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by Thompson Carter (Author)
Google Cloud Platform for Developers: A Step-by-Step Approach to GCP
Unlock the power of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with Google Cloud Platform for Developers, your ultimate guide to building, deploying, and managing cloud applications with one of the leading cloud providers. This book is designed for developers who want to master GCP's services, from compute resources and storage solutions to machine learning and networking. Whether you're just starting your cloud journey or looking to expand your cloud expertise, this step-by-step guide will help you take full advantage of GCP to build scalable, reliable, and cost-effective applications.
Learn how to deploy applications, manage cloud infrastructure, and optimize performance with real-world examples, detailed tutorials, and best practices. From Google Compute Engine (GCE) to Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), this book provides practical knowledge to help you harness the full potential of GCP.
What You'll Learn:✅ Google Cloud Fundamentals - Understand the key components and services within GCP, including Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, and BigQuery.
✅ Setting Up GCP Projects - Learn how to set up your first GCP project, configure billing, manage permissions, and organize resources.
✅ Virtual Machines and Compute Resources - Deploy and manage VM instances with Compute Engine, scale applications using App Engine, and orchestrate containers with Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).
✅ Cloud Networking - Configure VPCs, subnets, and firewalls, and explore Cloud Load Balancing and Cloud DNS for managing network traffic.
✅ Data Storage and Databases - Work with Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, and Firestore to store, manage, and query data in cloud-native applications.
✅ Serverless Computing - Use Cloud Functions and Cloud Run to create scalable, event-driven applications without worrying about infrastructure management.
✅ Machine Learning on GCP - Leverage AI Platform to build, train, and deploy machine learning models using GCP's suite of tools.
✅ Monitoring and Logging - Integrate Cloud Monitoring and Cloud Logging to track application performance, diagnose issues, and optimize resources.
✅ Security and IAM - Implement Identity and Access Management (IAM) to secure resources, control access, and manage roles within your GCP environment.
✅ Scaling Applications - Set up auto-scaling, load balancing, and cloud-based databases for high availability and reliability in production environments.
✅ CI/CD and DevOps with GCP - Automate your workflows with Cloud Build, Cloud Source Repositories, and Cloud Deploy to implement Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery practices.
✅ Deploying and Managing Containers - Learn how to deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications with Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) and Cloud Run.
✅ Real-World Case Studies - Explore case studies of GCP solutions for industries like e-commerce, gaming, and healthcare to understand how GCP is transforming businesses.
With hands-on examples, easy-to-follow tutorials, and proven strategies, Google Cloud Platform for Developers is the go-to resource for anyone looking to build powerful, scalable applications using GCP.
