{"id":12632,"date":"2024-06-01T17:12:30","date_gmt":"2024-06-01T17:12:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dmsretail.com\/RetailNews\/for-the-love-of-learning-were-here-for-you-at-cisco-live-2024-las-vegas\/"},"modified":"2024-06-01T17:12:30","modified_gmt":"2024-06-01T17:12:30","slug":"for-the-love-of-learning-were-here-for-you-at-cisco-live-2024-las-vegas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dmsretail.com\/RetailNews\/for-the-love-of-learning-were-here-for-you-at-cisco-live-2024-las-vegas\/","title":{"rendered":"For the Love of Learning: We\u2019re Here for You at Cisco Live 2024 Las Vegas!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/dmsretail.com\/online-workshops-list\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-496\" src=\"https:\/\/dmsretail.com\/RetailNews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/RETAIL-ONLINE-TRAINING-728-X-90.png\" alt=\"Retail Online Training\" width=\"729\" height=\"91\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dmsretail.com\/RetailNews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/RETAIL-ONLINE-TRAINING-728-X-90.png 729w, https:\/\/dmsretail.com\/RetailNews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/RETAIL-ONLINE-TRAINING-728-X-90-300x37.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 729px) 100vw, 729px\" \/><\/a><\/p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Cisco Live is all about learning, as are Cisco Learning &amp; Certifications and Cisco U. We\u2019re here to provide the opportunities you need to learn everything you can and apply your newfound knowledge as soon as possible in the tech career you want. Cisco Live 2024 promises to enlighten and educate more than ever this year, with enriching opportunities to help you build skills and achieve your future career goals.<\/p>\n<p>June 2\u20136 in Las Vegas, NV, we\u2019ll be introducing so many new learning opportunities, especially those surrounding <strong>AI, Cloud, Security,<\/strong> and of course, <strong>Automation\u2014<\/strong>all of which are front runners in the future of your work. (Learn more about these themes and learning sessions in the next Cisco Live blog by Kareem Iskander.)<\/p>\n<p>Read on to find out what\u2019s in store for your next learning and certification journey as well as more nuggets to look forward to in Vegas. We hope to see you there!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Learning &amp; Certifications joins forces with DevNet<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Learning &amp; Certifications is joining forces with DevNet at Cisco Live to introduce a new end-to-end experience, the <strong>Up-Skill Hub<\/strong>. Here is where innovation, knowledge, and community come together to provide a unified up-skilling journey and ensure you get the most out of your time with us. Within the Up-Skill Hub, you\u2019ll have the chance to engage with Learning &amp; Certifications and visit the DevNet Zone. Then, head into the brand-new Skills Stage and the Cisco U. Theater\u2014all in one spot.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The <strong>DevNet Zone<\/strong> will feature how-to sessions, hands-on workshops, a DevNet Sandbox arcade, and the space to share your feedback in real time on Cisco\u2019s products and solutions. Collaborate with technical experts through design thinking exercises and live Q&amp;A.<\/li>\n<li>On the <strong>Skills Stage<\/strong>, you\u2019ll see demos with experts leading both sessions, which will cover popular Cisco platforms, including Catalyst Center, Thousand Eyes, Meraki, and IOS XE. From ClickOps to Automation, you\u2019ll step into a guided technical journey that will transform your workflows from command line, GUI, and dashboards into the world of IDE, APIs and automation, helping you optimize and scale your deployments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Limited seating is available, so register today!<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>All roads lead to the Cisco U. Theater<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>You\u2019ll find the <strong>Cisco U. Theater<\/strong> inside the <strong>Learning &amp; Certifications space <\/strong>(we also live stream on YouTube). With so many technical themes, you can drop in for impromptu sessions whenever you want\u2014in person or virtually. Check out the Session Catalog to see what\u2019s on the docket for the Cisco U. Theater. You can add these sessions to your schedule, or just stop by when you have a minute, regardless of your registration package.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Join us in the Cisco U. Theater or watch online from anywhere.<\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Subscribe to our YouTube channel and turn on notifications.<\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2><strong>Automating with Continuing Education<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Automation is one of our big themes this year, and naturally, the Learning &amp; Certifications team has automated the tedious task of logging Continuing Education (CE) credits, which means less manual data entry, fewer manual submission headaches, and a more seamless learning and recertification experience so you can stay focused on learning.<\/p>\n<p>As you are planning your Cisco Live experience, keep an eye out for sessions that are eligible for Continuing Education (CE) credits. For a breakdown of how many credits you can earn per session, please visit the Cisco Continuing Education Program.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">You can also earn CE credits at Cisco Live by completing Capture the Flag missions.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;\"><strong>Rev Up to Recert: Nexus Dashboard<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Rev Up to Recert gives you free, limited-time access to premium learning content. What\u2019s more, if you are an active Cisco certification holder, you can also earn CE credits! Now through July 8, 2024, you can learn and earn 26 CE credits with free access to the Cisco Data Center Nexus Dashboard Essentials | DCNDE Learning Path in Cisco U.<\/p>\n<p><em>Need more CE credits to recertify? You can also complete the Understanding Cisco Network Automation Essentials | DEVNAE Learning Path for free.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><strong>There\u2019s never been a better time to certify<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Learning never stops, especially when you\u2019re part of a growing and changing industry such as ours. We get it, and we\u2019re here to make your certification process as painless as possible.<\/p>\n<p>As Cisco\u2019s only organization to create certifications, Learning &amp; Certifications offers ANSI-certified industry certifications that reflect the skills you need in the industry today and tomorrow. We serve more than 1 million Cisco Learning Network members and just celebrated the 30th Anniversary of our CCIE program in 2023.<\/p>\n<p>Check out these on-site certification opportunities:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t forget to schedule your exam on-site for <strong>50% off<\/strong>. Space is limited, so schedule your exam early.<\/li>\n<li>We will now offer <strong>CCST exams at no cost<\/strong> to attendees who schedule and test on-site.<\/li>\n<li>You can also earn <strong>CE<\/strong><strong> credits<\/strong> when you register for <strong>eligible sessions<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Not attending Cisco Live this year? Up your chances for <strong>exam success<\/strong> with <strong>Cisco Exam Safeguard!<\/strong> If you don\u2019t succeed at your first exam attempt, retry at no additional cost. For added assurance, you can upgrade to <strong>Safeguard Plus <\/strong>to\u00a0gain access to <strong>official Cisco exam review practice tests<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Also within the Learning &amp; Certifications space are demos, the Certification Lounge, and Cisco Modeling Labs (Cisco\u2019s premier platform for network simulation).<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Save on Cisco Modeling Labs during Cisco Live!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Save 25%<\/strong><strong> on CML-Personal \/ -Personal Plus from June 2\u20136, 2024. (No code required.)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><span style=\"color: #333333;\"><strong>Save more: Get scanned in the Learning &amp; Certifications space to save 50% off. Ask us how.<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2><strong>G<\/strong><strong>et ready for CCNA v1.1 updates<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>In the\u00a0ever-changing\u00a0world\u00a0of networking and IT infrastructure, it\u2019s critical to stay up to date in the\u00a0latest technology trends. That\u2019s why the <strong>CCNA certification<\/strong> is undergoing some minor (but important) updates. Beginning <strong>August 20, 2024<\/strong>,\u00a0the <strong>200-301\u00a0CCNA exam topics<\/strong> will include\u00a0<strong>Generative\u00a0AI, Cloud Network Management,\u00a0and\u00a0Machine Learning<\/strong>.\u00a0These topics are obviously important, relevant areas\u00a0for today\u2019s IT professionals (or anyone aspiring to become\u00a0a\u00a0networking professional).<\/p>\n<p>Rest assured these are <strong>minor updates<\/strong> to the overall exam and account for only <strong>10 percent of the updated questions<\/strong>.\u00a0So if\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0studying\u00a0for your CCNA certification exam today, keep going.\u00a0You have plenty of time to complete\u00a0the current\u00a0exam!<\/p>\n<p>Exam topics are available now for download.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Happy Birthday, Cisco U.!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Do you love cupcakes as much as I do? If so, you\u2019ll want to join us during our first <strong>Happy Hour on Tuesday at 4 pm<\/strong> in the Learning &amp; Certifications space. We\u2019ll be celebrating <strong>one year of Cisco U<\/strong>., our new digital learning experience that continues to offer you personalized recommendations and progress tracking for your learning, with diverse content types to suit your learning style as well as community connections to keep you engaged. Over the past year, Cisco U. has enhanced learner features, enterprise features, and commerce capabilities.<\/p>\n<p>Cisco U. recommends content just for you and your team. You\u2019ll receive:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Support from your peers<\/li>\n<li>Holistic training for Cisco products and beyond<\/li>\n<li>Personalized, self-paced learning<\/li>\n<li>In-depth, multi-vendor training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And we\u2019re not done yet! You can look forward to even more content as we grow. Stay tuned!<\/p>\n<p>Subscriptions to Cisco U. include one year\u2019s access to Cisco in-depth product, solution, and certification training and labs, plus Cisco-adjacent content to support multi-vendor tech stacks.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about Cisco U. or create a free account.<\/p>\n<p>Stop by the <strong>Learning &amp; Certifications space <\/strong>to learn more in person!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>A digital experience<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Not only are we live, we\u2019re also online. Take a look at the Learning &amp; Certifications Digital Events page, where you\u2019ll find the latest offers and updates from Cisco Live for our entire #CiscoCert Community.<\/p>\n<p>If you can\u2019t make it to Vegas, check out our YouTube live-streaming playlist.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;\"><strong>Prep help for Enterprise Network Assurance Specialist exam<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Don\u2019t prep alone! Get some help with the new Enterprise Network Assurance (ENNA) specialist certification study program, designed to help you reach your certification goals with confidence. The <strong>Network Assurance Prep Program<\/strong> is a free resource for Enterprise Network Assurance exam candidates, jam-packed with expert-led discussions and webinars, step-by-step guidance through the exam material, practice tests, and more. Don\u2019t miss out; sign up today and get exam-ready. Sign up for Network Assurance Prep.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Let\u2019s party!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>The <strong>CCIE Party<\/strong> happens <strong>Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 7pm \u2013 10pm<\/strong> at the <strong>Virgin Hotel Sky Bar<\/strong>. Invite only please.<\/li>\n<li>Join us for <strong>Happy Hour<\/strong> <strong>Tuesday and Wednesday (June 4 &amp; 5), 2:30 to 3:30<\/strong> in the <strong>Learning &amp; Certifications<\/strong> space<strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Something for everyone<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Just remember, we are dedicated to your learning, whether you own your business, you\u2019re seasoned in your career, you want to build your technical prowess, or you\u2019re just starting out. There\u2019s something for everyone here, and we know you\u2019ll find useful and even inspiring information as you join us on this journey into your work future.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Sign up for\u00a0Cisco U.\u00a0| Join the\u202f\u00a0Cisco Learning Network\u202ftoday for free.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Follow Cisco Learning &amp; Certifications<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/LearningatCisco\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">X<\/a>\u202f|\u202fThreads\u00a0|\u00a0Facebook\u202f|\u202fLinkedIn\u202f|\u202fInstagram<\/strong><strong>\u202f|\u202fYouTube<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Use\u202f\u00a0<strong>#CiscoLive, #CiscoU <\/strong>and\u00a0<strong>#CiscoCert<\/strong>\u202fto join the conversation.<\/p>\n<p>Share:<\/p>\n<p>\n  \t<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><script async defer src=\"https:\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><p><a href=\"https:\/\/dmsretail.com\/online-workshops-list\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-496\" src=\"https:\/\/dmsretail.com\/RetailNews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/RETAIL-ONLINE-TRAINING-728-X-90.png\" alt=\"Retail Online Training\" width=\"729\" height=\"91\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dmsretail.com\/RetailNews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/RETAIL-ONLINE-TRAINING-728-X-90.png 729w, https:\/\/dmsretail.com\/RetailNews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/RETAIL-ONLINE-TRAINING-728-X-90-300x37.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 729px) 100vw, 729px\" \/><\/a><\/p><br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cisco Live is all about learning, as are Cisco Learning &amp; Certifications and Cisco U. 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