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CML 2.7 – Getting started with APIs using Postman

Cisco Modeling Labs 2.7

Cisco Modeling Labs (CML) is a powerful, scalable network simulation platform that enables network engineers, IT administrators, and developers to design, build, and test networks in a controlled environment. The latest version, Cisco Modeling Labs 2.7, introduces new features and enhancements, including an improved REST API that enables seamless automation and integration. In this article, we’ll discuss how to get started with CML 2.7 and use Postman to interact with its API for network automation tasks.

CML API Documentation

Log in to Cisco Modeling Labs: Go to the CML web interface, typically accessed via your browser.

Find API Documentation: CML’s built-in documentation is available under Help > API Documentation. This provides detailed information on available API endpoints, request formats, and expected responses.

A new page will open with the documentation:

Here you can find all the information on the available CML API calls that you might need. 

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[DC] Cloud Computing

Basic cloud computing

  • Essential Characteristics
    • Broad network access
    • Rapid elasticity
    • Measured Service
    • On-demand Self-service
    • Resource pooling
  • Service Models
    • SaaS – Software as a Service
    • PaaS – Platform as a Service
    • IaaS – Infrastructure as a Service
  • Deployment Models
    • Public
      • Provisitioned for open use by the general public
    • Private
      • Cloud for the exclusive use by a single organization
      • Managed by IT or thirdparty
      • on-premise or off-premise
    • Hybrid
      • Two or more cloud infrastructures combined
    • Community
      • Multiple organisations combined

What is an API

  • A precise specification written by providers of a service
  • You must follow the specification when using that service
  • An API decribes what functionality is available, how ti must be used and what formats it will accept as input or return as output

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