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Welcome to The U.<\/em>, a new expert-led technical video series<\/strong> from the masterminds behind <\/span>Cisco U.<\/span>, our new digital tech learning experience. Episodes arrive packed with<\/span> deep dives and step-by-step tutorials on all things Cisco, with topics like automation, networking, cloud, security, and AI. <\/span><\/p>\n

But, that\u2019s not all. Episodes are short. Really<\/em> short, and for good reason. <\/span>You may have heard the statistics on modern human attention spans. Since 2000, our average attention span has decreased by 25 percent, to a total of only 8.25 seconds. (In case you were wondering, yes\u2014that means attention spans are now officially shorter than that of a goldfish.) And when learning lacks attention, it lowers retention.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve been a member of the Cisco Learning community for a while now, then you know we love a challenge. The only thing we love more is sharing its solution. Read on to learn more about the experts, learning topics, and technologies you\u2019ll see in this new, fast-paced tech video series, premiering Thursdays at noon Pacific Time on the Cisco U. by Learning and Certifications YouTube Channel.<\/p>\n

Introducing The U.<\/em>, born from Cisco U.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n

The U. <\/em>delivers upon the same learner-first promise as <\/span>Cisco U<\/span>. With tutorials and demos aligned to Cisco U. Learning Paths, this series works in conjunction with official Cisco technical training.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For context, check out \u201cCisco ISE Training Now Offers Integrated Labs for Hands-on Digital Learning.\u201d Read now.<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n

Tech learners see, tech learners do<\/strong><\/h3>\n

We love a learn-by-doing approach. You, the viewer, can follow along with our Tech Experts, replicating their code and learning the techniques they bring to their jobs on a monthly basis. <\/span><\/p>\n

E<\/span>ver wanted to take a peek behind the curtain of Principal Automation Engineer Hank Preston\u2019s day job and see which technology concepts he uses? And how? And why? Look no further than \u201cTechnically Speaking\u2026 with Hank Preston,\u201d Hank\u2019s very own segment.<\/span><\/p>\n

What if you want to learn how to write a <\/span>Netmiko Script<\/span> with Senior Tech Advocate Jason Belk, or have some fun with <\/span>Python Strings<\/span> with Lead Tech Advocate Kareem Iskander? Our Technical Advocates are regulars on\u00a0The U.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

What about other tech topics? Is it just Cisco certification stuff?<\/em> Glad you asked. Explore cutting-edge topics in Python, ChatGPT, gTTS (Google Text-to-Speech), and WebEx with Developer Advocate John Capobianco in his segment, \u201cCoding with Capo.\u201d <\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Technical advocates explain IT all<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Our Technical Advocacy team has a huge passion for learning, and they have the experience and expertise to explain it all. Whether it\u2019s learning Git in 15 minutes, getting started <\/span>with IaC and Terraform, Docker Containers for Network Engineers, or more advanced tech topics, the possibilities are endless. <\/span>They are here to ease the burden and lower the barrier for those looking to get certified. <\/span><\/p>\n

Join Kareem, Jason, and Quinn Snyder as they explore everything you want to know about systems and network engineering.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cTechnically Speaking\u2026 with Hank Preston\u201d<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n

Technically speaking, Hank is a pro. P E R I O D.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For those of you who don\u2019t know Hank (yet), his passions are technology and theater. And well, it shows. Hank brings his signature charismatic energy and knowledge to each step-by-step tutorials. These videos are short and entertaining, limiting the need to Google \u201cdefine Container Networking at Layer 1\u201d or ask \u201cwhat is the Linux \u2018ip\u2019 Command?\u201d (Yeah, we know you\u2019ve done it.)<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch episode: Container Networking at Layer 1<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cCoding with Capo\u201d<\/b><\/h2>\n

\u201cCoding with Capo\u201d is bold, future-facing, and FUN. On the forefront of the AI revolution, John shows us how we can work with AI to automate our network, create plugins, and include Integrations with Webex.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Jump in with John Capobianco, so when new technologies raise the bar, you can say, \u201cHow high<\/em>?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Watch episode: How to integrate gTTs with ChatGPT and Python\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

What\u2019s next for tech learners on The U.<\/em><\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n

Don\u2019t miss out on these upcoming episodes:<\/span><\/p>\n