Part 1: Rethinking Networking with Automation#

This part introduces the motivation and context for network automation, exploring the transition from traditional networking to automated operations. It covers the imperative for automation, foundational design principles, and architectural thinking, setting the stage for the rest of the book.

What You’ll Learn#

Part 1 establishes the why (why automation is essential), the principles (how to design automation systems), and the architecture (a reference framework for organizing solutions). These three chapters build a foundation that prepares you for the practical, deep-dive implementation guidance in Part 2.