Google Cloud Platform Explained: Step-by-Step Guide with Labs, Diagrams, and Certification Tips
Master Google Cloud Platform (GCP) from the ground up with this comprehensive, beginner-friendly guide packed with practical labs, clear diagrams, and real-world examples.
Whether you're a student, IT professional, developer, or cloud enthusiast, this book provides everything you need to understand and work confidently with GCP services. From launching virtual machines to deploying containerized applications and implementing data analytics pipelines, every topic is explained in an easy-to-follow, hands-on format.
What You'll Learn:
Cloud computing fundamentals and GCP architecture
How to launch and manage Compute Engine VMs
Serverless development with Cloud Functions and Cloud Run
Storage services like Cloud Storage, Firestore, and BigQuery
Networking, VPCs, IAM, and security best practices
CI/CD with Cloud Build and GitHub
Real-time analytics with Dataflow and Pub/Sub
Machine learning with Vertex AI and AutoML
Step-by-step labs and certification tips for the Associate Cloud Engineer exam
Key Features:
✔ 60+ chapters organized into logical sections for structured learning
✔ 200+ hands-on labs and CLI examples
✔ 100+ illustrations and architecture diagrams
✔ Certification insights and real interview-style questions
✔ Ideal for GCP beginners and intermediate users preparing for cloud roles
Whether you're pursuing GCP certification or looking to upgrade your cloud skills, this book will guide you with a blend of theoretical concepts and practical application.
Perfect for:
Beginners in cloud computing
DevOps engineers and system administrators
Cloud architects and software developers
Associate Cloud Engineer exam candidates
Take your cloud career to the next level. Start building on Google Cloud today
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