Subject-matter expert
John McGovern
A CBT Nuggets learner himself, John used video training to quickly and effectively build his IT knowledge base. His natural curiosity about topics like the cloud often leads him into deep dives to understand the why behind technologies. John, who is Scotland-based, enjoys playing the drums, golfing, reading, and mediation in his spare time.
Training coverage
Courses that carry John McGovern's expertise into your team plan
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Courses John McGovern teaches
Aruba
HPE6-A86
Build your Aruba networking skills with this entry-level HPE6-A86 training. You’ll learn to deploy, configure, and manage HPE Aruba products, boost performance, and secure your network. After earning your HPE Aruba Networking Certified Associate– Switching certification, you’ll be equipped to support intelligent, cloud-driven networks and stand out in environments that rely on Aruba solutions. Ideal for aspiring network admins or anyone looking to build practical, in-demand Aruba skills that lead to real career growth.
Cisco
300-420 ENSLD
Learn to design enterprise networks that are resilient, secure, and ready for hybrid and cloud environments with this CCNP Enterprise course. This 300-420 ENSLD v1.1 training reflects Cisco’s updated exam. It focuses on how modern enterprise networks are actually designed, covering routing and addressing strategies, high-availability campus design, SD-WAN and cloud connectivity, multicast and QoS, plus automation and telemetry concepts. Don't just memorize configurations. Practice making the kinds of design decisions engineers face when building campus and WAN networks that connect cleanly to cloud services.
Cisco
300-435 ENAUTO
This network automation training prepares you for the 300-435 ENAUTO v2 exam. In this course, you’ll explore automation frameworks for Cisco Enterprise Solutions, moving beyond manual configurations to leveraging code-based tools. You’ll gain hands-on proficiency in Python scripting, implementing tools like Ansible, and utilizing APIs to interact directly with devices. This course also covers Cisco Catalyst Center, Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN, and AI tools for smarter network management. By the end of this course, you’ll be prepared to pass the ENAUTO V2 exam and pursue your CCNP Automation or CCNP Enterprise certification.
Cisco
CCNP AUTOCOR
This CCNP Automation core training prepares network engineers for the 350-901 AUTOCOR exam, so you can automate, scale, and secure modern networks using infrastructure-as-code. This network automation training focuses on the real work of NetDevOps: managing configurations, pipelines, and operational workflows with tools that network teams actually use. With virtual labs, you’ll learn how network automation tools fit together, the role of APIs in network automation, and how to design systems that are testable, repeatable, and secure. You'll get familiar with API-driven Cisco enterprise platforms and controller-based networking solutions. You’ll also build a foundation in AI for network engineers, understanding how LLMs can assist with scripting, troubleshooting, and automated network operations.
Cisco
CCNP DEVOPS
This intermediate Cisco CCNP Implementing DevOps Solutions and Practices (300-910 DEVOPS) training prepares learners to integrate DevOps practices with Cisco technologies to optimize software development, deployment, and operations. Use this 300-910 DEVOPS exam prep to earn your Cisco Certified DevNet Professional certification, and demonstrate your DevOps skills such as automation, CI/CD, and IaC.
Cisco
CCNP ENCOR
Advance your networking career with this CCNP ENCOR (350-401) v1.2 training, and get ready to earn the CCNP Enterprise certification. Learn advanced routing, network security, network automation, and virtualization technologies like VRF and GRE tunneling to manage complex networks. This training covers key exam topics such as Cisco SD-WAN, SD-Access, QoS configuration, and Cisco DNA Center workflows. You'll leverage virtual labs and a 350-401 ENCOR practice exam to gain hands-on experience configuring Cisco hardware and software. You'll also build essential skills in troubleshooting, Multicast tree architectures, and infrastructure security. This ENCOR training is ideal for network administrators and IT teams, and equips you with the advanced skills you need to thrive in enterprise environments.
Cisco
CCNP Service Provider
This intermediate Cisco CCNP Service Provider training prepares network engineers for the 350-501 SPCOR exam, the core requirement for the CCNP Service Provider certification. The training covers the full scope of service provider network engineering, including core architecture, networking, segment routing, QoS, and automation. Gain hands-on expertise with technologies such as Segment Routing for IPv6 (SRv6), Routed Optical Networks, App-Hosting on IOS XR and IOS XE, BGP PIC and Additional Paths, Segment Routing Flexible Algorithm, and Secure Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP). This Cisco training is designed to help you build and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient service provider networks.
Cisco
Cisco CCNA
This Cisco CCNA training fully prepares you for the 200-301 v1.1 exam — and to earn your Cisco Certified Network Associate certification. Master core network fundamentals, IP connectivity, VLAN configuration, routing protocols (OSPF, static), LAN switching, NAT, DHCP, and VPN services. Explore network automation, cloud networking, and leveraging artificial intelligence in networking. You'll also gain access to unlimited CCNA practice exams and virtual labs that simulate enterprise-scale network scenarios with routers, switches, VLANs, and wireless controllers. These realistic practice tests and hands-on lab environments help you build confidence and practical skills before exam day. Start your CCNA certification journey here.
Cisco
Python Network Automation
Take your automation skills beyond basic scripting, and learn to automate Cisco networks. This course teaches Python for network engineers who are ready to master Nornir's inventory abstraction and streamline CI/CD workflows. You’ll learn how to implement concurrent task execution to manage complex Cisco environments with elite efficiency. Whether you're onboarding a team or refining your own toolkit, this training turns manual processes into scalable, automated powerhouses.
Cisco
SPAUTO
This Cisco 300-535 SPAUTO training prepares network admins to provide advanced configuration for service provider-sized networks and network devices with Cisco tools, technologies, and advanced protocols. Use the course to prepare for SPAUTO, an optional certification exam that can help advanced IT professionals earn the CCNP Service Provider certification.
CompTIA
CompTIA AutoOps+ (AT0-001)
CompTIA
Linux+
This CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-005) training covers how to manage, administer and troubleshoot the operations of a Linux system, server or network. Use this course to prepare for the XK0-005 exam, which is needed to earn the Linux+ certification that validates your skills managing and administering Linux systems and networks.
Buyer proof
How Howard County's IT Department Upskilled 80 People, Protected a 600-Server Migration, and Kept Its Training Budget Intact
Local Government · Howard County, MD · 80 employees across 8 disciplines
Howard County's Department of Technology reports 100% license engagement to leadership every month and has won two consecutive budget approvals on the strength of that usage data.
- Physical servers migrated to HyperV virtual environments
- ~600
- Distinct technical disciplines under one department
- 8
- License engagement reported to leadership
- 100%
“I include our leadership, so they know that we're engaging with the training. When the budget comes and they see CBT Nuggets, they say: ‘Oh yeah. We keep that.’”
Elizabeth Nwadiuko
Technical Services Manager