Meraki Overview

Cisco Meraki is Cisco’s cloud-managed IT solution that lets enterprises securely connect users, devices, and applications across branch offices, campuses, and distributed environments. It provides centralized management of wireless, switching, security, and SD-WAN infrastructure through an intuitive cloud-based dashboard. With integrated capabilities for network visibility, security, and automation, Meraki simplifies network operations while delivering an optimal application experience.

Cisco Meraki simplifies network operations by providing granular network insights, automation, and centralized management that not only heighten network integrity but also deliver an optimal application experience. By liberating IT and network teams from complex network operations, Cisco Meraki empowers them to maximize productivity and improve operational efficiency and resiliency, ultimately accelerating digital transformation and innovation.

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) is a key principle in modern network management, allowing for the automation and orchestration of network configurations using the same principles as software development. With IaC, network configurations can be defined in code, versioned, and deployed in a consistent and repeatable manner. For Meraki deployments, IaC enables users to more effectively manage complex network topologies. An automated approach makes it easier for network operators to manage change.

Infrastructure as Code (IaC) also introduces software concepts such as testing and validation, which are essential for ensuring the reliability and stability of network configurations. By applying IaC principles to Meraki deployments, users can achieve greater agility, scalability, and operational efficiency in managing their network infrastructure.

To manage Meraki configurations, operators can leverage the capabilities of the Meraki Dashboard API, which provides a robust API for managing configurations programmatically, enabling automation for configuration management, network provisioning, and observability.

Network as Code Meraki provides a comprehensive Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solution for managing Meraki configurations using the Meraki Dashboard. Utilizing the same principles as used for all Network as Code solutions, Network as Code Meraki allows users to define, deploy, and manage Meraki configurations in a declarative manner. This approach simplifies the management of complex network topologies and enhances operational efficiency.