# Python Network Automation

> Join Edoxi’s 40-hour Network Automation course in Dubai and learn network scripting, device automation, and multi-vendor configuration management. Enrol now!

## Course Details
- Rating: 4.9/5 (100 reviews)
- Location: Dubai, UAE
- Category: Software & Technology
- Sub-Category: Programming

## Course Introduction
Edoxi’s 40-hour Network Automation course in Dubai helps professionals automate and manage modern networks with ease. The course covers network scripting, device automation, and multi-vendor configuration management. Training is offered in online, classroom, and corporate training formats and includes hands-on labs using Cisco IOS and Arista vEOS. Learners gain practical skills in Python, Ansible, Paramiko, Netmiko, SSH automation, REST APIs, and DevOps-based network operations. Enrol now and gain skills to build scalable automation frameworks that work seamlessly within enterprise environments.

## Course Overview
- Delivery Modes: Online, Classroom
- Course Duration: 40 Hours
- Corporate Days: 5 Days
- Learners Enrolled: 50+
- Modules: 13

## What Do You Learn from Edoxi's Network Automation Training

**Python Programming Fundamentals for Network Engineers**
Learn Python basics, including data types, operators, and control flow. Build strong foundations without requiring prior programming experience.

**SSH-Based Device Automation with Paramiko and Netmiko**
Automate Cisco, Arista, and Juniper configurations using secure SSH connections. Execute remote commands and manage multi-device environments efficiently.

**Multi-Vendor Configuration Management with NAPALM**
Retrieve device facts, manage configurations, and perform rollbacks across vendors. Implement network state validation for configuration accuracy.

**Ansible Playbooks for Network Infrastructure**
Build playbooks using ios_command and ios_config modules for device automation. Execute ad-hoc commands against networking devices and Linux servers.

**Asynchronous Network Operations with AsyncIO**
Develop concurrent applications using async/await patterns and asyncssh library. Build high-performance automation scripts for large-scale network environments.

**Serial and Telnet Connection Automation**
Configure devices through console ports using PySerial and telnetlib modules. Automate initial device setup and legacy equipment management.

## Key Features of Edoxi's Network Automation Training

**GNS3 Multi-Vendor Lab Environment**
Practice automation scripts on simulated Cisco, Arista, and Juniper devices in realistic network topologies.

**GitHub Code Repository Access**
Receive production-ready Python scripts, YAML playbooks, and network templates for immediate workplace implementation.

**Live Device Configuration Sessions**
Execute real-time configuration changes on network equipment using SSH, Telnet, and serial connection methods.

**Asynchronous Programming Projects**
Build concurrent automation applications using AsyncIO, asyncssh, and aiofiles for high-performance network operations.

**Ansible Playbook Development**
Create infrastructure-as-code solutions using Ansible modules specifically designed for Cisco and multi-vendor environments.

**Object-Oriented Automation Framework**
Develop reusable Python classes based on Paramiko and telnetlib to simplify network automation development.

## Network Automation Course Module

### Module 1: Course Introduction & Setup

**Chapter 1.1: Getting Started with Network Automation**
- Lesson 1.1.1: Why Network Automation with Python?
- Lesson 1.1.2: Course Resources and Tools
- Lesson 1.1.3: Setting Up Python, PyCharm, GNS3, Cisco IOS/IOU
- Lesson 1.1.4: Getting Started with GitHub Copilot

### Module 2: Python Programming Basics

**Chapter 2.1: Python Environment Setup**
- Lesson 2.1.1: Python Installation and Virtual Environments
- Lesson 2.1.2: Running Code in IDEs (VSCode, PyCharm)

**Chapter 2.2: Basic Python Syntax and Logic**
- Lesson 2.2.1: Variables, Comments, Constants
- Lesson 2.2.2: Data Types and Operators (Assignment, Comparison, Identity)
- Lesson 2.2.3: Python Program Flow: Conditionals and Booleans

### Module 3: Loops and Data Structures

**Chapter 3.1: Iteration and Control Structures**
- Lesson 3.1.1: For Loops and While Loops

**Chapter 3.2: Core Data Structures**
- Lesson 3.2.1: Lists and Tuples: Operations and Methods
- Lesson 3.2.2: Sets, Frozensets, and Dictionaries

**Chapter 3.3: File Handling**
- Lesson 3.3.1: File Handling Basics: Read/Write, CSV Processing

### Module 4: Functions and Exception Handling

**Chapter 4.1: Working with Functions**
- Lesson 4.1.1: Defining and Using Functions
- Lesson 4.1.2: Scopes, Arguments, args and kwargs
- Lesson 4.1.3: Lambda Functions

**Chapter 4.2: Managing Exceptions**
- Lesson 4.2.1: Handling Errors with Try/Except

### Module 5: Object-Oriented Programming Essentials

**Chapter 5.1: Python Classes and Objects**
- Lesson 5.1.1: Classes and Objects
- Lesson 5.1.2: The init Method and Magic Methods
- Lesson 5.1.3: Instance vs. Class Attributes

### Module 6: Data Serialization and APIs

**Chapter 6.1: Data Serialization Techniques**
- Lesson 6.1.1: Using Pickle and JSON Modules
- Lesson 6.1.2: Writing and Reading Serialized Data

**Chapter 6.2: REST APIs with Python**
- Lesson 6.2.1: Introduction to REST APIs and Requests
- Lesson 6.2.2: Mini Project: JSON Data & REST API Automation

### Module 7: Automating with Paramiko (SSH)

**Chapter 7.1: SSH-Based Network Automation**
- Lesson 7.1.1: Connecting to Cisco Devices with SSH
- Lesson 7.1.2: Running Remote Commands
- Lesson 7.1.3: Automating Configuration Changes (e.g., OSPF)
- Lesson 7.1.4: Secure Authentication and Password Handling
- Lesson 7.1.5: Multithreading with Paramiko
- Lesson 7.1.6: Project: Backup Configs Across Devices

### Module 8: Automating with Netmiko

**Chapter 8.1: CLI Automation with Netmiko**
- Lesson 8.1.1: Netmiko vs. Paramiko
- Lesson 8.1.2: Command Execution on Cisco Devices
- Lesson 8.1.3: Batch Configuration from Files
- Lesson 8.1.4: Multithreading and Performance
- Lesson 8.1.5: Project: Interface Status Checker & Enabler

### Module 9: Async Network Automation

**Chapter 9.1: Asynchronous Python Programming**
- Lesson 9.1.1: Python AsyncIO Concepts
- Lesson 9.1.2: Async SSH Connections with AsyncSSH
- Lesson 9.1.3: Building an Asynchronous Web Scraper
- Lesson 9.1.4: Running Shell Commands Asynchronously

### Module 10: Napalm for Multi-Vendor Automation

**Chapter 10.1: Network Device Abstraction**
- Lesson 10.1.1: Intro to Napalm Library
- Lesson 10.1.2: Retrieving Facts, Interfaces, ARP Tables
- Lesson 10.1.3: Configuration Merge and Rollback
- Lesson 10.1.4: Network State Validation

### Module 11: Telnet Automation

**Chapter 11.1: Automating with Telnet**
- Lesson 11.1.1: Telnet Protocol Basics
- Lesson 11.1.2: Python Telnetlib Integration
- Lesson 11.1.3: Refactoring with OOP for Telnet
- Lesson 11.1.4: Automating Device Configurations over Telnet

### Module 12: Serial Connection Automation

**Chapter 12.1: Serial-Based Device Management**
- Lesson 12.1.1: Serial Communication Basics (PySerial)
- Lesson 12.1.2: Automating via Console Ports
- Lesson 12.1.3: Creating and Enhancing a Custom Serial Module
- Lesson 12.1.4: Initial Device Configuration Scripts

### Module 13: Hands-On Challenges

**Chapter 13.1: Real-World Problem Solving**
- Lesson 13.1.1: File Processing with Python
- Lesson 13.1.2: Paramiko Challenge
- Lesson 13.1.3: Netmiko Challenge
- Lesson 13.1.4: Telnet Challenge
- Lesson 13.1.5: Serial Communication Challenge

## Hands-On Lab Activities

**Multi-Device Configuration Backup**
Automate router configuration backups using Netmiko and multithreading with error handling and logging.

**OSPF Deployment & Validation**
Deploy OSPF configurations via Jinja2 templates and verify routing stability across multiple devices.

**Asynchronous SSH Operations**
Use AsyncSSH and AsyncIO to collect interface data concurrently from numerous network devices.

**Multi-Vendor Compliance Audit**
Run NAPALM scripts to validate configuration compliance across Cisco, Arista, and Juniper environments.

**Interface Management with Ansible**
Create Ansible playbooks for automated interface updates, ensuring consistent, idempotent configurations.

**Zero-Touch Device Provisioning**
Automate base device setup through PySerial console scripts for quick and error-free provisioning.

## Network Automation Course Outcomes and Career Opportunities in Dubai
Network Automation with Python and Ansible course establishes strong career foundations in network programmability within Dubai's technology sector. These roles offer substantial growth potential as organisations increasingly adopt software-defined networking, infrastructure-as-code methodologies, and automated configuration management systems. 

- Accelerates network configuration and deployment by automating repetitive tasks and reducing operational turnaround time.
- Reduces manual errors in device management by enforcing consistent, repeatable, and validated configurations.
- Enhances infrastructure reliability and uptime by minimising configuration drift and human intervention.
- Standardises automation practices across teams to ensure uniform processes, governance, and compliance.
- Improves cross-vendor network compatibility through abstraction, APIs, and vendor-neutral automation tools.
- Strengthens DevOps and NetOps collaboration by aligning workflows, tools, and automation-driven practices.

## Job Roles After Network Automation with Python and Ansible Course in Dubai
NOC Technician, Network Operations Analyst, Network Automation Engineer, Python Network Scripter, DevOps Network Specialist, Network Architect

## Companies Hiring Network Automation Professionals in Dubai
Etisalat, du, Cisco Systems, Emirates NBD, Siemens Mobility, Nokia, Ericsson, Accenture, IBM, Huawei

## Network Automation Training Options

**Classroom Training**
- 40-hour Network Automation course in Dubai
- Hands-On GNS3 Lab Sessions with Cisco Devices
- Interactive Group Debugging and Script Development
- Dedicated Mentor for Batch Participants
- Real-Time Network Configuration Exercises

**Live Online Training**
- 40-hour Network Automation online course
- Flexible Evening and Weekend Schedule Options
- Interactive Python Coding Demonstrations via Screen Sharing
- Remote Access to Virtual GNS3 Lab Environments

**Corporate Training**
- Customised Digital and Instructor-Led Delivery Formats
- Flexible Delivery Options (On-Site / Edoxi Office / Hotel)
- Fly-Me-a-Trainer Option
- Enterprise Dashboards for Team Progress Tracking
- Tailored Programs Addressing Organisation-Specific Network Environments

## How to get Network Automation Certification in Dubai?
Here’s a four-step guide to becoming a certified Network Automation professional.

1. Enrol in Edoxi’s Network Automation Certification course in Dubai
2. Attend the training led by industry industry-experienced trainer
3. Complete the real-world projects and assessments
4. Get a KHDA-approved Network Automation Certification from Edoxi

## Why Choose Edoxi for Network Automation Training in Dubai?
The following are some of the reasons why you should choose Edoxi for Network Automation in Dubai;


**Expert Network Automation Trainers**
Learn from certified professionals experienced in Python-based network scripting and multi-vendor automation frameworks.

**Beginner-Friendly Curriculum**
The course covers Python fundamentals to advanced automation tools, enabling even non-programmers to master network programmability.

**Hands-On Learning**
Build automation scripts, validate configurations, and perform multi-device operations through real GNS3 lab exercises.

**Industry-Relevant Tools and Frameworks**
Gain practical experience with Paramiko, Netmiko, NAPALM, AsyncIO, and Ansible for modern network environments.

**Proven Corporate Training Record**
Trusted by telecom, IT, and enterprise clients across the UAE for team upskilling in network automation practices.

**Global and Regional Presence**
Edoxi has training centers in Dubai, Qatar, and London, providing standardised training across the Middle East and beyond for consistent skills development.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: Do I need Python programming experience to join this Network Automation course in Dubai?**
A: No prior Python knowledge is required, as comprehensive programming fundamentals are included. The curriculum starts with basic syntax and progressively builds toward network automation applications.

**Q: Are actual network devices used during Network Automation training sessions?**
A: GNS3 network simulator provides realistic environments with Cisco IOS, Arista vEOS, and Juniper vSRX platforms. This approach enables extensive practice without requiring physical equipment.

**Q: What are the prerequisites needed to join the Network Automation Course in Dubai?**
A: Basic networking knowledge at the Cisco CCNA level is recommended to understand device configuration concepts and protocol fundamentals.

**Q: Is Ansible automation covered in the Network Automation course curriculum?**
A: Yes, Ansible modules, including ios_command and ios_config, are thoroughly covered. Participants learn playbook development for multi-vendor network automation and ad-hoc command execution.

**Q: Can I apply learned skills immediately in my current job?**
A: Absolutely, the course emphasises production-ready automation scripts and real-world scenarios. Participants develop backup systems, configuration deployment tools, and monitoring scripts applicable to existing network environments.

**Q: What makes this course suitable for Cisco-certified professionals?**
A: The curriculum aligns with Cisco networking concepts while teaching automation using Python. CCNA, CCNP, and CCIE holders enhance their credentials by adding programmability skills to traditional networking expertise.

**Q: Can corporate teams customise Network Automation training content for specific requirements?**
A: Yes, corporate training programs offer customisation options addressing organisation-specific network environments, preferred automation tools, and existing infrastructure platforms.

**Q: Does the course cover asynchronous programming for network automation?**
A: AsyncIO concepts are comprehensively taught, including async/await patterns, asyncssh library implementation, and concurrent device management. Participants build high-performance automation applications handling multiple simultaneous connections.

**Q: What tools and software platforms are required for Network Automation training?**
A: Python 3, PyCharm IDE, GNS3 network simulator, and VirtualBox are needed. All software is freely available, though Cisco IOS images require official acquisition from Cisco resources.

**Q: How does this Network Automation training prepare me for DevOps network engineering roles?**
A: The course bridges traditional networking with modern DevOps practices through infrastructure-as-code concepts, version control integration, and automation framework development. Participants learn to integrate network automation into continuous deployment pipelines.

**Q: Are multivendor environments addressed beyond Cisco platforms?**
A: Yes, the course explicitly covers Arista, Juniper, and Linux automation using the  NAPALM library and vendor-neutral scripting approaches. Most examples adapt to heterogeneous network environments with minimal modifications.

**Q: What is the salary of a Network Automation Professional in Dubai?**
A: A Network Automation Professional in Dubai can expect an average monthly salary ranging from approximately AED 8,000 to over AED 30,000. However, salary can vary depending on the experience, specific skills, and the employer.

## Who Can Join Our Network Automation Course in Dubai?

**Network Engineers & Cisco Professionals**
Automate repetitive configuration tasks efficiently.

**System Administrators**
Streamline device management through Python scripting.

**DevOps Engineers**
Integrate network automation into CI/CD pipelines.

**IT Professionals**
Upgrade skills for programmable infrastructure management.

**Career Switchers**
Transition from manual networking to automation roles.

**Corporate Teams**
Upskill staff for software-defined network operations.

## About This Course
## About Our Network Automation Course in Dubai

Edoxi Training Institute offers a 40-hour hands-on Network Automation with Python and Ansible course designed to meet the needs of today’s fast-evolving network environments. Available online, in the classroom, and in corporate training formats, the course is ideal for working professionals and teams looking for flexible learning options. It is well-suited for network engineers, system administrators, DevOps professionals, and Cisco-certified experts, even if they have no prior experience in Python.

This course helps learners eliminate repetitive and time-consuming network tasks by using Python scripting and Ansible automation. It supports the industry shift toward software-defined networking (SDN) and DevOps practices, enabling professionals to manage networks faster, smarter, and with greater consistency.

Learners gain real-world experience through interactive GNS3 labs using Cisco IOS and Arista vEOS, allowing them to practice in environments that closely resemble live enterprise networks.The training covers what learners actively search for in a network automation course, including SSH automation with Paramiko, configuration deployment using Netmiko, asynchronous automation with Python AsyncIO, and REST API integration for network management.

Practical exercises focus on OSPF automation, multi-device configuration backups, and vendor-agnostic scripting techniques, with Cisco-specific examples to ensure broad industry relevance. By the end of the course, learners confidently reduce manual workloads, minimise configuration errors, and improve overall network reliability.

Enrol now in our Network Automation classes and become industry-ready for modern network automation and DevOps roles.

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## Trainer
- Name: Afreen M
Afreen, with four years of dedicated teaching experience, has successfully trained over 100 students in programming languages like Python, SQL, and Java. She combines her technical expertise with a passion for education, tailoring her instruction to suit the unique needs of young learners. Her interests in reading and working on coding projects help her design engaging and practical learning experiences for her students.

Afreen’s teaching philosophy emphasizes hands-on learning, guiding children through projects like game development and calculator applications. Her balanced approach helps students build confidence in technology while mastering essential programming skills. By staying actively engaged with personal coding projects, she ensures her teaching remains current, practical, and effective, creating an encouraging environment where children can explore and understand coding concepts with ease.

## Enrol in This Course
- Course URL: https://www.edoxi.com/dubai/python-network-automation-course
- Phone: +971 43801666
- Email: info@edoxi.com