What is the future of Networking on Cloud?
Hi There,
In this week’s newsletter lets discuss a critical question asked by many IT professionals. What is the future of networking with rapid advancement in technology landscape ??
The world of networking is constantly evolving, and with the rise of cloud computing, the skills required for networking professionals are changing rapidly. I recently made a youtube video discussing this very topic, and we wanted to share the key takeaways with you.
The Changing Landscape:
There is a significant shift in the networking landscape, primarily driven by the increasing adoption of cloud technologies. This shift impacts the relevance of certain skills, making it crucial for networking professionals to adapt and acquire new expertise. Lets divide it into 3 main sections
Skills That Will Remain Relevant
Skills Becoming Obsolete (or Less Important)
Skills to Develop and Advance
Skills That Will Remain Relevant:
While the landscape is changing, some core networking skills remain essential. These include:
Network Fundamentals: A solid understanding of networking protocols, routing, switching, and network architecture is still crucial.
Troubleshooting: The ability to diagnose and resolve network issues remains a highly valuable skill.
Security: Network security is more critical than ever, so skills in areas like firewalls, intrusion detection, and VPNs are still in high demand.
Skills Becoming Obsolete (or Less Important):
As networks become more software-defined and automated, some traditional skills are becoming less critical:
Manual Configuration of Hardware: With the rise of software-defined networking (SDN) and automation, manually configuring network devices is becoming less common.
Deep Hardware Expertise: While understanding hardware is still beneficial, deep expertise in specific hardware platforms is becoming less essential as software abstracts away many hardware details.
Skills to Develop and Advance:
To thrive in the evolving networking landscape, professionals need to focus on developing the following skills:
Cloud Computing: A strong understanding of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud is essential. This includes knowledge of cloud networking services, virtual networks, and cloud security.
DevOps: Familiarity with DevOps principles and tools is becoming increasingly important. This includes skills in automation, infrastructure as code (IaC), and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD).
Automation: The ability to automate network tasks using scripting languages like Python and tools like Ansible is crucial for managing modern networks.
Software-Defined Networking (SDN): Understanding SDN concepts and technologies is essential for working with modern network architectures.
In Conclusion:
The future of networking careers is bright for those who are willing to adapt and embrace new technologies. By focusing on developing cloud computing, DevOps, automation, and SDN skills, networking professionals can position themselves for success in the evolving landscape.
I hope this summary was helpful. Stay tuned for more updates and insights!
Best regards,
Anshul Tiwari