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Alternatives to the Cisco Enterprise Automation and Programmability Specialist Certification

Python, NETCONF, and Ansible routes from other vendors, grouped by reason

Readers considering the Cisco enterprise automation specialist often want to see how Junos scripting and live Ansible work compare. These reviewed options are grouped by the reason you might look at them, covering budget fit and hands-on assessment, and none is ranked above another.

Why compare

Automation options to weigh beside Enterprise Automation and Programmability

The reviewed options split by reason: a Juniper associate credential for readers weighing budget fit, and a Red Hat credential that tests practical Ansible automation. They suit different goals and are not ranked or presented as equal substitutes.

Starting point

Reference facts

Cisco Certified Automation Specialist - Enterprise Automation and Programmability

Cisco
Level
Specialty
Credential type
Professional certification
Exam type
Written
Study time
100-220h
Known price
$300
Full certification details

Hands-on

Hands-on alternatives to Cisco Certified Automation Specialist - Enterprise Automation and Programmability

Credentials assessed through practical, lab-based, or multi-part exams, for people who want to show applied ability.

Live Ansible work across network vendors

Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Network Automation assesses practical Ansible automation on network devices, trading the Cisco exam's Python and controller coverage for a hands-on, vendor-neutral test.

Who it suits

Good for operations-oriented engineers who automate with Ansible instead of writing Python, and who prefer a practical exam format.

Key differences

  • The exam is performance-based, so competence is shown by completing network automation tasks in a lab instead of answering questions on code and APIs.
  • Ansible playbooks and inventory replace Python scripting as the primary skill, which suits operations teams more than developers.
  • Controllers and programmable APIs specific to Cisco enterprise networks are outside its scope.
Level
Specialty
Assessment
Practical
Study time
85-155h
Listed from
Not listed

Budget fit

Options to weigh on budget against Cisco Certified Automation Specialist - Enterprise Automation and Programmability

Credentials whose currently listed exam price is lower on a comparable basis. Prices change and vary by region, so confirm with the provider.

Python and NETCONF for Junos devices

HPE Juniper Networking Automation and DevOps, Associate pairs Python with PyEZ, NETCONF, and data serialization, so it addresses much of the same scripting ground on Junos devices.

Who it suits

Appropriate for network engineers who want Python and API fundamentals, particularly in Juniper environments rather than Cisco enterprise controllers.

Key differences

  • Programming content applies through Juniper's PyEZ library and NETCONF, in place of Cisco controllers and platform APIs used in the Cisco exam.
  • Controller-based enterprise automation is not part of its scope, since it focuses on automating individual Junos devices.
  • Because it is positioned at the associate tier, it is a gentler step for newcomers than a specialist exam.
Level
Associate
Assessment
Written
Study time
55-110h
Listed from
$200

Side by side

How the options compare on the record

Structured facts from each certification record, with Cisco Certified Automation Specialist - Enterprise Automation and Programmability as the reference row. Prices and exam details change, so check the provider before deciding.

CertificationCompared forLevelAssessmentStudy timeListed from
Reference
SpecialtyWritten100-220h$300
SpecialtyPractical85-155hNot listed
AssociateWritten55-110h$200

Next steps

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