network automation

Optimizing AI Workloads with NVIDIA GPUs, Time Slicing, and Karpenter

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Optimizing AI Workloads with NVIDIA GPUs, Time Slicing, and Karpenter

Maximizing GPU efficiency in your Kubernetes environment In this article, we will explore how to deploy GPU-based workloads in an EKS cluster using the Nvidia Device Plugin, and ensuring efficient GPU utilization through features like Time Slicing. We will also discuss setting up node-level autoscaling to optimize GPU resources with solutions like Karpenter. By implementing these strategies, you can maximize GPU efficiency and scalability in your Kubernetes environment. Additionally, we will delve into practical configurations…

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Cisco AI Assistant for Managing Firewall Policies Is Now Available

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Cisco AI Assistant for Managing Firewall Policies Is Now Available

Cisco AI Assistant is now available for Cisco XDR and Cisco Defense Orchestrator Managing firewall policies and locating relevant documentation can be daunting for firewall administrators. However, the AI Assistant integrated with the Cisco Defense Orchestrator (CDO) and the cloud-delivered Firewall Management Center simplifies these processes. With this powerful combination, administrators can effortlessly manage firewall devices, configure policies, and access reference materials whenever required, streamlining their workflow and boosting overall efficiency. Prerequisites Administrators need to…

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Cisco Meraki Secures the Postman “Best API Award”

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Cisco Meraki Secures the Postman “Best API Award”

Postman honored Cisco Meraki APIs with the “The Best API award” at their esteemed PostCon24 Conference held in San Francisco on May 1st, 2024. Meraki ranked #10 out of 100,000 other APIs, and we joined a club of 19 other winners including Stripe, Microsoft, and Meta. The winners selected for this award had the most used API collections on the Postman API Network. They also demonstrated a steadfast commitment to enhancing the developer experience, evidenced…

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Harnessing Network and Application Performance Insights for Effective Automation

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Harnessing Network and Application Performance Insights for Effective Automation

Reliance on network and application automation has grown over the years as equipment, software, and systems are becoming increasingly intelligent—and therefore more capable. In fact, the network automation market is expected to grow by 3 percent between 2022 and 2030, according to Grand View Research. Much of this growth can be attributed to the persistent rise in network complexity as demand for agility and reliability increases. Automation can help streamline processes, boost productivity, and make…

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A Solution Engineer’s Journey into Programmability

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A Solution Engineer’s Journey into Programmability

Hi there! I´m a Solutions Engineer working with Collaboration and Customer Experience solutions, and one thing I’ve learned is “one size does not fit all.” To deliver the most impactful business outcomes, customers need digital solutions tailored to their unique needs. Thankfully we are surrounded by SaaS applications and powerful platforms that provide open APIs available to anyone with the skills to use them. In short, if you supply the motivation, the tools are there…

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Using the Power of Artificial Intelligence to Augment Network Automation

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Using the Power of Artificial Intelligence to Augment Network Automation

Talking to your Network Embarking on my journey as a network engineer nearly two decades ago, I was among the early adopters who recognized the transformative potential of network automation. In 2015, after attending Cisco Live in San Diego, I gained a new appreciation of the realm of the possible. Leveraging tools like Ansible and Cisco pyATS, I began to streamline processes and enhance efficiencies within network operations, setting a foundation for what would become…

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Watch “Simplifying Network Automation with NetGru”

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Watch “Simplifying Network Automation with NetGru”

How to be a network engineer in the age of automation I’ve been involved with network engineering for the better part of 20 years now and I’ve observed massive changes in the industry during those two decades, from Frame Relay and ATM becoming obsolete to Ethernet taking over and becoming a pervasive technology. But besides me getting older and different transport technologies going through existential crises, the biggest development in all these years was the…

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Cisco Automation Developer Days 2024 in Stockholm – Call for Speakers

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Cisco Automation Developer Days 2024 in Stockholm – Call for Speakers

A vibrant platform for industry leaders and innovators Mark your calendars for an event not to be missed. The annual Cisco Automation Developer Days event is returning to Stockholm on May 21-23, 2024. The event will take place at the coo Space Arena, nestled in the heart of the city.  Call for speakers is open!  We are privileged to host an exceptional team of subject matter experts who provide comprehensive coverage on updates and forecasts…

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