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6.0 Automation

This section of the test is 15% of the exam and topics for discussion include:

  • Interpreting basic Python components and scripts
  • Constructing valid JSON encoded files
  • High-level principles and benefits of a data modeling language
  • APIs for Cisco DNA Center and vManage
  • Interpreting REST API response codes and results in payload using Cisco DNA Center and RESTCONF
  • Constructing EEM applet to automate configuration, troubleshooting, or data collection
  • Comparing Agent versus Agentless orchestration tools, such as Chef, Puppet, Ansible, and Saltstack