Network engineers are notorious for doing whatever it takes to keep their customers and users happy. No reference architecture is safe from modification. However, these unique designs, commonly referred to as “snowflakes”, create challenges when unforeseen consequences occur. In this episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, Tom Hollingsworth is joined by Dakota Snow, Steve Puluka, and Bob McCouch as they discuss the challenges behind snowflake design and operations. They talk about the best way to build better systems and prevent the challenges caused by uniqueness.
Making Network Automation Accessible: Insights from Itential
Dakota Snow explains how Itential is advancing network automation, making it more accessible to a broader range of users, from novices to seasoned engineers. By delivering a platform that standardizes workflows and offers tools for creating flexible, reusable automation processes, Itential simplifies complex network automation tasks. This approach not only democratizes the technology but also enhances the overall efficacy and user-friendliness of network operations across different expertise levels. Read more in this LinkedIn Pulse article following Networking Field Day 36.
How Aviz is Shaping Telecom Observability
Dakota Snow’s article examines how Aviz is revolutionizing telecom observability by integrating advanced data analytics and machine learning. Aviz’s platform enhances network reliability and performance by providing real-time insights and predictive maintenance capabilities. This approach not only optimizes operational efficiency but also significantly improves service delivery for telecom companies. Read more coverage of Networking Field Day 36 on LinkedIn!
PathSolutions: A Fresh Take on Network Troubleshooting
Dakota Snow covers PathSolutions’ innovative approach to network troubleshooting, highlighting how their solutions offer a seamless way to diagnose and remedy network issues. His exploration emphasized the efficiency of PathSolutions’ tools in providing deep insights and real-time analytics to foresee and tackle potential disruptions before they impact network performance significantly. Read more coverage of Networking Field Day 36 on LinkedIn!
A Fresh Look at Networking with Meter
Dakota Snow explores the innovative capabilities of Meter, a company revolutionizing the networking space with smart, scalable solutions. In her review, Dakota highlighted how Meter simplifies networking through its fully managed infrastructure, which supports both physical and IoT devices seamlessly. Read more coverage of Networking Field Day 36 by Dakota Snow on LinkedIn!
Dissecting Cloud Networking
Sulagna Saha’s recent piece on dives into the complexities and challenges of networking within the cloud ecosystem. The article sheds light on how organizations can navigate the intricacies of cloud connectivity, security, and architecture to optimize their network operations. Readers are guided through the nuances of cloud networking, based on a roundtable discussion hosted by Tom Hollingsworth at Networking Field Day last month.
