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Why SONiC, Why now?
SONiC is where networking is heading.
The question is whether you'll be ready.
SONiC is no longer just a hyperscaler technology. It is rapidly becoming the preferred open networking platform for AI-ready, scalable, and vendor-neutral Ethernet fabrics.
$8B+
Expected global SONiC data center switching market by 2027.
$25B+
Projected AI networking market by 2028.
100% YoY
AI, ML and HPC network bandwidth demand is growing by more than 100% annually.
1 in 5
Ethernet switch ports shipped into data centers will support AI/ML and accelerated computing by 2028.
Flagship · Live instructor-led
4-Day Enterprise SONiC Bootcamp
Our most intensive, hands-on training — 24 hours with a live instructor, real switches and the full Broadcom Enterprise SONiC stack. The fastest route to a production-ready team.
24 hours, live instructor-led
Real switches & hands-on labs
Broadcom Enterprise SONiC stack
Certificate on completion
4.7 average rating
What the tech pros
are saying
Real feedback from engineers who’ve leveled up with our SONiC Bootcamp
The SONiC Bootcamp was great! We didn't just sit and listen - we got our hands dirty and tried everything out. The labs were my favorite part because we worked with actual network features. I started using what I learned as soon as I got back to work, and honestly, it's made my job way easier.
Tomasz Sadowski
The course was well prepared, engaging and definitely met the goal of a Bootcamp - i.e. sufficient training to get one 'booted' into SONiC. Also the labs were great - theory, then practical realistic exercises - thats the way to learn.
Martin Hayes
This is a great bootcamp for any network engineer looking to get started with SONiC. It covers the history of open networking and SONiC, providing valuable context. The technical content ranges from the basics to advanced configurations, including EVPN-VXLAN fabric, with both theoretical explanations and hands-on labs. This bootcamp is an excellent starting point for your SONiC journey.
Hadi Choueiry
SONiC Bootcamp was an amazing experience – the labs were not only engaging but also cleverly structured. Each task built seamlessly on the same consistent topology, allowing the configuration to evolve naturally from installation to advanced features. And whenever something went wrong, I always got clear and helpful answers to all my questions.
Mariusz Szlęzak
Thank you very much! I really enjoyed the 4-Day Enterprise SONiC Linux Bootcamp — it was a great learning experience and I’m excited to start applying these skills in my work. The SONiC Bootcamp was an great mix of theory and hands-on labs. It gave me practical, real-world skills and a much deeper understanding of modern open networking with SONiC.
Mikolaj Walczak
I wanted to express how impressed we were with the STORDIS (route2open) Bootcamp. The training was valuable for our team, which included members from sales, IT, and TAC support, and Waldemar was excellent to work with. He consistently provided insightful information and was always prompt in answering our questions or following up with the necessary details.
Todd Penner
How it works
Skill development
that drives results
Pick a destination
and we'll route you there
Every path starts free and takes you hop by hop — from your first lab to a vendor-recognized certificate.
Enterprise SONiC Engineer
Open Networking Foundations
OpenWiFi Specialist
Accelerate your tech career with hands-on learning
Every course comes with real lab environments — the same topologies our engineers use for customer deployments. One lab module is free, forever.
1 free SONiC lab module
Downloadable SONiC VM
Step-by-step tasks
Certified SONiC System Administrator
Not a certificate of attendance — proof your team can deploy, operate and troubleshoot an open network fabric without a vendor holding the manual.
Learn each module
Pass the module quiz
Earn the credential
Team
The people behind route2open
Built by network engineers who deploy open fabrics for customers — every lab and module comes straight from production work, not a textbook.
Learn more about us
Volker Scheel
Lead SONiC Instructor
Piotr Piórko
SONiC Labs Engineer
Lukasz Lukowski
CSMO
Martin Hayes
CTO
Testimonials
What our students say
Started the free SONiC labs on a Sunday and had a working leaf-spine fabric by evening. No vendor lab license, no waiting.
Marcin W.
The labs are the real thing, not click-through slides. Broke BGP three times and actually learned why.
Priya N.
Finally a course that explains open networking without pretending the CLI doesn't exist. Wish the quizzes were a bit harder.
Tomas B.
Our whole NOC team went through the foundations path. Onboarding time for new hires dropped noticeably.
Elena R.
Downloadable VM was the selling point for me — I can practice offline on the train. Setup docs could be shorter.
Jakub S.
I came in from a Cisco background and expected to be lost. The step-by-step tasks bridged it faster than I thought.
Daniel O.
500+
Enrolled learners
4.7
Average course rating
170+
Lessons across the catalog
8
Free hands-on labs
Resource Center
Get hands-on today
Download the VM, book live lab time, grab the cheat sheets. The lowest-barrier way into SONiC — no risk, no lock-in.
Popular
SONiC Linux VM
Download the SONiC GNS3 VM and build a full virtual data center on your laptop — free.
Live lab
2 free hours on our servers
Reserve two hours of hands-on time on our live SONiC lab servers. No setup — real switches.
Cheat sheets
SONiC · ONIE · Linux
Free command cheat sheets for SONiC, ONIE, Linux — the ones you keep open in a tab.
Ebook
SONiC for AI Networks
How open SONiC underpins AI/ML fabrics — lossless Ethernet, congestion control and design patterns.
Mini ebook
Validated Network Design
A field-tested reference design for building open, disaggregated networks that actually ship.
Blog
Stay ahead of what's next
Research and insights from tech experts and thought leaders so you're always on top of tech's latest trends
Deploying BGP Underlay in Enterprise SONiC: Peer Templates, Authentication, and BFD
In modern data center networks, the Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) has emerged as a preferred routing protocol for…
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DHCP Relay Configuration in Enterprise SONiC
In modern data center networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) plays a critical role in automating IP address…
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L2 Switching Configuration in SONiC: VLANs and Port Channels
Layer 2 switching is a fundamental networking capability that forms the backbone of modern data center networks. As…
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Questions & answers
Looking for answers? Explore our help section or contact us if you need more support.
Contact usI’m new to SONiC. Where should I start?
Start with our free Unboxing Open Networking course. If you already know routing and switching, you can go straight to the Broadcom Enterprise SONiC course.
What can I learn and practise for free?
Explore our Unboxing Open Networking and OpenWiFi courses, one module of SONiC hands-on labs and the downloadable GNS3 virtual lab for free. Students and academic researchers can also access our Broadcom Enterprise SONiC course for free by providing proof of their status.
Should I choose a course or a bootcamp?
Choose the self-paced course to learn around your schedule. Choose the four-day remote bootcamp for live instruction, questions and hands-on practice.
Do I need my own hardware for the labs?
You don’t need physical switches. Book a hosted lab session or run our downloadable SONiC GNS3 lab on your own infrastructure. Check the setup requirements before downloading.
Which SONiC distribution does the training cover?
We focus on Broadcom Enterprise SONiC, covering installation, configuration, routing, automation and troubleshooting through practical lessons and hands-on labs.
Can you tailor training to our team?
Yes. We offer private SONiC bootcamps with a customised programme. Contact us at info@route2open.com and tell us about your team’s experience, hardware and training goals.
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