Online Workshop

AI and MCP Servers in Network Automation:
The Next Generation of Networking

Join our 3-hour live online workshop, designed for networking students and engineers. Uncover how AI agents, MCP servers, and cutting-edge tools like Gemini CLI are revolutionizing modern network automation.

Duration 3 Hours (Live Online Session)

Level Beginner, Intermediate, Expert

Ideal For Network Engineers, IT Students

Date & Time December 20, 2025 • 09:00 PM KSA (AST)

$12

Workshop Overview

The “AI and MCP Servers in Network Automation” workshop introduces network engineers and students to the rapidly evolving world of AI-driven network automation. In this live, hands-on session, you’ll learn how AI Agents, MCP Servers, and tools like Gemini CLI can simplify and accelerate network configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

Participants will explore both conceptual foundations and real-world automation demos that show how artificial intelligence can communicate securely with routers, switches, and servers to execute network tasks intelligently.

Workshop Instructor

Abed Alrahman Alloush

🎯 Key Takeaways

Understand how AI and MCP Servers revolutionize traditional network operations.
Learn the architecture and workflow of MCP and AI coding agents.
Gain hands-on exposure to Gemini CLI and network device automation inside PNETLab.
Discover how AI prompts and YAML-based memory can enhance automation logic.
Explore practical use cases of AI-driven network management for enterprise environments.

Agenda & Session Breakdown

This 3-hour live session is divided into two focused parts — blending conceptual learning with real-world, hands-on demonstrations. Participants will not only understand the theory behind AI-powered automation but also experience it in action using MCP Servers, Gemini CLI, and PNETLab.

🕐 00:00 - 01:00

Part 1: AI Concepts and MCP Architecture for Network Engineers

Introduction to AI and its role in network automation
Transition from manual CLI to intelligent AI-driven workflows
Understanding MCP Server architecture and AI prompt handling
Visual demo: How AI Agents communicate through MCP to network devices

🕑 01:00 - 03:00

Part 2: Practical Network Automation using Gemini CLI, AI Coding Agents, MCP Servers, and PNETLab

Setting up the lab environment with PNETLab and MCP Server
Connecting Gemini CLI with AI agents for network control
Running safe operational commands (e.g., show ip interface brief)
Automating device configuration with YAML-based memory and AI prompts
Demonstration: Real-time automation workflow inside PNETLab

Learning Outcomes & Target Audience

🎓 Learning Outcomes

Explain the core AI concepts that apply to network automation.
Understand the architecture of MCP Servers and their role in automation workflows.
Integrate Gemini CLI with AI coding agents for automated device control.
Use PNETLab to simulate and test AI-driven automation scenarios.
Apply YAML-based memory and prompts to automate network tasks intelligently.

👥 Target Audience

Networking Students aiming to enhance their CCNA/CCNP skills with AI knowledge.
Network Engineers exploring automation with modern AI-driven tools.
IT Instructors and educators looking to integrate AI in their network labs.
DevNet & NetDevOps Learners focusing on Python and AI-based automation.
System Administrators interested in the future of intelligent network management.

Registration & Contact

$12 — Limited seats

Ready to join the AI and MCP Servers in Network Automation workshop? Reserve your spot today by contacting us directly on WhatsApp. You can also reach out for group registration or course collaboration inquiries.

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Note: Limited seats available. Early registration is recommended to secure your spot.

After registration, payment details and workshop access links will be shared via WhatsApp.

AI and MCP Servers in Network Automation: The Next Generation of Networking