Cisco DevNet
Cisco DevNet Overview
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
Goal |
DevNet Associate (DEVASC), then Professional (DEVCOR) |
Target Date |
2026 Q3 |
Interest Link |
IT > API + Automation |
Status |
Planning |
Primary Resource |
Cisco DevNet Learning Labs, netapi codebase |
Practice Environment |
netapi CLI, ISE sandbox, Catalyst sandbox |
Documentation |
domus-netapi-docs |
Curriculum (DEVASC Topics)
| Module | Description | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Software Development |
Git, Python, testing |
[ ] Not Started |
Already use daily |
APIs |
REST, authentication, pagination |
[ ] Not Started |
netapi covers this |
Cisco Platforms |
ISE, DNA Center, Meraki, ACI |
[ ] Not Started |
ISE experience from work |
Infrastructure as Code |
Ansible, Terraform |
[ ] Not Started |
Ansible experience |
Network Fundamentals |
IP, switching, routing for devs |
[ ] Not Started |
Strong background |
Progress: 0 / 5 modules (0%)
Advantage: netapi project demonstrates most DEVASC skills already.
Current Tasks
| Priority | Task | Due | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
P2 |
Review DEVASC exam topics |
2026-03 |
[ ] Pending |
P2 |
Map netapi features to exam objectives |
2026-03 |
[ ] Pending |
P2 |
Identify gaps in current knowledge |
2026-03 |
[ ] Pending |
Portfolio Projects
| Project | Description | Module Link | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
netapi |
Multi-vendor network automation CLI |
APIs, Cisco Platforms |
[x] Active (primary portfolio) |
ise-automation |
ISE policy automation scripts |
Cisco Platforms |
[x] Active |
domus-terraform |
IaC for home enterprise |
Infrastructure as Code |
[ ] In Progress |
Key Notes
Exam Strategy:
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netapi is proof of competency for most objectives
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Focus on gaps: DNA Center, Meraki, ACI specifics
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Use Cisco DevNet Sandbox for platforms without home access
Gap Analysis Needed:
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Review blueprint, check off known topics
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Identify specific API calls tested
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Practice with mock exams