DevOps is tied up to software development and IT. DevOps improve relationship between network service designers and engineers to make operational changes to the services.[1]

Network DevOps refers to the acceptance of DevOps culture and principles in network engineering and operations. It embodies a preference for network automation including "network as API" concepts, along with continuous development, integration and deployment of new networking technologies. This methodology aligns with an "instrument everything" mentality that seeks to programmatically provide network performance metrics beyond typical networking teams to a broad audience including network engineers and network operations personnel.[2]

Figure 1. DevOps in Network

DevOps in Network is shown in figure 1. DevOps is an IT best practices methodology that brings developers and operations together to rapidly develop and deliver new software features and services. The DevOps approach enables teams to collaborate and accelerate the development-to-deployment process while continuing to improve:

• Quality
• Security
• Reliability

Benefits of DevOps

Organizations implementing the DevOps methodology can expect these benefits:

• Higher customer satisfaction, value, and ROI
• Decreased costs for development and operation
• Increased quality and more time for innovation for delivered products and services. According to the 12017 State of DevOps Report, high-performing organizations spent 21% less time on unplanned work and rework, and as a result, were able to spend 44% more time on new work, such as developing new features or code.
• Shorter development cycle (with automation) leading to a faster feedback cycle and quicker time-to-market
• Increased communication and collaboration creating a performance-oriented culture. [3]

The DevOps approach is based on deep involvement of both the operational and development teams during all steps of product creation. It may take some effort to integrate DevOps in your process, but eventually it will help you to create an agile and scalable system that’s ready for rapid change and growth.[4]

References:

1. https://networkinterview.com/top-10-networking-technology-trends/
2. https://www.thousandeyes.com/learning/techtorials/network-devops
3. https://www.juniper.net/us/en/research-topics/what-is-devops.html
4. https://djangostars.com/blog/what-is-devops/

Cite this article:

Gokula Nandhini K (2023), DevOps in Network, Anatechmaz, pp.87