I recently got a new MacBook and want to setup my network automation and AI lab in a fresh virtual environment. To get everything working i needed to copy some files from the host to the VM. VMware Fusion have a sharing option but this doesn't work out of the box on linux, Ubuntu in my case.
So because it was now the 3rd time i needed to search on the web, i write it down here so i can find it quicker next time.
Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) provides seamless Linux integration for Windows users, enabling developers to work with Linux tools and environments without dual-booting or virtual machines. However, WSL can encounter critical failures that prevent Linux distributions from starting, often with the dreaded "Catastrophic failure" error.
This comprehensive guide covers the causes, recovery procedures, and preventive measures for WSL crashes, ensuring you can quickly restore your development environment without data loss.
The standard lab topology used in my Nautobot automation series.
Network automation is evolving rapidly, and one of the most exciting developments is the adoption of GraphQL as a query language for APIs. Modern tools are embracing GraphQL, making it easier than ever to fetch exactly the data you need—no more chaining multiple REST API calls or wrestling with pagination. In this post, I'll show you how to leverage GraphQL for powerful, efficient network automation workflows, with practical examples for platforms like Nautobot, OpsMill, and more.