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The Art of Network Engineering

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  • AI, Systems Thinking, and the Future of Network Engineers

    October 7, 2026 · 1 hr 14 min

    AI can write code, troubleshoot systems, build applications, analyze telemetry, and increasingly take actions on our behalf. So what happens to humans? In this episode of The Art of Network Engineering, Andy sits down with Ryan Booth to…

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    September 23, 2026 · 55 min

    Everyone says network engineers need to automate. Learn Python. Learn Ansible. Build a source of truth. Learn Git. Test your changes. Stop doing everything manually. There’s just one problem: When? At AutoCon 5 in Munich, Andy Lapteff sits…

  • The Power Of Curiosity | Drew Conry-Murray

    September 9, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min

    How does an English major with no technical background become one of the most recognizable voices in network engineering? Drew Conry-Murray didn't start his career configuring routers, chasing certifications, or working in a NOC. He…

  • Stop Vibe Coding: Start Spec-Driven Development, with John Capobianco

    August 26, 2026 · 1 hr 10 min

    John Capobianco is back, and this time the two of us are sitting in Munich building a subnetting game from scratch, live, with spec-driven development. I've been vibe coding automations for the show for about six months. Some of it works…

  • 500 Hours of Foosball, 20 Hours on Your Career | Mike Bushong on Staying Valuable

    August 12, 2026 · 37 min

    How much time did you invest in your career last year? At AutoCon 5 in Munich, Andy sits down with Mike Bushong for a candid conversation about career growth, automation, AI, and staying valuable as network engineering continues to…

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    August 5, 2026 · 1 hr 13 min

    AI is rapidly changing software development, but why are network engineers still hesitant to trust it? In this sponsored episode, Andy welcomes back CBT Nuggets trainer and Data Knox creator Knox Hutchinson to discuss the intersection of…

  • whoami: Network Engineering's Identity Crisis

    July 29, 2026 · 42 min

    In Linux, the whoami command returns the identity of the current user. But what happens when engineers ask that same question about themselves? Who am I if I am no longer the person who knows every command? Who am I if automation can…

  • The Biggest Myth About Open Source

    July 15, 2026 · 60 min

    Does making your code public mean giving away your best ideas? It's a question more developers are asking as AI makes software creation more accessible than ever. After spending decades believing software development wasn't for him, Andy…

  • Why Most Network Designs Are Flawed

    July 1, 2026 · 46 min

    Andy Lapteff sits down with network architect James Bensley at AutoCon 5 in Munich to explore the realities of service provider networking, architecture, automation, and standards development.   James shares his path from support engineer…

  • From Network Engineer to Product Marketing: A Career Path for Communicators

    June 17, 2026 · 47 min

    What happens when a network engineer realizes their biggest strength isn’t just technology, it’s communication? In this episode of The Art of Network Engineering, Andy Lapteff sits down with Patrick McCabe to discuss the transition from…

  • Networking for AI: Why Every Network Engineer Should Pay Attention in 2026

    June 3, 2026 · 46 min

    AI infrastructure is reshaping networking faster than most engineers realize. In this episode, Andy Lapteff sits down with Scott Robohn to discuss why traditional network engineers should start paying attention to AI networking, GPU…

  • Why Most Engineers Struggle to Build Visibility (And How to Change That)

    May 20, 2026 · 53 min

    Andy Lapteff sits down in person with Tom Hollingsworth ahead of Networking Field Day 40 for a wide-ranging conversation about Tech Field Day, what makes a great delegate, how great technical conversations happen, and why curiosity remains…

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About the show

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