Learn about network automation implementation through a conference talk that details the evolution of operational data collection scripts at NTT Global IP Network. Follow the journey from basic screenscraping techniques using textfsm and netmiko to more sophisticated Netconf data collection methods, culminating in the integration of Gitlab CI/CD pipelines. Discover practical insights from speaker Joseph Nicholson of NTT DATA on how to approach network automation incrementally rather than as a monolithic project, drawing from real-world experiences at a Tier 1 IP transit provider since 2020.