Like sysadmins before them network engineers are finding that they cannot do their work
manually anymore. As the field faces new protocols technologies delivery models and a
pressing need for businesses to be more agile and flexible network automation is becoming
essential. This practical guide shows network engineers how to use a range of technologies and
tools—including Linux Python JSON and XML—to automate their systems through code. Network
programming and automation will help you simplify tasks involved in configuring managing and
operating network equipment topologies services and connectivity. Through the course of the
book you'll learn the basic skills and tools you need to make this critical transition. This
book covers: Python programming basics: data types conditionals loops functions classes
and modules Linux fundamentals to provide the foundation you need on your network automation
journey Data formats and models: JSON XML YAML and YANG for networking Jinja templating and
its applicability for creating network device configurations The role of application
programming interfaces (APIs) in network automation Source control with Git to manage code
changes during the automation process How Ansible Salt and StackStorm open source automation
tools can be used to automate network devices Key tools and technologies required for a
Continuous Integration (CI) pipeline in network operations
