Cisco - DevNet Trainings

Cisco DevNet: network programmability at the heart of modern infrastructure

Cisco DevNet is the Cisco certification and resource programme dedicated to network automation, programmability and DevOps applied to Cisco infrastructure. With the rise of SDN (Software-Defined Networking), REST APIs, YANG models and Infrastructure as Code, the network engineer role evolves: knowing Python, automation tools and Cisco APIs becomes a major asset on Swiss job descriptions. In French-speaking Switzerland, private banks, international organisations, telecom operators, IT service companies and large administrations deploying Cisco infrastructure (Catalyst, Nexus, ACI, Meraki) actively recruit Cisco DevNet profiles to fluidify deployment, accelerate change management and industrialise the network.

ITTA offers a complete Cisco DevNet catalogue, covering all Cisco Certified DevNet certifications and Cisco platform automation modules (collaboration, enterprise, data center). Our trainers are certified trainers active on network automation projects for Swiss and international clients, allowing them to illustrate every Cisco DevNet concept with concrete cases and real production traps.

Following a recognised Cisco DevNet training opens access to highly valued roles: network automation engineer, network DevOps, SDN architect, network cloud engineer, SD-WAN consultant, Cisco ACI engineer. The Cisco Certified DevNet Associate (DEVASC), DevNet Professional (DEVCOR) and DevNet Specialist (DEVOPS) certifications are recognised worldwide and particularly valued on the Swiss market that massively adopts programmable architectures.

Whether you are a CCNA/CCNP network engineer evolving toward automation, a developer seeking to understand network infrastructure, a DevOps engineer ramping up or a cloud architect, our Cisco DevNet training in Geneva and Lausanne covers the skills expected to pass Cisco DevNet certifications and work on real network automation projects.

ITTA Cisco DevNet catalogue: a network automation path

DEVASC, the entry into Cisco automation

The path starts with Developing Applications and Automating Workflows using Cisco Core Platforms (DEVASC), the official Cisco training preparing for the Cisco Certified DevNet Associate certification. The programme covers Python, REST APIs, YANG models, NETCONF, RESTCONF, Cisco IOS XE, NX-OS and ACI automation, GitHub and basic CI/CD. It is the natural entry for any network engineer seeking to train on automation.

DEVCOR, the professional level

The Developing Applications Using Cisco Core Platforms and APIs (DEVCOR) module is the mandatory module of the Cisco Certified DevNet Professional certification. The programme deepens network application architecture, advanced Python development, container concepts (Docker, Kubernetes), application security, and the use of APIs of main Cisco platforms. It is the target for profiles wishing to move to professional level and work on complex automation projects.

DevNet concentration and specialty modules

Concentration modules specialise the DevNet Professional. Implementing DevOps Solutions and Practices Using Cisco Platforms (DEVOPS) covers CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, Terraform and DevOps best practices applied to Cisco network. Implementing Automation for Cisco Enterprise Solutions (ENAUI) covers automation of Cisco campus and WAN architectures. Implementing Automation for Cisco Data Center Solutions (DCAUI) covers Cisco ACI and Nexus. Implementing Automation for Cisco Collaboration Solutions (CLAUI) covers Cisco Webex, Unified Communications Manager and Unity automation.

CSAU, the introduction to automation

The Introducing Automation for Cisco Solutions (CSAU) module is the ideal entry for profiles discovering Cisco automation. The programme covers Python fundamentals, Git, JSON/XML, REST APIs and NETCONF, and the DevNet Sandbox controller. It is a good prerequisite before DEVASC for profiles without prior programmatic experience.

Cisco DevNet and the publisher ecosystem at ITTA

Cisco DevNet fits into a broader Cisco ecosystem. The Cisco Enterprise Network sub-publisher covers CCNA and CCNP Enterprise, the usual prerequisite before DevNet. Cisco Data Center covers CCNP DCCOR and Cisco ACI, complementary to DCAUI. Cisco Security Solutions covers CCNP Security and CyberOps. For cross-cutting automation, the automation and Infrastructure as Code sub-domain deepens Ansible, Terraform and IaC patterns, complementing DevNet. The CI/CD versioning delivery sub-domain brings Git, GitLab and GitHub to structure network pipelines.

Cisco DevNet trends in 2026

Cisco DevNet continues to structure network infrastructure programmability in 2026. The Cisco Certified DevNet Expert (CCDE DevNet) certification gains visibility as an architect target. Cisco AI Networking and Cisco Hypershield integration introduce new automation surfaces around security and observability. SD-WAN Cisco Catalyst, Cisco Meraki and Cisco Catalyst SD-Routing extend automation perimeters. Containers and Kubernetes become expected skills even for network engineers. The Cisco DevNet Sandbox ecosystem remains a major learning asset. Our pedagogical content regularly integrates these evolutions to remain aligned with current practices.

Cisco DevNet training in Geneva, Lausanne and online

All our Cisco DevNet courses are available on-site in our Geneva and Lausanne centres, as well as in interactive virtual classroom with a certified trainers live. Our sessions are organised in 5-week cycles. Each session includes hands-on labs on Cisco DevNet Sandbox, access to Cisco virtualised environments and official Cisco Learning Network materials. Customised corporate training is also possible at your premises, in Geneva, Lausanne, Vaud and across French-speaking Switzerland, with a programme adapted to your internal Cisco stack and platforms (Catalyst, Nexus, ACI, Meraki, Webex).

Why choose ITTA

ITTA offers a training catalogue. Our Cisco DevNet trainers are certified trainers and engineers active on network automation projects for Swiss and international companies. The Cisco DevNet catalogue regroups our courses covering DEVASC, DEVCOR, DEVOPS, ENAUI, DCAUI, CLAUI and CSAU. Our pedagogical team supports you in choosing the right path, preparing the Cisco Certified DevNet certifications and identifying funding solutions adapted to your professional situation.

Our pedagogical approach favours learning by doing, with Cisco DevNet Sandbox labs, Python code to write and concrete cases inspired by real network automation projects. Each session combines training time, applied exercises and exchanges with the trainer, allowing each participant to progress at their own pace and to leave with skills directly usable in their professional context.

Featured courses in this catalogue

Here is a selection of reference training courses in this catalogue, accessible directly:

• Introducing Automation for Cisco Solutions (CSAU)
• Developing Applications and Automating Workflows (DEVASC)
• Developing Applications Using Cisco Core Platforms and APIs (DEVCOR)
• Implementing DevOps Solutions Using Cisco Platforms (DEVOPS)
• Implementing Automation for Cisco Enterprise Solutions (ENAUI)
• Implementing Automation for Cisco Data Center Solutions (DCAUI)
• Implementing Automation for Cisco Collaboration Solutions (CLAUI)

FAQ

Which Cisco DevNet certification to choose to start?

Cisco Certified DevNet Associate (DEVASC training) is the natural entry for any network engineer seeking to train on Cisco automation. For profiles without prior Python or Git experience, the CSAU module is an excellent preamble. For an expert profile, DevNet Professional (DEVCOR + concentration) is the next target. Our pedagogical team guides you according to your profile.

Should I have CCNA before passing Cisco DevNet?

Cisco does not require CCNA as a formal prerequisite for DevNet Associate, but good network familiarity (routing, switching, protocols) greatly eases learning. Many profiles take CCNA then DevNet Associate. Profiles already CCNP can directly take DevNet Professional. Our pedagogical team guides you according to your profile.

DevNet or classic DevOps: what is the difference?

Cisco DevNet specifically targets Cisco platform automation (routers, switches, ACI, Webex). Classic DevOps targets software delivery cycle industrialisation. Both worlds converge: a Cisco DevNet engineer will use GitLab CI/CD, Docker and Ansible (DevOps), and a DevOps engineer touching the network will benefit from understanding DevNet. Our training covers both perimeters.

Are your Cisco DevNet courses available for companies?

Yes, the entire Cisco DevNet catalogue is available in-house, in Geneva, Lausanne and in virtual classroom, with a programme adapted to your internal Cisco stack and priority automation cases. Our team builds the specifications with you and organises sessions according to your calendar.