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Finding Code for Network Automation Is Easier Than Ever
It is commonly said that the best software developers write very little code. So much code is available online, so many libraries and frameworks exist, that there is little reason in most cases to start your new software project from a blank slate. However, finding the best code for your use case is…
IPWAVE – Standardization through IETF Hackathon Project
The author of this blog is Jaehoon (Paul) Jeong. Paul is an associate professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Sungkyunkwan University, Republic of Korea. IPWAVE is a working group in the IETF Internet Area to standardize IPv6-based vehicular networking. IPWAVE stands for I…
IETF Hackathon 106 – Five Years of Running Code
What started 5 years ago at IETF 92 as a small experiment to put more emphasis on running code has completely changed the way the IETF community produces standards that make the internet faster, more secure, and able to meet the demands of an ever-increasing number of uses and users. This weekend in…
How Many Words is Running Code Worth?
We have all heard the the saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” In that case, how many words is running code worth? Based on recent IETF Hackathons, I would estimate the number to be much higher. The first thing that typically comes to mind when thinking of the IETF is internet standards, c…
Third Time is a Charm at IETF Hackathon in Prague
Moving IETF Standards forward IETF 104 in Prague featured what was by far the biggest and most successful IETF Hackathon ever. The first IETF Hackathon was in March 2015 at IETF 92 in Dallas. The goals at that time were twofold: advance the pace and relevance of IETF standards attract more develope…
Using Tetration for Application Security and Policy Enforcement
This blog contributed by Joel W. King. Joel works at World Wide Technology, a Cisco Gold Certified Partner and Learning Partner Specialized with Master Specializations in cloud, security, and unified communications. Contact Joel or WWT. Protecting assets requires a Defense in Depth a…
IETF 103 Hackathon in Bangkok Jumpstarts Innovation
Just when you thought it could not get any better, the IETF Hackathon reached new heights, not just in number of participants or projects, but in meaningful contributions to the IETF community and the standardization process. Many people, myself included, anticipated reduced attendance for a combina…
Syntax Highlighting For Network Engineers on DevNet Code Exchange
Guest Author: Diogo Andre de Assumpcao is a network engineer working on network reliability and automation, and has a deep passion for writing code. If you walk into a room full of developers, there is one thing you’ll quickly notice on their screens — multicolored text. Coloring source…
What’s Next for Developers Working on Real-time Communications Applications?
The IIT RTC Conference and Expo is a collaborative event where industry and academia connect. Leveraging its unique academic setting, this annual conference brings together technical professionals and business executives from the data and telecommunications industry, standards bodies, policy and reg…