{"id":1713,"date":"2023-09-02T21:44:02","date_gmt":"2023-09-02T20:44:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/192.168.1.213:8088\/?p=1713"},"modified":"2023-12-20T20:37:19","modified_gmt":"2023-12-20T18:37:19","slug":"how-to-study-for-the-cisco-devnet-professional-exam-essential-tips-for-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/192.168.1.213:8088\/how-to-study-for-the-cisco-devnet-professional-exam-essential-tips-for-success\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Study for the Cisco DEVNET Professional Exam: Essential Tips for Success"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
Embarking on the path of Cisco certifications has been an enlightening journey for me. I recently ticked off a significant achievement by acquiring the Cisco DEVNET Professional<\/a> certification.<\/p> I confess I had postponed this target a few times because of other priorities. My affinity for automation always nudged me towards this goal. Having successfully crossed this milestone, I am now setting my sights on the popular DEVNET Expert<\/a> exam.<\/p> With the experience fresh in my mind, I’m eager to share with you a structured approach and some essential strategies that paved my way to success in the DEVNET Professional<\/strong> exam.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t Start by reviewing the official exam blueprint from Cisco’s website<\/a>. It provides an in-depth overview of all the topics covered, allowing you to identify areas you’re already familiar with and those that need more attention.<\/p> To get the Professional certificate I chose the combination of the DevCor (350-901<\/a>) and DevOps (300-910<\/a>) exams.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Consistency is key<\/strong>. Dedicate specific times in your day or week for studying, ensuring you cover all the modules systematically. Breaking down your study sessions into manageable chunks will prevent overwhelm and improve retention.<\/p> One focus in your study should definitively be coding and understanding Python code. Try with simple examples by leveraging Cisco APIs like ACI, DNAC, WebEx and Intersight.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Cisco offers a variety of resources for DEVNET certification, including:<\/p> \u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t The DEVNET exam isn’t just theoretical; it assesses your practical skills too. Invest in lab equipment (I use an Intel NUC i7 with 64GB RAM and an ESXi to host most of my environment) or online labs like Cisco’s DEVNET Sandbox<\/a> to get hands-on experience with real-world scenarios.<\/p> In my home lab, I set up the following environment to develop the skills that were needed:<\/p> \u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t One of the game-changers in my study strategy was embracing the power of collective learning. Joining a study group, or even forming one, can add a dynamic layer to your preparation. Engaging with peers unravels new perspectives, shared resources, and the joy of solving challenging problems together. I had the privilege of teaming up with a colleague, which proved invaluable.<\/p> We set clear timelines, deciding when we’d present specific topics to each other. This ensured we stayed on track, reinforced our knowledge, and kept the momentum going.<\/p> What’s more, we locked in our exam date<\/strong>, creating a tangible goal to work towards. The study group shared responsibility, and mutual motivation made the journey not only educational but also enjoyable.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\tUnderstand the Exam Objectives<\/h5>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
Create a Study Schedule<\/h5>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
Leverage Official Cisco Resources<\/h5>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
Hands-on Practice is Crucial<\/h5>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
Join Study Groups<\/h5>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t