Defining Software Defined Networks

Explore the future of networking in this comprehensive 4.5-hour conference on Software Defined Networks (SDN). Gain insights from industry experts as they discuss SDN, Network Function Virtualization (NFV), open networking, and network programmability. Learn about the potential of SDN to simplify network operations and increase efficiency, while understanding its limitations and avoiding common pitfalls. Dive into topics such as the current state of SDN, requirements for implementation, and future developments. Hear from representatives of major tech companies like Cisco, Huawei, and Comcast, as well as networking professionals from various organizations. Engage with panel discussions and Q&A sessions to deepen your understanding of this emerging technology trend and its implications for businesses and the internet's future.

Conference Introduction by Ogi Mitev, ViaWest (Defining Software Defined Networks).
Overview of the Internet Society by Chris Grundemann, ISOC (Defining Software Defined Networks).
Conference Keynote by Russ White (Defining Software Defined Networks).
State of SDN - Plenary Session Introduction (Defining Software Defined Networks).
State of SDN by John Giacomoni, F5 (Defining Software Defined Networks).
State of SDN by Recep Ozdag, Cyan (Defining Software Defined Networks).
State of SDN by Sam Aldrin, Huawei (Defining Software Defined Networks).
State of SDN by Karen "Shelly" Cadora, Cisco (Defining Software Defined Networks).
State of SDN by Scott Sneddon, Nuage Networks (Defining Software Defined Networks).
State of SDN by Joseph Marsella, Ciena (Defining Software Defined Networks).
State of SDN: Panel Q&A (Defining Software Defined Networks).
Requirements for SDN - Plenary Session Introduction (Defining Software Defined Networks).
Requirements for SDN by Brian Field, Comcast (Defining Software Defined Networks).
Requirements for SDN by Eric Osborne, Level3 (Defining Software Defined Networks).
Requirements for SDN by Jeff Doyle, FishNet (Defining Software Defined Networks).
Requirements for SDN by Geoff Mulligan (Defining Software Defined Networks).
Requirements for SDN by Matthew Wallace, ViaWest (Defining Software Defined Networks).
Requirements for SDN: Panel Q&A (Defining Software Defined Networks).
Conclusions and Next Steps for SDN - Plenary Session (Defining Software Defined Networks).