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  • Which two hypervisor platforms can be used for testing virtual appliances?
  • What are common tools used for build environments?
  • In which type of request would you use 'X-Auth-Token' for authentication?
  • If you need to deploy a CI pipeline that exists fully in your data center, which build server should you use?
  • Which type of test is used to verify the real-time state of network devices?
  • Which tool validates YANG modules online?
  • What is the purpose of a Test Suite in software testing?
  • What are the four core layers of the NETCONF protocol stack?
  • What is a main purpose of an out-of-band management network?
  • What defines a Sprint in Agile methodology?
  • Which Linux distribution is noted for focusing on home router functionality?
  • What is the primary function of the management plane in a network?
  • What is the function of the ACI Toolkit?
  • Which system provides a way to automate the deployment of applications?
  • Which command would you use to check DNS resolution of a specific hostname?
  • What is the primary advantage of using network automation tools?
  • What are the two components of a unittest framework?
  • Which programming language is commonly used for scripting in network automation?
  • What does it mean if an automation tool is an agent-based solution?
  • Which solution has the ability to use OpenFlow?
  • Which command is used to take a local snapshot in Git?
  • Which automation tool is considered one of the oldest agent-based solutions on the market and is written in Ruby?
  • Which command is typically used to test REST APIs in an interactive manner?
  • In the context of Ansible, what is a Playbook?
  • Which is an advantage of using the Cisco Nexus Data Broker?
  • What command is commonly used to view the TCP and UDP port status?
  • When changing an interface address with the ip addr command, how do you make the change persist through a system restart?
  • Which automation tool relies on YAML for its configuration files?
  • What is the idea called of leveraging Chat Bots in day-to-day operations?
  • Why is it important to implement ACLs in both ingress and egress directions?
  • What file system permission is needed to change the routing table?
  • Which tool is used to navigate the ACI managed objects in real-time?
  • Which command correctly adds a remote?
  • What should be added to an access list protecting a management interface connecting to an out-of-band management network?
  • Which two Cisco platforms can be used together to easily model WAN services and examine the impact of changes?
  • Which of the following can be identified as two key capabilities of the Virtual Topology System?
  • Which role is essential for ensuring continuous integration in DevOps?
  • Which exec command drops you into the NETCONF sub-system?
  • Which of the following Linux distributions is focused on penetration and security testing?
  • What is indicated by a 204 No Content response?
  • Which solution would you use if you want to centralize monitoring tools such as IPS, packet sniffers, and real-time analytics?
  • Which of the following is a primary benefit of automated testing?
  • What is a common practice by teams who have embraced DevOps?
  • What is the definition of idempotency in automation tools?
  • What does APIC-EM’s northbound communication rely on?
  • What component is essential for Cisco's Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI)?
  • Which deployment model provides vertical partitioning by assigning certain resources in the switch or router to be controlled by the OpenFlow controller?
  • Which of the following is a characteristic of the network labs of tomorrow?
  • Which approach is commonly used in Agile software development?
  • What defines two advantages of virtual test environments?
  • Match each Response Code with its correct meaning: OK—Standard response for successful requests.
  • Which file is commonly referenced for DNS information?
  • Which tool can be used to visually browse YANG models?
  • What is a command line tool for consuming REST APIs?
  • Which of the following tools for application portability and development environments is an open source software application that creates and configures virtual development environments?
  • Which statement best describes DevNet?
  • What command turns on the REST API?
  • Which command would you use to clear the DNS cache on a Linux system?
  • What type of policy capabilities does APIC-EM implement?
  • Which command displays the local routing table?
  • What functionality does the APIC provide to users?
  • What format is data returned in for the ASA REST API?
  • Cisco Nexus switches use which API for network programmability?
  • Which CLI command API prints the output of the CLI command directly to stdout and returns nothing to Python?
  • Which model describes a network architecture that separates control and data planes?
  • Which of the following is an advantage of using REST APIs?
  • The WAN Automation Engine includes which of the following modules?
  • What Cisco platform can be used in the data center if ACI is not being used to simplify tenant and overlay management?
  • Which command is utilized to change a file's permissions?
  • Which command would correctly move a file named class.txt to a directory called MyClass?
  • Which Git command pushes your local snapshot to a remote repository?
  • Which library can be used to make configuration changes on a device?
  • Which command-line command is used for package management in Debian distributions including Ubuntu?
  • When should you look to automate network testing?
  • If you update the network configuration file on an Ubuntu host and don't see changes take effect, which command should you run?
  • Which library can be used to create your own Python bindings given a custom YANG module?
  • The 'grep' command allows a user to do which of the following?
  • What type of data format does NETCONF primarily use?
  • How do APIs influence network device management?
  • What is typically the first stage in a CI pipeline?
  • Which practice is essential for ensuring stable software releases in DevOps?
  • What term does Puppet use to refer to the tasks it automates?
  • Which statement is true about the YANG Validator?
  • What protocol is primarily used for network device management?
  • Which command displays local interface information?
  • Which statement is accurate regarding the CLI?
  • What command configures a repository to use a remote Git server?
  • Which automation tool does not require an agent to be installed on managed nodes?
  • You updated the proper network configuration file on your Ubuntu host but changes did not take effect. What command should you run?
  • Which YANG model type focuses on the management of network devices?
  • DevOps emphasizes building a culture of what among teams?
  • Which of the following is not a key feature of Cisco UCS Manager?
  • Which role in APIC-EM has the least amount of privileges?
  • Which protocol is specifically designed to facilitate network configuration and monitoring?
  • In which way does agile project management differ from waterfall?
  • Which term refers to systems that enable the monitoring and testing of network configurations?
  • Which networking standard is associated with Cisco's Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN)?
  • Which ACI programmability tool generates Python code from XML/JSON objects?
  • Which organization manages the development of the OpenFlow protocol?
  • What is a fundamental principle of Lean methodology?
  • Which directive automatically creates a new variable and assigns it the value of the JSON object returned?
  • Which service infrastructure underlies the APIC-EM system?
  • Which of the following is a characteristic of REST APIs?
  • What are common types of tools used by those embracing DevOps?
  • What is the smallest unit of testing when performing unit testing?
  • Which command is NOT commonly used to display interface information?
  • Match up the HTTP Methods with their function: Retrieves data from the specified object.
  • Which application aids in visualizing network interactions in ACI?
  • Which aspect is NOT typically managed by the management plane?
  • Which statement is correct concerning the ?xmlin? tool?
  • What is the primary focus of Configuration Management tools in a DevOps environment?
  • Which statement is correct regarding the Generic CLI Command Executor?
  • Which version of code is required for the ASA REST API?
  • Which of the following best describes the role of access control lists (ACLs) in network security?
  • Which option most closely maps to the dictionary data type in Python?
  • In the ACI Object Model, which element restricts visibility into the ACI fabric?
  • Which of the following is a characteristic of the management plane?
  • Which distribution is known as the most popular derivative that is based on Debian?
  • Which Cisco devices include an implementation of gRPC?
  • Which HTTP Request would you use in /api/monitoring?
  • Which HTTP verb creates new resources and is not considered a "safe" method?
  • What does Chef call its task automation scripts?
  • What is the main purpose of an out of band management network?
  • Network Service Orchestrator includes which of the following features?
  • Which client is used with NETCONF?
  • What should be added to an access list for an out of band management network?
  • What is the primary function of the PATCH method?
  • Management sessions typically use which three protocols to communicate with a network device?
  • Why should network programmability engineers learn Linux?
  • Which of the following is not a supported agent environment for Puppet Agent Installation?
  • How does APIC-EM utilize REST APIs?
  • Which of the following is not a feature and benefit of APIC-EM?
  • Which of the following Linux commands displays the local routing table?
  • In which file is DNS information referenced?
  • What command is used to execute a command with root privileges?
  • Which command enables NETCONF over SSH on IOS XR?
  • Which of the following is an advantage of Agile over Waterfall?
  • Which Cisco solution can be used to convert a Nexus switch into a matrix switch?
  • Which two statements apply to the Cisco UCS Director?
  • Which of the following is NOT a benefit of YANG models?
  • What is not a Waterfall Development Process phase?
  • What command provides local interface information?
  • Which command allows users to scroll through the output of a file?
  • Which of the following tools is primarily used for configuration management and written in Ruby?
  • Which command can be used to install a specific version of a Python package?
  • Which statement accurately reflects the significance of management planes in networking?
  • Which two statements are true regarding the management plane?
  • Why is enhanced security crucial when using network programmability methods?
  • What protocol provides a means to manage devices using XML and a standard formatting?
  • How are Python API models generated for YDK?
  • What is the purpose of the /etc/hosts file?
  • Why is enhanced security necessary when using network programmability methods?
  • Which Chrome application is used to interact with APIC-EM via REST APIs?
  • Which protocol is primarily used for extracting data from devices?
  • What is SDN?
  • What does the POST method do in the context of the API?
  • Which privilege level is required for invoking PUT operations?
  • What command initializes an empty Git repository?
  • NETCONF operates primarily over which transport protocol?
  • Which three YANG model types are supported by Cisco IOS XR?
  • Which protocols are used to expose YANG data models?
  • What are the primary communication methods used by the PnP Agent?
  • Which protocol is commonly used for northbound communication in APIC-EM?
  • What does the term 'Whitelist' indicate in the context of ACLs?
  • What functionality does RESTCONF provide for network management?
  • Which of the following is an advantage of Waterfall over Agile?
  • What describes a build system that is used on-premises, necessitating installation and configuration?
  • Which of the following two encoding types are supported by RESTCONF?
  • What does the term "centralized control" imply in the context of SDNs?
  • What is Lean philosophy focused on?
  • Which role has privileges similar to the Administrator but lacks access to controller settings?
  • What does Cobra provide?
  • What is the name of the Travis CI configuration file?
  • Which command displays real-time processor utilization in a readable format?
  • What is the primary responsibility of the management plane?
  • Where is it best to deploy access lists for strong infrastructure device protection?
  • Which of the following is an example of an open source off-box method that network operations teams might use for managing network devices?
  • What is the effect of compromising the management plane?
  • Which of the following three options are supported APIs of IOS XR?
  • Which of the following is not an aspect of Software-Defined Networking?
  • What technology does Cisco UCS use for policy-based management?
  • Which APIs on IOS XR are driven by YANG models?
  • When configuring ACLs, which method is considered a good practice?
  • What is the main focus of network management protocols in a modern setup?
  • What is the purpose of using containers in DevOps?
  • Which Cisco solution uses model driven APIs based off YANG models?
  • Which file should be edited to configure a network interface on a Linux system?
  • Which command allows you to print the working directory?
  • Which ACL practice restricts network access by blocking specific ports and subnets?
  • Which two statements are correct concerning the Cisco Nexus Data Broker?
  • Which of the following is a feature of the WAN Automation Engine?
  • Which protocol can encapsulate configurations for network devices in a structured manner?
  • Which component is used to gather information about a device when using Puppet?
  • When should ACLs be applied according to best practices?
  • Which two utilities can be used to interface with the NETCONF API on IOS XR?
  • Which tool uses recipes as its configuration format?
  • Which of the following response codes indicates that the server cannot find the requested resource?
  • Which command can display the status of network interfaces and routing tables in a summary format?
  • What is one of the main functions of Hiera in Puppet?
  • Which data structure does JSON represent?
  • Which command is used to copy a remote repository in Git?
  • In Ansible, what does the term _command relate to?
  • In the DevOps culture, what does the acronym CALMS stand for?
  • What characteristics are part of the Agile Software Development Process?
  • What is gRPC commonly used for in network programmability?
  • In networking, what does the term 'latency' refer to?
  • What command is used to view current IP addresses and network interface status?
  • What does CALMS stand for?
  • Which management protocol is tightly coupled with YANG?
  • Which command is typically used to enable a network interface on a device?
  • Which of the following is the best description of a CI/CD pipeline?
  • Which technology often integrates with SDN to enhance data center operations?
  • What is one of the main functions of APIC-EM Services?
  • What is a recognized virtual network emulator?
  • For the strongest protection of infrastructure devices, where should access lists be deployed?
  • What methods are supported with the APIC REST API?
  • What framework is used for structuring REST APIs in APIC-EM?
  • In a DevOps culture, what role does the concept of blameless postmortems serve?
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