OpenConfig is a collaborative, operator-driven initiative developing vendor-neutral YANG data models to manage and configure multi-vendor network infrastructure. It allows operators to use a single, consistent model to configure devices (e.g., switches, routers) and stream real-time telemetry, replacing vendor-specific CLI tools to reduce complexity and improve automation.
Key features and benefits of OpenConfig include:
Vendor-Neutral Management: Enables uniform configuration and management across different hardware vendors using common data models.
Streaming Telemetry: Supports a subscription-based model for efficient, real-time monitoring of network devices instead of relying on legacy polling.
Model-Driven Operations: Uses YANG models to define configurations, allowing for structured and automated networking operations.
Modern Protocols: Often utilizes gRPC and gNMI (gRPC Network Management Interface) for secure and scalable communication between devices and management systems.
Operator-Driven: Founded and guided by major network operators like Google, AT&T, Microsoft, and Facebook, ensuring models meet practical operational needs.
The project focuses on creating consistent, vendor-agnostic models that can be natively supported, simplifying the management of complex, diverse networks
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