(DEVASC) Developing Applications and Automating Workflows using Cisco Core Platforms
Unlock network automation with DEVASC training: Prepare for DevNet Associate, master Cisco APIs, and solve real-world problems. Start your journey!
Duration
5 days
Version
1.1
CE Credits
48
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CLCs
45
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Course Overview
The Developing Applications and Automating Workflows Using Cisco Core Platforms (DEVASC) training helps you prepare for Cisco DevNet Associate certification and associate-level network automation engineer roles.
You will learn how to implement basic network applications using Cisco platforms as a base, and how to implement automation workflows across network, security, collaboration, and computing infrastructure.
The course gives you hands-on experience solving real-world problems using Cisco Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and modern development tools.
This course helps you prepare to take the 200-901 DevNet Associate (DEVASC) exam. By passing this exam, you earn Cisco Certified DevNet Associate certification.
This course will help you:
- Take advantage of the network when you implement applications to fulfill business needs
- Gain a foundation in the essentials of applications, automation, and Cisco platforms
Start your DevNet certification journey with us!
Hello! Are you ready to dive into the world of software development, APIs and Cisco platforms?
Welcome! With this DEVASC you'll master the fundamentals and pass your certification with confidence. You’ll get hands-on with Cisco platforms, networking and automation, all while learning to code like a pro. Let's get started!
Daniel Gutierrez Rodriguez
Lead Instructor
Dates and Prices
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01.09.2025 - 05.09.2025 |
English |
Online, GMT+2 |
2880 € 2910 $ |
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Objectives
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- Describing the importance of APIs and use of version control tools in modern software development
- Describing common processes and practices used in software development
- Describing options for organizing and constructing modular software
- Describing HTTP concepts and how they apply to network-based APIs
- Applying Representational State Transfer (REST) concepts to integration with HTTP-based APIs
- Describing Cisco platforms and their capabilities
- Describing programmability features of different Cisco platforms
- Describing basic networking concepts and interpret simple network topology
- Describing interaction of applications with the network and tools used for troubleshooting issues
- Applying concepts of model-driven programmability to automate common tasks with Python scripts
- Identifying common application deployment models and components in the development pipeline
- Describing common security concerns and types of tests, and utilize containerization for local development
- Utilizing tools to automate infrastructure through scripting and model-driven programmability
Who should enroll?
This training is designed for anyone who performs or seeks to perform a developer role and has one or more years of hands-on experience developing and maintaining applications built on top of Cisco platforms.
The training is appropriate for software developers, application developers, and network engineers who want to expand their skill base and validate their programmability, software, and automation skills. Students preparing for Cisco Certified DevNet Associate certification will also find this material useful.
The job roles best suited to the material in this course are:
- Network automation engineer
- Software developer
- System integration programmer
Additional job roles that might be interested:
- Infrastructure architect
- Network designer
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Course Outline
- This class includes lecture sections and self-study sections.
- In instructor-led classes, lectures are delivered in real-time, either in person or via video conferencing. In e-learning courses, the lectures are on recorded videos. In both versions, you will need to review self-study sections on your own before taking the certification exam.
- This course contains the following components:
- Practicing Modern Software Development - Lecture
- Describing Software Development Process - Self-study
- Designing Software - Self-study
- Introducing Network-Based APIs - Lecture
- Consuming REST-Based APIs - Lecture
- Employing Programmability on Cisco Platforms - Lecture
- Introducing Cisco Platforms - Self-study
- Describing IP Networks (ELT only) - Self-study
- Relating Network and Applications - Lecture
- Employing Model-Driven Programmability with YANG - Lecture
- Deploying Applications - Lecture
- Testing and Securing Applications - Lecture
- Automating Infrastructure - Lecture
Lab Outline
- Parse API Data Formats with Python
- Use Git for Version Control
- Identify Software Architecture and Design Patterns on a Diagram
- Implement Singleton Pattern and Abstraction-Based Method
- Inspect HTTP Protocol Messages
- Use Postman
- Troubleshoot an HTTP Error Response
- Utilize APIs with Python
- Use the Cisco Controller APIs
- Use the Cisco Webex Teams Collaboration API
- Interpret a Basic Network Topology Diagram
- Identify the Cause of Application Connectivity Issues
- Perform Basic Network Configuration Protocol (NETCONF) Operations
- Use Cisco Software Development Kit (SDK) and Python for Automation Scripting
- Utilize Bash Commands for Local Development
- Construct a Python Unit Test
- Interpret a Dockerfile
- Utilize Docker Commands to Manage Local Developer Environment
- Exploit Insufficient Parameter Sanitization
- Construct Infrastructure Automation Workflow
Prerequisite Knowledge
Before taking this training, you should have:
- Basic computer literacy
- Basic PC operating system navigation skills
- Basic Internet usage skills
- Hands-on experience with a programming language (specifically Python)
Here are Cisco learning resources that can help you prepare:
- Python Programming for Network Engineers (PRNE)
- Explore the DevNet Certification area for specific topics and labs related to this course and certification
There are no formal prerequisites for Cisco Certified DevNet Associate certification, but you should make sure to have a good understanding of the exam topics before taking the exam.
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