Are you ready to take your Cisco networking skills to the next level? The Cisco Catalyst Center Fundamentals (CCFND) training program is the perfect starting point. This Cisco U. Learning Path is designed to provide you with a thorough understanding of the Cisco Catalyst Center while covering the latest features and capabilities.
CCFND is a modernized program that replaces the older Leveraging Cisco Intent-Based Networking DNA Assurance (DNAAS) and Understanding Cisco SDA Fundamentals (SDAFND) courses, offering you a fresh perspective on Cisco’s innovative network management solutions.
What’s in store with Cisco Catalyst Center Fundamentals?
A Learning Path inside Cisco U. contains everything you need to learn about that subject. The Cisco Catalyst Center Fundamentals Learning Path contains about 44 hours of learning, with:
- Hands-on labs
- Courses
- Assessments
Imagine automating your network operations for maximum efficiency. The CCFND training will guide you in leveraging NetOps and SecOps to streamline your processes, providing network automation and assurance. Additionally, you’ll explore how Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) plays a key role in monitoring network health and performance.
The training expands your knowledge on Cisco Catalyst Center, covering its basic functionality, deployment options, initial configurations, best practices, and seamless integration with Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE). You’ll gain practical insights into network automation, security, assurance, and programmability using Cisco Catalyst Center.
Which certification is the CCFND training for?
While this training does not directly align with a specific certification exam, it serves as an excellent introduction to the topics covered in the Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (350-401 ENCOR) v1.1 exam, making it a great stepping stone in your certification journey.
- Integration with Cisco ISE: Security is a critical aspect of any network. This course will teach you how to integrate Cisco Catalyst Center with Cisco ISE, enhancing network security, streamlining compliance, and optimizing policy enforcement.
- Deployment and scalability: Whether you’re working with a small-scale network or an enterprise-level infrastructure, you’ll get to grips with deployment models, ensuring high availability, and exploring scalability options to meet your specific needs.
- SD-Access architecture: Get hands-on with Cisco’s SD-Access architecture—learn how to implement fabric networking and apply policy-based segmentation to simplify network management and improve security.
Why should you care about CCFND training?
- Professional growth: The CCFND training program in Cisco U. is an excellent foundation for professional-level networking roles. As a bonus, you’ll earn 44 Continuing Education (CE) credits, which count toward your recertification.
- Enhanced skills: By the end of this Learning Path, you’ll have a deeper understanding of Cisco Catalyst Center, how it integrates into modern enterprise networks, and how to leverage its features for efficient network management.
- Career opportunities: The skills you’ll gain in this course are in high demand for roles such as network engineers, security engineers, and IT professionals, opening up a world of career opportunities.
CCFND Learning Path highlights include:
- Cisco Catalyst Center overview: Begin by learning about the core features and architecture of the Cisco Catalyst Center.
- Deployment and operations: Get hands-on experience with deploying the Catalyst Center and managing network operations.
- Automation and provisioning: Learn how to automate device provisioning and compliance audits for efficient network management.
- Health and performance monitoring: Master the skills needed to effectively monitor the health of network devices and applications.
- SD-Access and policies: Dive into the world of SD-Access networks and explore how to implement policy-based segmentation for better network management.
Why knowledge of Catalyst Center fundamentals is a must-have for IT professionals
The Cisco Catalyst Center Fundamentals Learning Path is essential for IT professionals looking to enhance their skills in network management and automation. Meanwhile, by replacing older courses like DNAAS and SDAFND, it offers a more modern and comprehensive approach to Cisco’s latest network management tools and solutions.
Whether you want to earn CE credits or simply learn new approaches to network management, you should start this Learning Path in Cisco U. now.
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