Course Overview

Unlock the power of automation in network management with our Red Hat Specialist in Ansible Network Automation Training. This self-paced video course is designed to help you master Ansible's capabilities in automating complex network configurations across multiple platforms. Whether you're an aspiring network administrator or a seasoned professional, this course will guide you step by step through the entire process, from setting up your Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environment to advanced automation techniques with Ansible.

You will learn how to automate network operations, manage multivendor devices, and handle real-world tasks like OSPF, BGP, VLAN configuration, and syslog setup. Throughout the course, practical lab sessions will give you hands-on experience, ensuring you are well-prepared to pass the Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Network Automation exam.

Course Highlights

• Course Name: Red Hat Specialist in Ansible Network Automation Training
• Course Language: English
• Course Type: Self-paced Video Course
• Course Duration: Flexible—Learn at your own pace

Who Should Enroll:

This course is ideal for:

• Network Engineers: Looking to automate complex network configurations across multiple platforms.
• System Administrators: Who want to streamline network operations and improve efficiency using Ansible.
• DevOps Engineers: Interested in incorporating network automation into their workflows and managing multivendor devices.
• IT Professionals: Aiming to expand their expertise in automation, network management, and open-source technologies like Red Hat and Ansible.
• Red Hat Enthusiasts: Who are preparing for the Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Network Automation exam and want hands-on, real-world experience.
• Beginners in Network Automation: Looking to gain foundational knowledge in Ansible and network automation, with a focus on practical skills.

What You Will Learn

I. Working from RHEL Environment

• Registering and Downloading RHEL Image
• Installing and Setting Up RHEL
• Executing Shell Commands

II. Working with GitHub

• Introduction to Version Control with Git
• Creating and Managing Repositories
• Pushing to Remote Repositories

III. Ansible Configuration

• Intro to Network Automation
• Ansible Architecture and Installation
• Testing Setup with Cisco DevNet Sandbox

IV. Running Ansible Commands & Playbooks

• Building a Test Lab
• Understanding YAML
• Running Ad-hoc Commands and Playbooks

V. Variables & Loops

• Working with Variables and Host Groups
• Using Loops in Ansible Playbooks

VI. Conditional Logic & Filtering

• Applying Conditional Logic in Playbooks
• Using Filters like IP Address Filtering

VII. Working with Templates

• Intro to Jinja2 Templates
• Substituting Variables and Dynamic Lookups

VIII. Registers, Handlers & Secrets

• Registering Variables
• Working with Handlers and Ansible Vault

IX. Ansible Galaxy

• Introduction to Roles and Role Directory Structure
• Exploring Ansible Galaxy and the Genie Collection

X. Multivendor Network Device Management

• Managing Devices with VyOS and Cisco
• Automating Network Configuration in a Multivendor Environment

XI. Configuring OSPF

• Configuring OSPF and IP SSH
• Working with OSPF Modules and Templates

XII. Configuring BGP

• Setting Up BGP Topology
• Fixing IOS Errors in BGP Playbooks

XIII. Configuring VLANs

• Working with VLANs via CLI and Playbooks
• VLAN Configuration with IOS and VyOS Modules

XIV. NAPALM Ansible

• Integrating NAPALM with Ansible
• Managing Cisco and Arista Devices with NAPALM

XV. Backup and Restore Configurations

• Using the Setup and Copy Modules
• Backing Up and Restoring Network Configurations

XVI. Configuring Syslog

• Syslog Setup for Cisco and VyOS Devices
• Centralized Logging and Monitoring

Key Features:

• Self-paced Learning: Complete the course at your convenience.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Learn everything from basic Ansible setup to advanced multivendor device management.
• Hands-on Labs: Get practical experience by working with real-world tools and devices.
• Certification Prep: Be fully prepared to take the Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Network Automation exam.

Sign up today to transform the way you manage networks and streamline your workflows with Ansible automation!