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A Sneak Peek into SONiC Activities at OCP Global Summit

By October 11, 2023No Comments

Are you ready to delve into the exciting world of networking innovation? The Software for Open Networking in the Cloud (SONiC) Foundation is gearing up to showcase the cutting-edge developments and advancements in the world of networking at the upcoming OCP Global Summit.

2023 SONiC Workshop: Community Updates

SONiC Foundation invites you to the 2023 SONiC Workshop, a co-located event at the OCP Global Summit, scheduled for October 17, 2023, from 1-5 pm at room LL20A. At this workshop, industry experts will share the latest developments in SONiC, including enhancements in NOS management, routing, software-defined networking, and system design. This is an unparalleled opportunity to learn about SONiC’s potential directly from the pioneers shaping its future.

SONiC Booth: A Hub of Innovation

Don’t forget to visit the SONiC booth at the OCP Global Summit! Swing by our booth at the Expo Hall to meet the SONiC community members, gain in-depth insights into SONiC, watch live demos showcasing its capabilities, and grab fantastic SONiC swag. Come join us, explore SONiC’s potential, and be part of the future of open networking. See you at the SONiC booth!

Must-Attend SONiC Sessions

The OCP Global Summit agenda offers a variety of SONiC-focused sessions that you wouldn’t want to miss. These sessions are designed to provide deep insights and explore the various dimensions of SONiC. Here’s a glimpse of the sessions lined up:

Tuesday, October 17

  • 2:45pm – 3:00pm: Enhancing Hyperscale Network Observability & Operational Excellence in the AI world (presented by Microsoft)
  • 3:25pm – 3:40pm: The Journey to Open Networking (presented by Micas Networks)

Wednesday, October 18

  • 8:00am – 8:20am: From DCI Evolution to Campus Revolution: STORDIS’s Journey with OCP & SONiC
  • 10:20am – 10:40am: AWS – an update on the Enterprise Edge Gateway contribution, including learnings and supply chain availability
  • 10:40am – 11:10am: Open LAN: Architectural tenets and a case study on deployment at Telus

Thursday, October 19

  • 9:10am – 9:30am: Switch cable diagnostic with TDR using SAI and PAI
  • 10:20am – 10:40am: Strategies to boost switch programming
  • 12:30pm – 12:50pm: Achieving Precise Synchronization and Advanced Performance in Open RAN and 5G Deployments through PTP implementation in SONiC and Seamless Integration of Synchronization
  • 1:10pm – 1:30pm: Telemetry based load balancing of AI/ML workloads
  • 1:30pm – 1:50pm: Alibaba’s Ethernet based DC deployment for AI/ML workloads using Merchant Silicon
  • 2:40pm – 3:00pm: SONiC SRv6 VPN deployment for Predictable-WAN
  • 3:20pm – 3:40pm: A SONiC-based Open Packet Broker for 5G Monitoring
  • 3:40pm – 4:00pm: Build limitless network with Smart Switch

These sessions are curated to provide valuable insights into SONiC’s capabilities and its potential applications in various networking domains.

Mark your calendar, save the dates, and join us at the OCP Global Summit to be a part of this exciting journey into the future of networking with SONiC. See you there!