Google Cloud Platform – GCP Certification Course

Course Level: Beginner
Duration: 4 Hrs 9 Min
Total Videos: 50 On-demand Videos

Master the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with our comprehensive certification training course, designed for IT professionals, developers, and system administrators. Gain practical insights into cloud computing, DevOps, Kubernetes, App Engine, and more, preparing you for the GCP certification exam and unlocking new, exciting career opportunities in the booming cloud computing industry.

Learning Objectives

01

Understand the fundamental concepts and practices of DevOps and its role in modern software development.

02

Learn how to use App Engine Platform as a Service (PaaS) and distinguish when to use App Engine or Kubenetes Engine.

03

Gain a foundational understanding of Kubernetes Engine and learn how to deploy applications using it.

04

Master the use of key DevOps developer tools and services such as Cloud SDK, Cloud Shell, and Cloud Build.

05

Develop an understanding of microservices architecture and learn how to manage it using Cloud Watch and Cloud Functions.

06

Learn how to manage and monitor your DevOps services using Cloud Operations, Service Accounts, and Infrastructure as Code (IaaC).

07

Understand the role of DevOps in the job market, including common roles and salary expectations.

08

Prepare for Google Cloud Platform Certification by understanding the necessary resources, requirements, and steps for certification.

Course Description

Welcome to our comprehensive Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Certification Training course, where you will immerse yourself in the world of cloud computing and DevOps within the GCP ecosystem. Whether you’re an IT professional looking to expand your cloud computing skills, a developer eager to build and deploy applications on GCP, or a system administrator aiming to manage GCP environments effectively, this course is designed to equip you with key knowledge and skills. You will not only be prepared for the GCP certification exam but also gain a competitive edge in the rapidly expanding cloud computing industry, with its myriad job opportunities and potential for higher earnings.

Starting with DevOps fundamentals, you will learn about continuous integration, delivery, and deployment pipelines. Get hands-on experience with the App Engine to build and deploy scalable web applications. Master the use of Kubernetes Engine for container orchestration. As the course progresses, you’ll get familiar with various DevOps tools and services available on GCP and acquire skills in managing microservices using Cloud Functions and Cloud Run. Ultimately, you will learn how to manage and monitor DevOps services with tools like Cloud Operations and Deployment Manager. This comprehensive course ensures you’re well-equipped to tackle real-world challenges in the cloud computing domain.

Beyond technical skills, our course is designed to align with the objectives set by Google for GCP certification. Upon completion, you’ll be well-prepared to ace the certification exam, demonstrating your proficiency in understanding core GCP services, implementing DevOps practices using GCP tools and services, and monitoring and optimizing GCP resources for performance and cost efficiency. Don’t miss the chance to advance your career with our Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Certification Training. Enroll today and set off on your journey towards becoming a certified GCP professional.

Who Benefits From This Course

  • Professionals looking to expand their knowledge in cloud technologies
  • IT specialists seeking to gain proficiency in Google Cloud Platform
  • Developers interested in deploying applications on Google Cloud
  • DevOps engineers aiming to streamline their development process using GCP
  • IT managers wanting to leverage Google Cloud for their team's projects
  • Software architects designing applications for deployment on cloud platforms
  • Individuals preparing for Google Cloud Platform certification exams
  • IT professionals keen on understanding the usage of DevOps tools and services

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and why is it important?

Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is a suite of cloud computing services provided by Google. It provides a range of services including computing, storage, data analytics, machine learning, networking, and much more. GCP is important because it allows businesses to leverage Google's technology infrastructure to build, deploy, and scale applications, websites, and services on the same infrastructure that Google uses. This can result in significant cost savings, increased efficiency, and the ability to scale rapidly to meet demand.

What job roles can benefit from GCP certification?

Various job roles can benefit from GCP certification, including IT professionals, developers, system administrators, data engineers, data analysts, solutions architects, and DevOps engineers. Acquiring a GCP certification validates your cloud computing skills and knowledge, making you more attractive to employers who use or plan to use Google Cloud services. It can also open doors to new job opportunities and higher earning potential in the rapidly growing cloud computing industry.

What are some of the key concepts covered in GCP certification?

The GCP certification covers a wide range of key concepts, including DevOps principles, Kubernetes, App Engine, continuous integration, continuous delivery, and continuous deployment pipelines. It also includes hands-on experience with building and deploying scalable web applications, container orchestration, microservices management, and the use of various DevOps tools and services available on GCP. Additionally, it covers how to manage and monitor DevOps services with tools like Cloud Operations and Deployment Manager.

How can GCP certification enhance my career prospects?

Obtaining a GCP certification can significantly enhance your career prospects. The certification is a validation of your cloud computing skills and knowledge, making you more marketable to employers. In addition, with the increasing adoption of cloud services, there is a growing demand for professionals with cloud computing skills. Therefore, having a GCP certification can open doors to new job opportunities and higher earning potential in the rapidly growing cloud computing industry.

What is DevOps and how is it related to GCP?

DevOps is a set of practices that combines software development (Dev) and IT operations (Ops) with the goal of shortening the system development life cycle and providing continuous delivery with high software quality. GCP provides a variety of tools and services that support DevOps practices, including Kubernetes for container orchestration, Cloud Build for continuous integration, and Cloud Functions for serverless computing. As such, knowledge and understanding of DevOps principles and practices is a key component of GCP certification.

Included In This Course

Module 1: Course Overview

  •    Course Overview
  •    Course PreReqs

Module 2: DevOps Basics

  •    DevOps Fundamentals
  •    What is DevOps
  •    What are Pipelines
  •    Continuous Integration and Delivery
  •    Continuous Deployment
  •    Whiteboard Build Services
  •    Demo - DevOps Services on GCP

Module 3: App Engine PaaS

  •    App Engine
  •    App Engine Basics
  •    App Engine Demo
  •    App Engine Security Scanner Demo
  •    App Engine or Kubenetes Engine

Module 4: Kubenetes Engine Overview

  •    Kubenetes Engine
  •    Kubernetes Basics
  •    What is Kubenetes Engine
  •    Demo - Kubenetes Engine Clusters Demo
  •    Kubenetes Engine Application Demo
  •    Kubenetes Engine Whiteboard

Module 5: DevOps Developer Tools

  •    DevOps Services & Tools
  •    Demo - Cloud SDK
  •    Demo - Cloud Shell
  •    Demo - Cloud Build
  •    Demo - Container Registry
  •    Demo - Cloud Source Repositories
  •    Demo - Private Catalog
  •    Demo - Artifact Registry

Module 6: Microservices

  •    Microservices
  •    Demo - Cloud Watch
  •    Cloud Functions-Cloud Run
  •    Demo - Cloud Functions
  •    Demo - Cloud Run

Module 7: Management of your DevOps Services

  •    Management and Monitoring
  •    Cloud Operations
  •    Demo - Cloud Operations
  •    Service Accounts
  •    Cloud Endpoints and Apigee
  •    Demo - Workflows and Cloud Tasks
  •    Demo - Recommendation Engine
  •    Infrastructure as Code (IaaC)
  •    Deployment Manager
  •    Demo - Deployment Manager
  •    Demo - Cloud Marketplace

Module 8: Resources and Closeout

  •    Resources and Closeout
  •    Course Summary
  •    DevOps Roles and Salary Demand
  •    Additional Resources
  •    Google Cloud Platform Certification
  •    Course Closeout