Catalyst Center•1 minute
- The Benefits of Network Automation and Programmability•12 minutes
- Python, Git, GitHub, and CI-CD•6 minutes
- Data Serialization Formats: XML, JSON, and YAML•14 minutes
- CCNA v1.1: APIs - CRUD, REST and SOAP•16 minutes
- Model-Driven Programmability - YANG, NETCONF, RESTCONF, and gRPC•11 minutes
- Lab Demo - Testing APIs with Postman•12 minutes
- CCNA v1.1: Configuration Management Tools - Ansible and Terraform•15 minutes
- Ansible Lab Demo•17 minutes
- SDN Software Defined Networking•10 minutes
- Software Defined Architecture - Catalyst Center (formerly DNA Center)•20 minutes
- Software Defined Architecture - SD-Access•10 minutes
- Software Defined Architecture - SD-WAN•13 minutes
- CCNA v1.1: Cisco Meraki•9 minutes
- Further Learning Resources•3 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Assessment 6•15 minutes
In this module, we will examine how AI and machine learning are transforming networking. We will explore AI models, Cisco’s AIOps solutions, and emerging AI-powered network automation techniques.
What's included
5 videos
5 videos•Total 81 minutes
- CCNA v1.1: Introduction•1 minute
- CCNA v1.1: AI Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Overview•22 minutes
- CCNA v1.1: Generative AI Models•18 minutes
- CCNA v1.1: RAG Retrieval-Augmented Generation•11 minutes
- CCNA v1.1: Cisco AIOps Products•28 minutes
In this module, we will provide recommended practice tests designed to help you gauge your knowledge and prepare effectively for the CCNA 200-301 exam. These tests will focus on core networking concepts and exam-style questions.
What's included
1 video1 reading1 assignment
1 video•Total 7 minutes
- Bonus! Recommended Practice Tests•7 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
- Conclusion to the Course 'CCNA Expert – Network Automation, Cloud, and Emerging Technologies'•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 60 minutes
- Full Course Assessment•60 minutes
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