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- Duration
- 5h 38m
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Instructor
- Brian McGahan
- Videos
- 11
- CPE Credits
- 7
- Published
- May 23, 2022
- Updated
- Nov 01, 2024
Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) v4 Bootcamp
Implementing Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI) v4 Bootcamp provides a comprehensive overview of how Cisco ACI fabrics are deployed, configured, validated, and managed within modern data center environments. The course guides learners through the end-to-end lifecycle of an ACI fabric, from initial setup to ongoing operations and troubleshooting. Learners explore the core building blocks of ACI architecture, including Nexus 9000 series switches, APIC controllers, policy-based constructs, tenant and network design, endpoint groups (EPGs), contracts, and various connectivity models used in software-defined environments. Each concept is positioned within the context of real-world data center design and operations. The training incorporates practical examples using both APIC GUI and CLI interfaces, helping learners connect theoretical concepts with actual configuration and troubleshooting tasks. This bootcamp is ideal for CCNP and CCIE Data Center candidates, as well as network engineers aiming to gain hands-on expertise in software-defined data center networking using Cisco ACI.
Instructor
Brian McGahan
Course Instructor
At the age of 20, Brian McGahan earned his first CCIE in Routing & Switching and became known as the “youngest engineer in the world.” He continued on to earn CCIE certifications in Security and Service Provider. We’re proud to have such an accomplished and driven instructor. Brian has developed and taught for since 2002, setting the bar for CCIE training and helping thousands of engineers obtain their own certifications. When he is not developing new products, Brian McGahan consults with large ISPs and enterprise customers.