Network Automation Insights & Holiday Beers - The Network Buzz Episode
In this episode of The Network Buzz, host Mike Trappe welcomes special guests Phil Wightman and Jason Gintert. This engaging episode covers a range of topics including the introduction of New Central from Aruba HPE Networking, the practical applications of network automation, and the transformative role of AI in IT. The conversation also touches on the recent Auto Con conference and its significant takeaways for network engineers. Alongside the tech talk, the trio discusses holiday beers, adding a festive touch to the discussion. Tune in for technical insights and holiday cheer!
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
01:18 Holiday Spirit and Beers
01:59 Discussing Christmas Ales
05:12 Introduction to IT Topics
05:27 Aruba Networking Central Overview
20:12 Network Automation Insights
20:30 Auto Con Conference Experience
22:09 The Lag in Network Automation Adoption
22:49 The Art of Network Engineering Podcast
23:32 Conference Insights: Vulnerability and Automation
24:23 Diverse Attendees and Vendor Participation
25:25 Intel and HEB's Automation Journeys
26:35 Defining a Network Automation Framework
28:45 Making the Business Case for Automation
34:02 AI's Role in Lowering the Barrier to Automation
39:07 Caution and Security Concerns with AI
45:17 AI in Everyday Life and Final Thoughts
