#579: New CCNA Exam: Stop Memorizing and Start Labbing

#579: New CCNA Exam: Stop Memorizing and Start Labbing

From David Bombal by David Bombal

June 8, 2026 · 40 min · Season 1 · Episode 1

About this episode

In this episode, David Bombal discusses the new CCNA exam and emphasizes the importance of practical skills and lab work over memorization.

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People in this episode

Host: David Bombal

Topics covered

  • CCNA Exam
  • Labbing
  • Cisco Updates
  • Practical Skills
  • AI in Networking
  • CCIE Update

Keywords

  • CCNA
  • Cisco
  • Networking
  • Labbing
  • AI
  • Packet Tracer
  • CCIE

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cisco, Cisco Learning Network, Netacad, Cisco U, Cisco Live Vegas

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