Crosswork Automation Hub Knowledge Articles

XPATH for large configuration lists When dealing with big configuration lists (e.g. xconnect entries on XR devices, l2circuit entries on Junos devices, etc.) it is important to choose the right way to access an element. If you don't know in advan...

What is the REST API?The REST API (or RESTful API) is one of the Northbound APIs supported by NSO, and the client can operate NSO using HTTP(S).The REST API itself is used not only in NSO but also in other products, and because it is easy to call fro...

Granular Role-Based Access Control Implementation Automation Developer Days US, Dec 6, 2023 Abstract: Cisco Crosswork Network Controller (CNC) 6.0 now offers enhanced security with role-based access control (RBAC) at a device level for both provision...

Automated Active Assurance on Transport Networks Automation Developer Days US, Dec 6, 2023 Abstract:In service assurance, assessing whether a service is functioning as expected often involves sending synthetic data samples and measuring end-to-end p...

Efficient Multi-AZ CNC Solution Deployment in AWS Using CloudFormation Templates Automation Developer Days US, Dec 6, 2023 Abstract: In this informative session, you will learn how to easily deploy the Crosswork Network Controller (CNC) solution in A...

Crosswork Router Automation Kit Part 2: Golden Configuration Templates Automation Developer Days US, Dec 6, 2023 Abstract: The Golden Config Templates feature combines the NSO device template functionalities with other frequently used NSO features s...

NSO Developer Studio Using VSCode Automation Developer Days US, Dec 6, 2023 Abstract:NSO Developer Studio offers two add-ons on Microsoft Visual Studio Code that provide comprehensive IDE support for developers. I will demonstrate the different feat...

Netsim Unboxed Automation Developer Days US, Dec 6, 2023 Abstract:In the realm of NSO, netsim is a fundamental tool familiar to all. However, netsim is also equipped with some advanced features that might not be as widely recognized. In this discuss...

Standardized Device Management with OpenConfig Automation Developer Days US, Dec 6, 2023 Abstract:In this session, we'll share our insights gained from managing network devices using NSO and OpenConfig, as well as factors to consider before incorpor...

How the Raft Consensus Algorithm Enhances High Availability Automation Developer Days US, Dec 6, 2023 Abstract:NSO 6.1.2 came with the new HA Raft feature. HA Raft implements the Raft algorithm, where a quorum of HA nodes elects the leader of the HA...

Model Everything, Automate Anything: Remove the Limits on What You Automate with NSO Automation Developer Days US, Dec 6, 2023 Abstract: With the increasing maturity of NSO and its supporting NEDs and packages, it is tempting to consider the universe...

Good Software Practices in NSO Development Automation Developer Days US, Dec 6, 2023 Abstract: Good software development practices are essential for producing high-quality, maintainable, and reliable software solutions. But how to adopt and implement...

How Network Automation Elevates Business Outcomes at SD Networks Automation Developer Days US, Dec 6, 2023 abstract:During the years, we have seen an increase in operational work needed to maintain a network in the best conditions and a decrease in o...

NSO and Workflow Automation Developer Days US, Dec 6, 2023 Abstract:  This session focuses on the use of workflow with Network Services Orchestrator (NSO) and Cisco Crosswork Workflow Manager (CWM). CWM is a vendor-neutral workflow management platfo...

Connecting the Dots to Automate Workflows. CWM, NSO, and NetBox: Lead the Way! Automation Developer Days US, Dec 6, 2023 Managing changes in your network can now be done more easily and quickly. The new Cisco Crosswork Workflow Manager (CWM) simplif...