Cisco: DevOps using DevNet
Gain industry-focused DevOps skills to develop and manage networked systems with Cisco and The Open University
Duration
10 weeksWeekly study
10 hours
Cisco: DevOps using DevNet
Cloud computing, the internet of things, cybersecurity and infrastructure networking have become more complex. The disciplines of coding and network engineering have converged to offer a route for either ‘network engineers’ or ‘coders’ to develop DevOps focussed skills, within the discipline of network automation. This has led to DevOps becoming one of the current essential growth areas within the computing/coding, digital technologies and infrastructure engineering disciplines.
It is often cited and sought for career entry as well as personal development by many computing professionals. Cisco, through the Open University (OU) via FutureLearn, offers this course as a route to gain their internationally recognised certification while studying remotely.
Develop in-demand digital skills
Positioned for both coders (software developers) as well as network engineers, this course converges the two disciplines and presents a significant digital skillset for the future. Networked systems must adapt to changing infrastructure, consumer and cybersecurity demands, so developers require coding experience to ensure the system can deliver the service it is designed for.
Within the course, you will develop industry-focussed skills, knowledge, and experience using Python to code a range of data formats, using code, the DevOps methodology, and various micro services deploying applications as container-based solutions for Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
Prepare for the Cisco DevNet Associate certification examination
This course will prepare you for the Cisco DevNet Associate certification examination.
What topics will you cover?
- Week 1: Introduction to DevOps and Cisco NetAcad
- Week 2: The DevNet Developer Environment
- Week 3: Software Development and Design
- Week 4: Understanding and using APIs
- Week 5: Network Fundamentals
- Week 6: Application Deployment and Security
- Week 7: Infrastructure and Automation
- Week 8: Cisco Platforms and Development
- Week 9: Working on the assessment
- Week 10: Submitting the assessment
Learning on this course
On every step of the course you can meet other learners, share your ideas and join in with active discussions in the comments.
Who is the course for?
This microcredential would benefit anyone currently working in a comprehensive range of globally relevant Digital Technologies disciplines, all using DevOps, including:
- Software Developer
- Infrastructure Network Engineer
- Cloud Technician
- Cybersecurity Professional
Who developed the course?
The Open University
As the UK’s largest university, The Open University (OU) supports thousands of students to achieve their goals and ambitions via supported distance learning, helping to fit learning around professional and personal life commitments.
Established
1969Location
Milton Keynes, UKWorld ranking
Top 510Source: Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020
Learning on FutureLearn
Your learning, your rules
- Courses are split into weeks, activities, and steps to help you keep track of your learning
- Learn through a mix of bite-sized videos, long- and short-form articles, audio, and practical activities
- Stay motivated by using the Progress page to keep track of your step completion and assessment scores
Join a global classroom
- Experience the power of social learning, and get inspired by an international network of learners
- Share ideas with your peers and course educators on every step of the course
- Join the conversation by reading, @ing, liking, bookmarking, and replying to comments from others
Map your progress
- As you work through the course, use notifications and the Progress page to guide your learning
- Whenever you’re ready, mark each step as complete, you’re in control
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