Cloud Computing and GCP Fundamentals
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Cloud Computing and GCP Fundamentals
This course is part of Google Professional Cloud Architect Prep Specialization
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Understand cloud computing fundamentals, service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), and deployment types (public, private, hybrid, community)
Learn about major cloud providers with a focus on GCP's infrastructure and resource hierarchy.
Get hands-on with GCP: create accounts, use Cloud Shell, SDK, and manage resources with gsutil.
Explore GCP services across compute, storage, networking, security, billing, and DevOps tools.
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Harness the power of the cloud with this Cloud Computing and GCP Fundamentals course, a comprehensive program designed for aspiring cloud architects, IT specialists, and developers who want to understand the fundamentals of Google Cloud Platform. This course, aligned with the GCP Cloud Architect Certification path, will teach you how to build, install, and manage scalable, secure cloud solutions.
You'll start with the fundamentals of cloud computing, such as service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and deployment models (private, public, hybrid, community). Dive into GCP's worldwide infrastructure (regions, zones, and edge locations) while learning how to use essential services like Compute, Network, and Storage. Get hands-on experience with GCP tools for monitoring, logging, performance tuning, and cost control. In addition, you will learn about IAM, security best practices, and high availability and disaster recovery solutions. By the end, you'll be able to confidently navigate GCP and be ready for advanced certification and real-world cloud architectural difficulties. Enroll now and begin your quest to become a Google Cloud specialist. Disclaimer: This course is not affiliated with or endorsed by Google Cloud. βGoogle Cloudβ and βGCPβ are trademarks of Google LLC.
This module covers cloud computing fundamentals including cloud service and deployment models, major cloud providers, with a focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). By the end, learners will understand the different cloud service and deployment models, gain practical knowledge of GCP services, and be able to navigate its interface proficiently.
What's included
12 videos3 readings4 assignments
12 videosβ’Total 33 minutes
- Course Introductionβ’2 minutes
- Cloud Computingβ’5 minutes
- Cloud Service Modelsβ’5 minutes
- Cloud Computing Deployment Models β’2 minutes
- Cloud Computing Deployment Models - Private Cloudβ’2 minutes
- Cloud Computing Deployment Models - Hybrid Cloudβ’1 minute
- Cloud Computing Deployment Models - Community Cloudβ’2 minutes
- Cloud Computing Deployment Models - Comparisonβ’2 minutes
- Major Cloud Providersβ’1 minute
- Overview of Google Cloud Platformβ’4 minutes
- Basic Service Understandingβ’3 minutes
- DEMO: GCP Account Creation and Exploring Interfaceβ’2 minutes
3 readingsβ’Total 10 minutes
- Specialization Introductionβ’4 minutes
- Introduction and Syllabusβ’2 minutes
- How to Choose a Deployment Modelβ’4 minutes
4 assignmentsβ’Total 22 minutes
- Introduction to Cloud Computing and GCPβ’4 minutes
- Cloud Computingβ’4 minutes
- Cloud Service Modelsβ’6 minutes
- Google Cloud Platform Servicesβ’8 minutes
This module covers a comprehensive overview of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) infrastructure and services. By the end, learners will be equipped with the knowledge to effectively manage GCP infrastructure, utilize various services, and navigate GCP's resource hierarchy, enabling them to deploy and maintain applications on the platform confidently.
What's included
18 videos1 reading5 assignments
18 videosβ’Total 89 minutes
- Compute Servicesβ’8 minutes
- Storage Servicesβ’6 minutes
- Networking Servicesβ’8 minutes
- IAM Securityβ’4 minutes
- Big Data Servicesβ’9 minutes
- Machine Learning Servicesβ’5 minutes
- DevOps Tools and Management Toolsβ’4 minutes
- DEMO: GCP Services Overviewβ’4 minutes
- GCP Infrastructure - Regions, Zones, and Edge Locationsβ’5 minutes
- GCP Resource Hierarchyβ’5 minutes
- DEMO: Platform Overview Using the GCP Web Consoleβ’2 minutes
- DEMO: Getting Started with Cloud Shell/SDKβ’2 minutes
- Managing GCP with Command Lineβ’5 minutes
- Gsutilβ’6 minutes
- DEMO: Setting up the Basics in GCPβ’6 minutes
- DEMO: Enable Service APIsβ’1 minute
- Billing Accountβ’6 minutes
- DEMO: Set up a Billing Alert in the Accountβ’3 minutes
1 readingβ’Total 2 minutes
- Course Synopsis β’2 minutes
5 assignmentsβ’Total 28 minutes
- Google Cloud Platform Services β’8 minutes
- Infrastructure and Servicesβ’4 minutes
- Advanced Services and Toolsβ’4 minutes
- GCP Infrastructure and Managementβ’4 minutes
- Billing Account Structures β’8 minutes
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This course is designed for individuals who are new to cloud computing as well as those looking to enhance their skills as cloud architects, specifically focusing on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Upon completing this course, you'll be equipped with the foundational knowledge and skills to pursue roles such as Cloud Engineer, Cloud Architect, DevOps Engineer, and Data Engineer. The demand for cloud professionals is high, and GCP expertise is particularly sought after in the industry.
Yes, s good understanding of GCP fundamentals and cloud architecture is recommended.
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