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Intermediate Python for Network Engineers (IPYNE)

The Intermediate Python for Network Engineers (IPYNE) Learning Path introduces the fundamental concepts of network programmability and automation using Python. It is designed for network engineers new to programming or professionals looking to enhance their automation skills through Python and Cisco APIs. The Learning Path focuses on practical use cases, such as automating device configurations, managing network inventories, and integrating with Cisco products like IOS XE, Meraki, and ThousandEyes for API automation. You will also learn the basics of creating reusable programs using object-oriented programming, building web interfaces with Flask, and interacting with large language models for advanced network automation. Upon completion, you will be able to write Python scripts, interact with network devices via APIs, and design automation workflows to streamline network management tasks.

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Continuing Education

Earn 29 CE credits towards recertification

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    How you’ll benefit

    • Automate network device configuration, monitoring, and management using Python scripts
    • Leverage modern tools and libraries (e.g., Netmiko, PyATS, REST APIs) for scalable network automation
    • Build and deploy reusable automation solutions, such as scripts, web interfaces, and API wrappers
    • Integrate advanced technologies like CI/CD, telemetry, and large language models into network automation workflows
    • Troubleshoot, test, and validate network automation solutions using best practices in logging, error handling, and unit testing

    Who should enroll

    • Network Engineers with little or no programming or Python experience
    • Network Administrators
    • Network Managers
    • Systems Engineers

    Technology areas

    • Networking

    Prerequisites

    There are no prerequisites for this training. However, the knowledge and skills you are recommended to have before attending this training are:

    • Familiarity and basic understanding of core networking concepts
    • Familiarity with Cisco IOS-XE software or other Cisco network device configuration and operation skills
    • Cisco CCNA certification or equivalent knowledge

    These skills can be found in the following Cisco Learning Offerings:

    Course outline

    • Python Programming for Network Engineers
    • Write Your First Python Scripts
    • Python Development Environment Setup
    • Device Inventory Automation
    • Scale Configuration of Network Devices
    • Network Monitoring and Validation
    • Device Configuration Backup Automation
    • HTTP API Fundamentals
    • Cisco ThousandEyes Network Insights with HTTP API Automation
    • Network Automation Debugging and Testing
    • HTTP API Automation Wrapper
    • Build a Web Interface for Network Automation
    • Large Language Models for Network Automation