Cisco 200-901 2026 Exam Prep

Understand RESTful principles and how they apply to managing Cisco network equipment.

Hands-on session using Postman to interact with Cisco DNA Center for device management.

Learn to write Python scripts that make API calls to network devices, with real code examples.

Practical techniques for handling API responses in Python for network data analysis.

Explore NETCONF protocol and YANG data models for structured network configuration.

Step-by-step project to create a Python script that gathers device information via APIs.

Problem-solving session on debugging API calls and handling authentication errors.

How to combine API data with tools like Grafana for enhanced network visibility.

Learn to secure your API scripts and manage credentials safely for network automation.

Analyze a real-world scenario where APIs automate device setup, with a downloadable script template.

Explore functions, decorators, and error handling tailored for network automation scripts.

Step-by-step guide to connecting to devices via SSH using Python for command execution.

Build a script to back up configurations from multiple devices, with a reusable template.

Hands-on labs comparing automation approaches for different Cisco operating systems.

Learn how Ansible playbooks can simplify repetitive network tasks, with a basic playbook example.

Techniques to extract data from device CLI outputs for reporting and analysis.

Real-world project to create a script that checks device status and sends alerts.

Practical methods to make your scripts robust against network timeouts and failures.

Analyze a case study and build a script to automate VLAN creation across switches.

How to apply CI/CD pipelines to network automation, with a focus on GitLab examples.

Hands-on session with Meraki dashboard API to manage wireless and switching.

Build a bot that sends network alerts to a Webex space for team collaboration.

Step-by-step guide to Dockerizing your Python scripts for consistent deployment.

Explore ACI REST API and Python SDK for fabric automation in data centers.

Learn to use PyATS for network device testing and validation in a lab environment.

Practical integration of Cisco tools with AWS for hybrid cloud networking.

How to automate security group and ACL changes using Python and APIs.

Analysis of a complex environment with Cisco and other vendors, including a full script example.

Strategies and tools for managing automation at scale, with a focus on efficiency.

How to showcase your skills with projects that impress employers and exam graders.

Step-by-step setup of a pipeline that tests and deploys network automation scripts.

Problem-solving session on common issues faced in live network environments.

Guide to accessing free Cisco sandboxes for hands-on exam preparation.

Last-minute tips and a review of key topics to focus on before your exam date.

Downloadable template to keep your skills updated after passing the exam.

How to engage with forums, events, and resources to grow your career.

A detailed walkthrough of applying exam knowledge to a real production network scenario.

Overview of next steps, like DevNet Professional, and how to plan your path.

Cost-effective guide to setting up a lab for continuous skill development.

Learn to use Python to generate and update network diagrams and reports automatically.

Important considerations for responsible automation, including compliance and safety.

Recap of all modules and answers to common questions from students.