Networking World & Coding: Let's take a look at the languages that are turning them into automated geniuses and networking heroes, whatever their experience level.
Python: Python, with its readable syntax, can be used to power anything from simple scripts to more complex automation.
Bash Scripting: Bash scripting enables engineers to rapidly prototype and create powerful scripts that run from the Unix/Linux terminal.
Speed, Simplicity, Efficiency: Many of the networking tools of today are built in Go. Go is fast, simple, and allows for easy concurrency.
YAML / JSON: YAML and JSON are not true "languages," but understanding YAML and JSON is essential today for many coding tasks.
JavaScript: With Node.js, JavaScript can automate tasks such as network monitoring dashboards and APIs.
Ansible/YAML for Zero-Touch Automation: Ansible with YAML makes complicated networks turn into simple playbooks. It is the gold standard for doing zero-touch provisioning and deploying large-scale networking.
PowerShell: PowerShell makes it easier to automate, script, and troubleshoot servers and networks using powerful, easy-to-learn commands.
C and C++ : The highest control for performance-critical tasks or to develop firmware for your own network devices? C and C++ still dominate the world of core network components.