Network Automation in Practice – Join us as we launch a new community-driven meetup focused on all things network automation. This event is all about sharing knowledge, real-world experiences, and building connections with like-minded professionals from the Rhine-Main region.
Please note: The event will be held in English.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, September 4, 2025
Time: S 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Logicalis Office Neu-Isenburg, Siemensstraße 10 · Neu-Isenburg
Hosted by: NetAuto Group RheinMain
Snacks and drinks will be provided.
What to Expect
Whether you're just getting started or have years of experience with network automation, this event offers a relaxed and engaging environment to connect, learn, and exchange ideas:
Agenda
- 6:30 PM – Arrival, networking, and food
- Lightning Talk: "What is Network Automation for You?"
– Florian Löhden shares the motivation behind the group and kicks off an open discussion - Interactive Discussion: How did you get into network automation?
- Shared Reflections: What does network automation mean to you personally?
- Short Break (15 minutes)
- Technical Talk: "Automating Nokia SR Linux: My Way with Custom Ansible Modules"
– Uzma Saman Chanderki presents her custom-built solution and lessons learned - Closing Networking Session
Speaker Highlights
Florian Löhden
Florian is a DevOps Engineer with a strong background in automation and one of the initiators of the NetAuto Group RheinMain. In his lightning talk, he’ll introduce the goals behind the group and kick off a discussion on how we each got into network automation—and what it means to us today.
Uzma Saman Chanderki
Uzma is a NetDevOps Engineer with hands-on experience across multiple platforms. In her talk, she’ll share how she developed a custom Ansible module for Nokia SR Linux, why she chose to build her own instead of using the official collection, and what she learned along the way. Her session offers practical insights for anyone navigating vendor-specific tooling or considering custom solutions.
Why You Should Join
- Discover new tools, methods, and best practices
- Meet and exchange ideas with professionals from the region
- Share your own journey and learn from others
- Be part of a growing community focused on practical, no-nonsense knowledge sharing
Join us and be part of shaping the future of network automation – one conversation at a time.