Google Cloud Platform (GCP) for Developers

Introduction:

In the age of digital transformation, leveraging cloud technologies is crucial for developers to create scalable, efficient, and innovative applications. Google Cloud Platform (GCP) stands out as a comprehensive cloud computing solution, offering a suite of tools and services designed to support developers at every stage of the application development lifecycle. This course provides a deep dive into GCP, equipping participants with the skills needed to design, develop, and deploy applications in the cloud.

Course Objective:

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the core components and services of Google Cloud Platform.

• Gain hands-on experience in developing applications using GCP services.

• Learn best practices for cloud architecture, security, and data management.

• Explore tools for monitoring, debugging, and optimizing GCP applications.

• Prepare for GCP certification exams to enhance their career opportunities in cloud development.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Google Cloud Platform

• Overview of cloud computing and GCP services.

• Key features and benefits of using GCP for developers.

• Hands-on: Setting up a Google Cloud account and navigating the GCP Console.

Module 2: Core GCP Services for Developers

• Introduction to Compute Engine, App Engine, Cloud Functions, and Kubernetes Engine.

• Understanding storage solutions: Cloud Storage, Firestore, and Cloud SQL.

• Hands-on: Creating and deploying a simple application using App Engine.

Module 3: Networking and Security in GCP

• Overview of GCP networking concepts: Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Load Balancing, and Cloud CDN.

• Best practices for securing GCP resources: Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Cloud Security.

• Hands-on: Configuring VPC and implementing IAM roles for a project.

Module 4: Data Management and Databases

• Introduction to GCP database services: BigQuery, Cloud Spanner, and Firestore.

• Best practices for data modeling, querying, and analytics in GCP.

• Hands-on: Running queries in BigQuery and setting up Firestore for a web application.

Module 5: Application Development with GCP

• Using Cloud Functions for serverless application development.

• Exploring microservices architecture with Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).

• Hands-on: Deploying a microservice application using GKE and Cloud Functions.

Module 6: Monitoring and Debugging Applications

• Overview of GCP monitoring tools: Stackdriver Monitoring, Logging, and Error Reporting.

• Best practices for debugging and troubleshooting applications in GCP.

• Hands-on: Setting up monitoring dashboards and alerts for a deployed application.

Module 7: CI/CD in GCP

• Introduction to Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) using Google Cloud Build and Cloud Source Repositories.

• Best practices for automating application deployment and updates.

• Hands-on: Setting up a CI/CD pipeline for a sample application using GCP tools.

Module 8: Cost Management and Optimization

• Understanding GCP pricing models and budgeting tools.

• Strategies for optimizing cloud costs and resource utilization.

• Hands-on: Analyzing cost reports and implementing best practices for cost savings.

Module 9: Serverless Computing with GCP

• Overview of serverless architecture and its advantages.

• Deep dive into Google Cloud Functions and Cloud Run for serverless application development.

• Hands-on: Building and deploying a serverless application using Cloud Functions.

Module 10: Course Wrap-Up and Certification Preparation

• Review of key concepts covered throughout the course.

• Preparing for GCP certification: Exam structure, tips, and study resources.

• Final assessment: Participants will design a GCP architecture solution for a real-world application scenario.

• Q&A session to address participants’ queries and explore additional GCP resources.

Course Duration:

20 hours of instructor-led or self-paced learning.

Target Audience:

Developers, software engineers, system administrators, and IT professionals interested in leveraging Google Cloud Platform for application development.