Certification Overview

Each DevNet Professional certification requires two exams:

1. Core Exam – Covers foundational software development and automation technologies.
2. Concentration Exam – Allows candidates to specialize in a specific DevNet technology area.

Note: Passing the core exam also qualifies you for the corresponding CCIE DevNet lab exam.

Track Details & Exam Requirements

With DevNet Professional, you demonstrate your ability to:

• Develop applications using Cisco platforms and APIs
• Automate network infrastructure and security solutions
• Implement DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Use Python and other programming languages for network automation
• Secure applications and APIs
• Integrate cloud and infrastructure platforms

Required Exams

🔹 Core Exam (Required)

• 350-901 DEVCOR – Developing Applications Using Cisco Core Platforms and APIs

Core Exam Focus Areas:

• Software development and design
• Using APIs and Cisco platforms
• Application deployment and security
• Infrastructure and automation
• Network fundamentals
• DevOps and CI/CD

🔹 Concentration Exam (Choose One)

You must choose one of the following DevNet-focused concentration exams:

• 300-435 ENAUTO – Automating and Programming Cisco Enterprise Solutions
• 300-535 SPAUTO – Automating and Programming Cisco Service Provider Solutions
• 300-635 DCAUTO – Automating and Programming Cisco Data Center Solutions
• 300-735 SAUTO – Automating and Programming Cisco Security Solutions
• 300-910 DEVOPS – Implementing DevOps Solutions and Practices Using Cisco Platforms
• 300-915 DEVIOT – Developing Solutions Using Cisco IoT and Edge Platforms

Concentration Focus Areas Include:

• Network automation
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• DevOps methodologies
• Cisco platform integration
• Cloud and edge application development
• Security automation

Validity & Recertification

Validity Period: 3 Years

Renewal Options

You can recertify by completing any one of the following:

• Pass one professional-level core exam
• Pass any two professional-level concentration exams
• Pass one expert-level lab exam
• Earn continuing education credits

Recommended Experience

There are no formal prerequisites for DevNet Professional. However, Cisco recommends:

• 3–5 years of experience in software development and network automation
• Strong knowledge of Python, APIs, and DevOps practices
• Understanding of networking fundamentals

Who Should Pursue DevNet Professional?

• Network Automation Engineers
• Software Developers working with infrastructure
• DevOps Engineers
• Cloud Engineers
• Systems Engineers

Career Benefits

• Validates advanced automation and software development skills
• Bridges networking and programming expertise
• Prepares you for CCIE DevNet certification
• Enhances career growth and earning potential in modern IT environments