The Art of Network Engineering
The Art of Network Engineering blends technical insight with real-world stories from engineers, innovators, and IT pros. From data centers on cruise ships to rockets in space, we explore the people, tools, and trends shaping the future of networking, while keeping it authentic, practical, and human.
We tell the human stories behind network engineering so every engineer feels seen, supported, and inspired to grow in a rapidly changing industry.
For more information, check out https://artofnetworkengineering.com
Episodes
214 episodes
What is a Network Operations Center (NOC)
Andy and Aaron discuss Andy’s time working in the NOC, nicknames, and how important the mental game is to success.Full show notes, transcript and links:
The Cloud with Bart Castle Part 2
We are back this episode with Part 2 of our conversation with Bart Castle! Bart, Andy, and Aaron talk about the benefits of the cloud to software devs, Bart’s roots in networking, and a whole lot more in this week’s episode!Follow Bart!<...
The Cloud with Bart Castle Part 1
In this week’s episode we talk to musician, artist, and Cloud Guru – Bart Castle! Bart weaves an engaging and brilliant tapestry of music, yurts, wanderlust and cloud stories. Buckle up and get ready to learn some cool stuff on this one!...
Generalist vs Specialist Network Engineer
In this episode A.J., Andy and Dan discuss the differences between being a siloed engineer vs a jack of all trades. There are certainly pros and cons to each of these approaches. The team leverages and shares their experience with each of these...
What is a Sales Engineer with Jeff Clark
In this episode, we talk to Jeff Clark, a Sales Engineer at Fortinet. Jeff discusses how he went from a mortgage broker to Network Engineer, to SE, as well as what the SE role is all about. You can find more of Jeff online at:http:...
Technical Interviews for Network Engineers with Tim McConnaughy
In this episode, Dan and Andy discuss the technical interview with special guest, Tim McConnaughy. Tim is a Technical Solutions Architect at Cisco who has a lot of experience on both sides of the technical interview table. The guys talk about t...
Streaming's Impact on Network Infrastructure
In this episode, the guys talk about the life of a cord-cutter. The advantages and disadvantages of cord-cutting over traditional TV, the backend wheelings and dealings that make pay-as-you-go options impossible in traditional distribution mode...
Pass More Exams with Author Peter Brown
In this episode, we talk with Peter Brown, co-author of Make it Stick! Peter is one of the team of three authors that wrote Make it Stick: The Science of Successful Learning. Peter explains the original idea for the book, the team discusses man...
Healthcare Networking with Tim Bertino
In this episode, we talk to Tim Bertino! Tim is part of the AONE family working on our blog. He is the author and creator of the Faces of the Journey series, and he helps to find, and create, binge worth content for our website. When Tim isn’t ...
Mental Health Tips for Network Engineers
In this episode, the boys take a moment to talk about mental health. They stress how important it is to take time and make sure to take good care of your mental health. If you’re going through difficult times it’s okay. It’s okay to have feelin...
How Two Cable Guys Became Network Engineers
In this episode, Andy and Aaron discuss their experiences as cable guys and how they contributed to their current IT positions. You’ll hear about the varied skillsets they obtained as cable technicians and how being a cable guy can be a great i...
Network Engineering Careers: Pre-IT Jobs and Career Pivots
In this episode, Andy and A.J. discuss the jobs they had prior to getting into tech, and the decisions that ultimately led them to an IT Career path. You’ll hear the paths we almost took, why we ended up not taking them, and how Andy burned a c...
Rural Network Engineering Jobs: Career Challenges
In this week’s episode, Andy and Aaron are absent, so it’s the Dan and A.J show! Dan and AJ talk about living in rural areas and the various challenges it can pose to the job market. They set the stage by talking about population sizes in their...
Goal Tracking Strategies for Network Engineers
A.J., Dan, and Andy talk strategies for tracking progress on goals. As always, we get off the main topic but we cover a lot of great stuff in this episode, like how to properly use flashcards, using practice exams as a tool, and not waiting unt...
Network Engineering Goals for 2021
In this episode, the guys discuss goal setting and their goals for 2021. Join them and let us know what you’re committing to in 2021. Hit us up on Twitter @artofneteng or use the hashtag #aone.<...
Cisco TAC Career Path with Mansoor Alam
In this week’s episode we talk to Mansoor. Mansoor works as Cisco TAC HTTS – (High Touch Technical Support) Technical Consulting Engineer dedicated to Google and AT&T. Mansoor started out working in NYC as a Cab driver and eventually found ...
Network Engineer Study Habits with Keith Barker
In part two Keith shares insights on how he studies! He recommends reinvesting 2-3% of your income back into yourself, used for video training, lab equipment, and other study materials to help you grow. He goes on to discuss how he stays motive...
Keith Barker's Journey to Two CCIEs
In this episode, we talk to The OG himself, Keith Barker! Keith, very openly, shares his journey into tech, and then into teaching. Keith also shares his experience obtaining not one, but two CCIEs – and this was all in just part one of this ex...
Network Automation Engineer Daniel Teycheney on Getting Started
This week we talk with Daniel Teycheney, all the way from Australia! Daniel talks about life as a Network Engineer in Australia, the similarities and differences. Daniel is a Network Automation Engineer for a global company. He shares his journ...
Top 10 Networking Questions: Study Materials, Labs, Habits
In this episode, the guys answer the top 10 questions about getting started in networking. What study materials should I use? Physical vs. virtual lab? What are some good study habits? And, so much more!This episode runs a little longer ...
Network Engineering Jobs with Brittany Mussett
In this episode we speak to our resident technical recruiter, Brittany! Brittany is a Lead Technology Recruiter at Oscar Technology. She focuses mostly on the network industry and primarily helps to fill network engineering related positions. B...
Carl Zellers: Network Career Path and Cisco Exam Prep
This week we talk to Carl! Carl shares his journey from the Marines, to FedEx, and then into IT. Carl also shares his experience preparing for, and taking, certification exams.Check out Carl’s article on the AONE Blog –
Network Engineer Study Habits and Total Compensation
In this episode, you guessed, it’s just A.J. and Aaron. A.J. shares the latest journey he’s begun, discussing physical vs digital books, and more. The guys also discuss study habits and styles, and the idea of “total compensation” with your emp...
What is a Network Engineer? With Zig Zsiga
This week Zig Zsiga joins the crew as we discuss – What is a Network Engineer? Zig is a Customer Delivery Architect at Cisco. Outside of Cisco he runs his own blog, YouTube Channel, and Podcast. Zig is also developing and running course on bein...
Network Engineering Interview with Knox Hutchinson
This week’s episode is part 2 of our interview with Knox Hutchinson. Check it out!This episode was not sponsored by CBT Nuggets. Knox just happens to be big fan of the podcast and we’re are a big fan of him, so this just made sense!<...
