Converting Configurations to Code
Let's take a look at how to create a holistic application-like system from independently configured network devices.
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Extracting information
The goal is to transform the network from a series of interconnected but unrelated and independently configured devices to a holistic application-like system. Start by collecting relevant data from the existing network. Abstract meaningful data from the configurations and then convert it into a model. The network should follow a standard core, distribution, and access layer architecture. A solid ...