Gcp Associate Cloud Engineer–Google Cloud Certification Prep

A Practical Guide to Prepare for the GCP Associate Cloud Engineer Certification Exam With Hands-on Demos and Mock Exam!

What you'll learn

Gain a solid understanding of the fundamental concepts and principles of Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

Explore the core principles of cloud computing, including service models and deployment models.

Learn about GCP's global infrastructure, its data centers, regions, and availability zones.

Discover how to set up your own GCP account and configure it to get started with cloud services.

Become proficient in using the GCP Console and Cloud Shell for managing and deploying resources.

Master Google Cloud Compute services, including Compute Engine, App Engine, and Kubernetes Engine.

Learn to create and manage virtual machine instances, including advanced options like adding GPUs.

Explore developer tools for Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), including Artifact Registry, Container Registry, and Cloud Build.

Understand networking services in GCP, including Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Cloud DNS, Load Balancing, and CDN.

Discover essential security services, including Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cloud Armor, Cloud Firewall, and Cloud Security Command Center (SCC).

Gain expertise in data analytics with services like BigQuery, Dataflow, Dataproc, and Cloud Pub/Sub.

Explore Google Cloud's artificial intelligence and machine learning services, including Vertex AI.

Efficiently monitor and manage applications using Google Cloud Monitoring, Logging, Trace, and Error Reporting.

Learn cost-saving strategies such as rightsizing, resource management, cost allocation, and budgeting for effective cost optimization.

Apply your newfound knowledge in practical scenarios with hands-on demos and projects that simulate real-world cloud engineering challenges.

Requirements

No requirements for this course, everything is explained from the very beginning

Description

Welcome to the GCP Associate Cloud Engineer – Google Cloud Certification Prep course, where you'll embark on a journey to master the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel as a Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer and ace the certification exam. This comprehensive 10-hour course is designed to provide you with a holistic learning experience, offering deep insights into the world of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and cloud engineering. Delve into the Core of GCP:In this comprehensive program, we dive deep into the heart of Google Cloud Platform (GCP). You'll explore the intricacies of cloud computing, unravel the layers of GCP's offerings, and gain a holistic understanding of cloud technology. We leave no stone unturned as we navigate through GCP's computing, storage, developer tools, networking, security, data analytics, and cutting-edge artificial intelligence and machine learning services.Unlock the Power of Advanced Technologies:Venture into the forefront of technology with GCP's advanced services. We introduce you to Vertex AI and guide you in designing and implementing intelligent applications that can perceive, communicate, and interpret. This opens doors to groundbreaking solutions and enriched user experiences.Practical Implementation and Real-World Applications:This course goes beyond theory. You'll have the opportunity to apply your newly acquired knowledge in practical scenarios. With a balanced mix of concise PowerPoint presentations and hands-on demonstrations at every step, you'll gain the confidence to implement real-world projects. You'll understand the intricacies of deploying solutions on GCP, ensuring you're not just knowledgeable but also proficient in its practical application.An All-Encompassing Learning Experience:Whether you're a beginner entering the cloud computing realm or a seasoned professional seeking to enhance your skills, this course caters to your learning needs. It provides detailed insights and a wealth of practical knowledge. By the end of this comprehensive guide, you'll possess a profound understanding of GCP's offerings and the skills required to deploy efficient, secure, and scalable solutions. This positions you to shine in the constantly evolving tech industry.Course Highlights:Structured Learning Path: Our course is organized into clear, focused sections, each dedicated to a specific domain of GCP.Expert Guidance: Learn from a seasoned professional with extensive experience in cloud computing and GCP.Practical Insights: Engage in hands-on demonstrations and real-world projects to reinforce your learning and effectively apply your acquired knowledge.Dynamic Learning Material: Benefit from a blend of engaging PowerPoint presentations and insightful lectures to thoroughly grasp complex concepts.Practice Exam + Next Steps: Test your knowledge with a practice exam and get guidance on post-certification career opportunities.Embark on Your Cloud Journey:If you're passionate about technology, eager to upskill, and aspire to be at the forefront of the cloud computing revolution, this course is your gateway to success. Enroll in the GCP Associate Cloud Engineer – Google Cloud Certification Prep today, and elevate your understanding and skills to harness the boundless opportunities offered by GCP! Join us on this exciting journey into the world of cloud engineering and certification excellence.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction To Google Cloud Platform

Lecture 1 Overview of the GCP Associate Cloud Engineer Certification Exam

Lecture 2 Overview of Cloud Computing

Lecture 3 Cloud Computing Service Models

Lecture 4 Introduction to GCP

Lecture 5 GCP's Global Infrastructure

Lecture 6 Setting up a GCP Account

Lecture 7 Getting Started with GCP Console and Cloud Shell

Section 2: Google Cloud Compute Services

Lecture 8 Introduction to Compute Engine

Lecture 9 Creating Virtual Machine Instances with Cloud Console

Lecture 10 Advanced Options when Creating a VM Instance

Lecture 11 Adding a GPU to a VM Instance

Lecture 12 Installing Cloud SDK and Creating VM Instances using Cloud SDK

Lecture 13 Creating Virtual Machine Instanes using Cloud Shell

Lecture 14 Creating Instance Groups with Cloud Console

Lecture 15 Creating Instance Groups with Cloud Shell

Lecture 16 Deploying an Application with Google Compute Engine

Lecture 17 Introduction to Microservices

Lecture 18 What is Google Kubernetes Engine

Lecture 19 Creating a Cluster in the Cloud Console (Autopilot)

Lecture 20 Create a Cluster with Console (Standard Cluster)

Lecture 21 Deploying a Sample App with Google Kubernetes Engine

Lecture 22 Building and Deploying an App with Google Kubernetes Engine

Lecture 23 Exploring Deployment and Service YAML Configuration Files

Lecture 24 Google Kubernetes Engine: Scaling Deployments

Lecture 25 Google Kubernetes Engine: Cleaning Up

Lecture 26 Introduction to Cloud Run

Lecture 27 Deploying an App with Cloud Run

Lecture 28 Introduction to App Engine

Lecture 29 Deploying an Application with Google App Engine

Lecture 30 Introduction to Cloud Functions

Lecture 31 Working a Function in Cloud Functions

Lecture 32 [OPTIONAL LESSON] Introduction to Artifact Registry and Container Registry

Section 3: Introduction to Anthos

Lecture 33 Introduction to Anthos

Lecture 34 Working with Anthos

Section 4: Storage and Database Services in GCP

Lecture 35 Introduction to Google Cloud Storage

Lecture 36 Introduction to SQL Databases in GCP: Cloud SQL

Lecture 37 Working with an Example in Cloud MySQL

Lecture 38 Introduction to AlloyDB

Lecture 39 Creating a Database in AlloyDB

Lecture 40 Introduction to Cloud Spanner

Lecture 41 Working an Example in Cloud Spanner

Lecture 42 Introduction to NoSQL Databases in GCP

Lecture 43 Introduction to Cloud Bigtable

Lecture 44 Introduction to Cloud Memorystore

Lecture 45 Choosing Between the Database Services in GCP

Section 5: Networking Services in GCP

Lecture 46 Introduction to Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)

Lecture 47 Hybrid Connectivity: Virtual Private Network (VPN)

Lecture 48 Hybrid Connectivity: Cloud Interconnect

Lecture 49 Introduction to Cloud DNS

Lecture 50 Introduction to Cloud Load Balancing

Lecture 51 Introduction to Cloud CDN

Section 6: Security Services in GCP

Lecture 52 Introduction to IAM

Lecture 53 Introduction to Cloud Armor

Lecture 54 Introduction to Cloud Firewall

Lecture 55 Introduction to Cloud Security Command Center (SCC)

Section 7: Data Analytics Services in GCP

Lecture 56 Introduction to BigQuery

Lecture 57 Introduction to Cloud Composer

Lecture 58 Introduction to Cloud Dataflow

Lecture 59 Introduction to Cloud Dataproc

Lecture 60 Introduction to Cloud Dataprep

Lecture 61 Introduction to Cloud Data Fusion

Lecture 62 Introduction to Cloud Pub/Sub

Lecture 63 Choosing Between the Data Analytics Services

Section 8: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Services in GCP

Lecture 64 Introduction to Vertex AI

Lecture 65 Introduction to Vertex AI Vision

Lecture 66 Introduction to AI Platform

Lecture 67 Introduction to Gen App Builder

Lecture 68 Introduction to Speech-to-Text AI

Section 9: Monitoring and Logging Services in GCP

Lecture 69 Introduction to Google Cloud Monitoring

Lecture 70 Introduction to Google Cloud Logging

Lecture 71 Introduction to Google Cloud Trace

Lecture 72 Introduction to Google Cloud Error Reporting

Section 10: Cost Optimization in GCP

Lecture 73 Introduction to Cost Optimization in GCP

Lecture 74 Rightsizing and Resource Management

Lecture 75 Cost Allocation and Budgeting

Lecture 76 Introduction to Pricing Calculator

Lecture 77 Best Practices and Continuous Optimization

Section 11: BONUS: Practice Exam + Next Steps

Lecture 78 What to Do After Passing the Exam: Next Steps

Those looking to pass the GCP Associate Cloud Engineer certification exam and boost their career prospects in cloud engineering.,Experienced cloud engineers and architects looking to validate their skills and knowledge by obtaining the GCP certification.,IT experts, system administrators, and network administrators looking to expand their skill set and deepen their knowledge of cloud technology.,Software developers who want to understand how to deploy and manage applications on GCP and harness its developer tools.,Network engineers and architects aiming to enhance their networking skills and optimize cloud infrastructure.,Individuals who are passionate about technology and cloud computing and want to embark on a journey to become proficient in GCP.