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    CCDE practical preparation

    CCDE practical training: Design for
    the constraint.

    Build design judgement for the 8-hour CCDE Practical through 90 days of recorded lessons, scenario practice and timed mocks—with one-to-one guidance from a Triple CCIE.

    Coaching continues until you pass; this is support, not a pass guarantee.

    Duration90 days
    Target examFebruary 2027
    FormatRecorded lessons
    CoachingUntil you pass

    01 / Find your starting point

    Ready to design beyond configuration?

    Recorded CCDE Practical preparation for experienced networking engineers.

    1. Passed 400-007

      Preparing for the February 2027 Practical.

    2. Active CCIE

      Moving into architecture work.

    3. Solutions or pre-sales

      Partner or integrator design role; CCNP ENSLD-level knowledge.

    4. Returning Practical candidate

      Returning with experience of the exam.

    03 / SAMPLE DESIGN CASE

    Two paths.
    One hard brief.

    Introduce SRv6 into an existing MPLS core without interrupting dual-stack services. The architecture must answer to the business as well as the network.

    STARTING POINT
    ServicesExisting MPLS coreDual-stack
    Keep services intact while the core evolves

    PATH A · FULL-CORE

    Upgrade as one system

    One coordinated change
    Path A: upgrade the entire coreThree core routers transition together from the existing MPLS network to a consistent SRv6-capable core. Existing hardware must support the change.CORE NODECORE NODECORE NODEALL NODES MOVE TO A CONSISTENT SRv6-CAPABLE DESIGN
    Existing hardware is the gate: platform support determines whether this can stay within budget.
    THE TRADE-OFF

    Architectural consistencyAny required new equipment could break the zero-new-CapEx constraint.

    PATH B · STAGED

    Move by capable node

    Incremental transition
    Path B: introduce SRv6 on capable nodes in stagesExisting MPLS routers remain alongside newly introduced SRv6-capable routers. A clearly marked boundary between the two domains adds interworking complexity.EXISTING MPLSSRv6-CAPABLEINTERWORKING
    Keep capable nodes moving first; each MPLS/SRv6 boundary becomes a design and operations consideration.
    THE TRADE-OFF

    Limit core changesStaging adds complexity where MPLS and SRv6 domains meet.

    04 / The learning arc

    Your 12-week path
    to the Practical.

    Move from reading the constraint to making a decision you can defend—with recorded lessons and scenario review at every stage.

    Recorded preparation · no live classes
    Curriculum phases

    Select a phase to explore the work.

    Requirement analysisWeeks 1–4 / 12

    Phase 01 · Read the brief

    Design fundamentals

    Find the requirement inside the brief—and turn it into a design criterion.

    OutcomeBuild requirement-analysis judgement
    v3.1 blueprint
    EnterpriseService providerData centreCloudSecurity

    Build requirement-analysis judgement across the v3.1 blueprint: enterprise, service provider, data centre, cloud and security. Practise reading dense briefs and translating business constraints into design criteria through recorded lessons and scenario review.

    Curriculum phases, not a fixed weekly calendar. Lessons are recorded; review relevant scenarios as you progress. Sequencing is confirmed on the readiness call.

    Target exam window · not a promiseFebruary 2027
    Exam format8-hour CCDE Practical
    Cisco blueprint v3.1

    05 / WHAT’S INCLUDED

    From recorded lessons to exam
    readiness.

    • 01 / LEARN

      Learn through recorded lessons

      Build your foundation with recorded lessons and revisit the Month 1 library as you prepare.

    • 02 / APPLY

      Defend your design

      Work through annotated scenarios, compare your design choices and get written feedback on timed mocks.

    • 03 / REVIEW

      Meet with your trainer

      Get a one-to-one readiness review and continued coaching if you need another attempt.

    Sikandar Shaik, founder of NOA Solutions and CCDE cohort trainer

    08 / Who teaches

    Learn with the person reviewing your design.

    Sikandar Shaik

    Founder, NOA Solutions Hyderabad

    Triple CCIE #35012

    More than 20 years in enterprise network consulting inform the trade-offs Sikandar brings into each scenario. In a small cohort, he can review your design decisions personally—not just walk through the slides.

    Enterprise InfrastructureService ProviderSecurity

    A first CCDE cohort, honestly. We don’t have a pass rate to quote. You can see how we teach and discuss whether the cohort fits your preparation before deciding.

    09 / FREE 20-MINUTE READINESS CALL

    Are you ready for the February Practical?

    Get a candid assessment from Sikandar and a clear next step. If February is too soon, you’ll discuss a mid-2027 plan.

    1. Review your 400-007 status and design experience.
    2. Work through one design scenario with Sikandar.
    3. Map your preparation and assess whether February is realistic.

    Free · 20 minutes · One-to-one

    No obligation to join. Training fee is discussed on the call.

    READINESS CALL1 of 2

    Book your free readiness call

    Your details are saved at this step so you can resume qualification if interrupted.

    10 / Common questions

    What should you know before
    you book?

    Check where you fit, how the cohort runs and what happens if you need another attempt.

    Joining and preparing

    I missed the November start. Can I still join?

    Yes. December joiners get the complete Month 1 recorded library plus a 1-on-1 catch-up session, then join Month 2 live from 1 December. Onboarding with the catch-up session closes 29 November.

    What time are the live sessions?

    Sessions run in the evenings, with recordings available the same night. Confirm the exact IST and Gulf-local timetable on your readiness call.

    I’m a CCIE. Do I really need a course?

    The practical requires more than protocol knowledge: constraints, design trade-offs and time management matter. The free readiness call helps assess whether the cohort fits your experience and preparation needs.

    What is your pass rate?

    This is NOA’s first CCDE cohort, so we will not quote one. Review how we teach, book the free readiness call, and judge the approach for yourself.

    Costs and continued coaching

    How does the practice-material group arrangement work?

    Authorized practice scenario packages cost around US$2,000 individually. Where licensing allows, the cohort coordinates a group arrangement estimated at US$500–600 per person. It is optional, subject to availability and paid separately.

    Can my employer pay?

    Yes. A corporate invoice and a one-page manager justification letter are available on request. Discuss employer payment arrangements on your readiness call.

    What does “support until you pass” cover?

    Concept clarification, scenario guidance, doubt-clearing, extra preparation recommendations, weak-domain remediation and next-attempt support, at no additional training fee. It does not cover Cisco exam fees and is not a refund or a pass guarantee.

    Is there a refund if I fail?

    No. Instead of a refund, our commitment is continued coaching until you pass. Exam fees are paid separately to Cisco.

    CCDE practical / Your next step

    Make your next move a considered one.

    Recorded CCDE Practical preparation for engineers ready to think beyond configuration.

    Talk it through

    Use a free 20-minute, one-to-one readiness conversation to discuss your experience, preparation goals and questions.

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