Software-Defined Networking

• Basic understanding of networking

Audience

• System administrators
• Network engineers
• Developers

Software-Defined Networking (SDN) is a software-based approach to networking that uses programmatic methods to manage, control, and optimize network resources in a centralized system.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at system administrators, network engineers, and developers who wish to install, configure, and manage controllers, applications, and networking devices under an SDN.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up a virtual network.
• Create applications.
• Use controllers to operate a software-defined network.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction

Overview of SDN Features and Architecture

• SDN versus traditional networking
• Basic components (applications, controllers, networking devices)

Setting up a Virtual Network

• VirtualBox configuration
• Mininet virtual machine (VM) installation

Understanding Mininet Basics

• Mininet topologies
• Mininet commands

Creating Applications Without a Controller

• Hub, switch, and firewall applications

Using Custom Topologies Using APIs

• Low, mid, and high level APIs
• MiniEdit

Creating Applications With a Controller

• Floodlight setup
• Remote control

Managing Network Traffic

• Network management using Wireshark

Exploring Network Virtualization

• Network virtualization
• Multi-tenancy

Operating Using OpenDaylight

• Components
• OpenDaylight controller
• Creating applications
• Observing and logging

Using Tungsten Fabric for Multi-Tenant Networks

• Architecture and network principles
• Components
• Network services configuration
• Observing, logging, and analytics

Troubleshooting

Summary and Conclusion