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Is SONiC the Right Fit for Your Network? PlugFest Test Results Unveiled

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Join us for an exclusive deep dive into the latest SONiC PlugFest results! In partnership with Keysight & World Wide Technology, this webinar will showcase key performance insights, interoperability findings, and real-world validation of SONiC across multiple hardware platforms. Get expert analysis, understand TCO benefits, and discover how SONiC is shaping the future of open networking.

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SONiC PlugFest Discussion

  • SONiC PlugFest Overview

(1GbE to 800 GbE)

  • Comprehensive Results and Insights per use case
(IpClos, EVPN/VXLAN, Layer 2 Leaf Spine (L2LS) & PoE, RoCE)
  • Migration Strategies to SONiC
(Validated designs and playbooks for automated migration)
  • TCO Analysis
  • Case Study: Successful Migration
(F500 and a typical Enterprise deployment)
  • Q&A with SONiC Experts
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Learn from industry experts who have extensive experience in data networking, cloud technologies, and open source.

Vishal Shukla, CEO of Aviz Networks

Vishal has 20+ years of experience in the IT Networking Industry. Prior to founding Aviz, Vishal held various leadership roles at Nvidia/Mellanox, IBM, BNT, Cisco, and Nortel Networks. He holds 30+ patents in the field of Software-defined Networking (SDN), IoT, Cloud Orchestration & Automation, and Performance Monitoring areas. He has authored and published several books on SDN, OpenFlow, and OpenStack technologies. Vishal holds an MBA from Duke University and a Bachelor’s in Engineering from India.

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.

Alan Weckel, Founder and Technology Analyst at 650 group

He is a seasoned expert in market research, industry analysis, and strategic planning, specializing in cloud, network infrastructure, and SDN. With deep expertise in telecom, data networking, and SaaS, he provides top-tier consultation on next-gen architectures and technologies.

A proven leader, Alan has a strong track record in product development, market intelligence, and building high-performing teams. His insights drive innovation in Ethernet switch and data center markets, SDN, NFV, and beyond

Justin van Schaik, Technical Solutions Architect of WWT

Justin van Schaik is an experienced subject matter expert in network architecture and design, specializing in high-performance networking for AI fabrics. With extensive hands-on experience, he has successfully targeted, planned, and managed strategic IT and business initiatives, aligning enterprise technology with business objectives.
Justin has deep expertise in low-latency, high-volume networks and integrated data center ecosystems. He is proficient in Ethernet, Fibre Channel, and the converged I/O space and holds the prestigious Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert (CCIE #8639) certification.

Manodipto Ghose, Product Manager of Keysight

Manodipto Ghose is a Product Manager at Keysight, leading the Cloud Industry Solution track and driving innovation in products for Cloud Service Providers (CSPs), Hyperscalers, and Enterprise data centers. A key contributor to open networking ecosystems like SONiC, he actively designs solutions and collaborates with the community to advance industry standards.
With a strong background in engineering, product management, and people management, Manodipto combines technical expertise with strategic vision to build impactful solutions.

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Is SONiC the Right Fit for Your Network? PlugFest Test Results Unveiled

Event Read Report Agenda Speakers Join us for an exclusive deep dive into the latest SONiC PlugFest results! In partnership with Keysight & World Wide Technology, this webinar will showcase key performance insights, interoperability findings, and real-world validation of SONiC across multiple hardware platforms. Get expert analysis, understand TCO benefits, and discover how SONiC is […]