Google Cloud Platform Basics and Management Training Course
Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is a comprehensive suite of cloud computing services offered by Google. It provides a diverse array of cloud-based solutions enabling organisations to construct, deploy, and scale applications, websites, and services. GCP is engineered to address complex requirements in computing, storage, data analytics, machine learning, networking, and application development.
This instructor-led, live training session (available online or onsite) is tailored for IT professionals at the beginner level who wish to manage and operate the Google Cloud Platform.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
- Comprehend the core services and infrastructure of GCP.
- Acquire skills to manage networks and virtual machines.
- Understand and implement general security best practices within GCP.
- Explore Kubernetes and container management capabilities in GCP.
- Gain knowledge of storage options and their configuration.
- Deploy and configure databases on GCP.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Extensive exercises and practical sessions.
- Hands-on implementation within a live-lab environment.
Customisation Options
- To request a bespoke training for this course, please contact us to make arrangements.
Course Outline
Introduction to Google Cloud Platform
- Overview of GCP services and global infrastructure
- Introduction to GCP Console and Cloud Shell
- Identity and Access Management (IAM) basics
- Setting up a GCP project and exploring GCP Console
Networking and Virtual Machines
- Understanding VPCs, subnets, and network topologies
- Configuring firewall rules and network peering
- Creating and managing virtual machines (Compute Engine)
- Deploying and connecting virtual machines
Security Fundamentals and Kubernetes
- GCP security model and best practices
- Implementing roles and permissions
- Introduction to Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) and containerisation concepts
- Deploying a containerised application on GKE
- Setting up GKE and deploying a sample containerised app
Storage Solutions in GCP
- Overview of GCP storage options: Cloud Storage, Persistent Disks, and Filestore
- Setting up and managing buckets and storage classes
- Comparing use cases for different storage solutions
- Configuring and managing storage solutions
Databases and Platform Management
- Introduction to database options on GCP
- Deploying and configuring Cloud SQL and Firestore
- Monitoring and maintaining database performance
- Overview of GCP monitoring tools for platform management
- Deploying a database and configuring monitoring
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic understanding of cloud concepts
- Familiarity with command-line tools and fundamental networking principles
Audience
- IT professionals
- Cloud administrators
- System administrators
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It was a really good training course, well prepared and explained by the trainer with great hands on experience on GCP.
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Course - Google Cloud Platform Basics and Management
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