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- Mastering AI-Optimized Networking: Cisco 8000 + Aviz ONES SONiC Bootcamp
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Mastering AI-Optimized Networking: Cisco 8000 + Aviz ONES SONiC Bootcamp
Thursday, April 3, 2025
8:00 am PST - 9:00 am PST
Explore the Future of AI-Optimized Networking
Are you ready to take your network operations to the next level? Join us for an exclusive Cisco 8000 + Aviz ONES SONiC Bootcamp, where industry experts from Cisco and Aviz Networks will dive deep into the power of SONiC on Cisco 8000 and how AI-driven observability is transforming network operations.
This hands-on bootcamp will cover real-world deployment models, live demos, and AI-powered automation to help you scale your infrastructure efficiently.


Agenda
Part 1: The Cisco 8000 SONiC Evolution (Presented by Cisco)
- Why SONiC on Cisco 8000?
- Exploring Cisco 8000 SONiC Deployment Models
- Cisco 8000 SONiC Success Stories
Part 2: Real-World Operations & AI-Driven Observability with Aviz ONES (Presented by Aviz Networks)
- 1. Live Demo: Observability & orchestration of Cisco 8000 SONiC with Aviz ONES
- 2. Automated deployment & provisioning with Aviz ONES
- 3. Real-time monitoring, telemetry, and troubleshooting
- 4. AI Networking with SONiC: A Practical Guide
- a. Ensuring high-performance network operations for AI workloads
- b. SONiC optimization for GPU networks (RoCE, congestion control: PFC, ECN)
- c. Scaling AI workloads across SONiC-powered Cisco 8000 fabrics
Q&A and Open Discussion with Cisco & Aviz Experts
Who Should Attend?
- 1. Network Architects & Engineers
- 2. AI/ML Infrastructure Teams
- 3. Cloud & Data Center Operators
- 4. SONiC Enthusiasts
Don’t Miss Out!
Speakers

Khurram Khani, VP of Customer Success, Aviz Networks
Khurram Khani is a technology leader with 20yrs of experience in Data Networking, Cloud and Open Source. His leadership in large-scale data center transformations demonstrates his ability to navigate complex technical environments and drive successful implementations. Currently, he is at the helm of Customer Success at Aviz, where he plays a crucial role in making SONiC/ Open Networking and generative AI technologies accessible to a broad audience.

Satish Surapaneni, Director of Product Management, Cisco
Satish Surapaneni is a technology leader specializing in AI-driven networking and large-scale infrastructure. As Director of Product Management at Cisco, he drives next-gen networking solutions for AI/ML workloads across Data Center and WAN environments.
With deep expertise in networking, automation, and AI infrastructure, Satish is shaping scalable, high-performance networks for modern enterprises. Passionate about innovation, he tackles complex challenges to advance AI-powered networking.