Network automation: Backup and restore

Learn how to perform network configurations and backups using Red Hat Ansible

Overview

  • We know that network backup and restores are fairly uninteresting in the grand scheme of things, but they are a very common and ubiquitous use-case that all network operators will need. This provides an easy turn key use-case for network engineers to start their automation journey.

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First steps towards network as code

  • When network operators realize a simple playbook, that is just a few lines of YAML, can be run from their laptop across hundreds of routers and switches, they will get hooked on automation and see infinite possibilities.