What you'll learn:
- Why SONiC - Introduction to SONiC
- How to use SONiC commands to configure the device
- Firmware management
- Configure device from scracth
- Layer2/Layer3 configuration
- Troubleshooting
SONiC (Software for Open Networking In the Cloud) is the fastest-growing open-source Network Operating System. Gartner has included SONiC In the 2023 Hype Cycle report.
The project was started by Microsoft and made open source in 2017. Post that the install base of SONiC has grown by leaps and bounds. Thanks to its multivendor and open-source characteristics, SONiC enables organizations to save 40% or more on TCO. SONiC has gained popularity in Data Center market with several large Data Centers running on SONiC.
This course is an introductory course in SONiC aimed at preparing the candidates towards Aviz Certified SONiC Professional Certification. This is also an ideal course for professionals who want to get into the SONiC career or advance their skills in SONiC configuration.
The students will learn:
Basics of SONiC
Why SONiC has become so popular
Bringing the device up from scratch
Configuration options
Layer2/Layer3 Configurations
Debugging and Troubleshooting
And much more...
Disclaimer:
1. This course is part of the Aviz internal training which was recorded to introduce SONiC to new joiners. The course was put into Udemy with minimal edits.Hence expect some minor glitches here and there.
2. This course is a good starting point in your journey to becoming an Aviz Certified SONiC Professional. However, to complete the ACSP exam, you will also need to refer to other resources on the Internet like SONiC community documentation, various SONiC channels on YouTube, etc. A good understanding of Layer2 and Layer3 concepts is desired for completing SONiC certification. You should also be reasonably comfortable with BGP concepts and Spine-Leaf topology for clearing the ACSP exam.
