Detailed Course Outline
Introduction to Gigamon APIs:
- Overview of Gigamon's programmatic interfaces.
- Understanding RESTful APIs and their application to Gigamon.
- Authentication and authorization mechanisms.
Scripting with Python for Gigamon:
- Python fundamentals for network automation.
- Using Python libraries to interact with Gigamon APIs (e.g., Requests).
- Data parsing and manipulation (JSON, XML).
Automating Gigamon Configuration:
- Automating device configuration and management.
- Creating and deploying Gigamon policies programmatically.
- Automating Gigamon node deployment.
Integration with Network Management Tools:
- Integrating Gigamon with SIEM, SOAR, and other network monitoring tools.
- Developing custom integrations using APIs.
- Using webhooks to trigger external actions.
Advanced Automation Techniques:
- Developing custom Gigamon scripts for specific use cases.
- Using Gigamon's automation features for workflow optimization.
- IaC related concepts relating to Gigamon.
Troubleshooting and Best Practices:
- Debugging API interactions and scripts.
- Best practices for Gigamon automation and scripting.
- Security considerations for Gigamon automation.