Cloud Computing Lvl2
This comprehensive course provides a deep dive into Google Cloud Platform (GCP), equipping students with the knowledge and skills to design, build, and manage scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions. Through hands-on labs and real-world case studies, students will master GCP's core services and advanced technologies, preparing them for professional roles in cloud architecture, development, and administration.
Course Outlines
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Module 1: GCP Fundamentals (10 credit hours)
- Introduction to Cloud Computing: Cloud concepts, service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), deployment models, and the advantages of cloud computing.
- GCP Overview: Global infrastructure, key services, pricing models, and account management.
- Core Infrastructure: Compute Engine, Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), networking, storage options (Cloud Storage, persistent disks), and databases (Cloud SQL, Cloud Spanner).
- Security and Identity: Identity and Access Management (IAM), security best practices, and compliance.
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Module 2: Developing and Deploying Applications (15 credit hours)
- App Engine: Deploying and scaling web applications and APIs.
- Kubernetes Engine: Container orchestration, deploying and managing containerized applications.
- Cloud Functions: Serverless computing, event-driven architecture, and building microservices.
- Cloud Run: Deploying and scaling containerized applications on a serverless platform.
- DevOps on GCP: Continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, infrastructure as code (Terraform), and monitoring.
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Module 3: Data Management and Analytics (15 credit hours)
- BigQuery: Data warehousing, data analysis, and business intelligence.
- Cloud Dataflow: Batch and stream data processing.
- Cloud Dataproc: Managed Hadoop and Spark clusters for big data processing.
- Cloud Pub/Sub: Real-time messaging and data ingestion.
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Module 4: AI and Machine Learning (10 credit hours)
- AI Platform: Building, training, and deploying machine learning models.
- Vertex AI: Unified machine learning platform for building and deploying AI applications.
- Pre-trained APIs: Leveraging Google's pre-trained models for vision, language, and structured data.
- AutoML: Building custom machine learning models without coding.
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Module 5: Advanced Cloud Architecture and Management (10 credit hours)
- Cloud Networking: Advanced networking concepts, hybrid connectivity, and network security.
- Cloud Monitoring and Logging: Observability, logging, and monitoring tools.
- Cost Management: Optimizing cloud costs, budgeting, and billing analysis.
- Reliability and Disaster Recovery: Designing for high availability, fault tolerance, and disaster recovery.
- Google Cloud's Best Practices: Implementing best practices for security, performance, and cost optimization.
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Assessment:
- Hands-on Labs: Practical exercises on GCP to reinforce concepts and develop practical skills.
- Quizzes: Regular assessments to test understanding of key topics.
- Projects: Individual or group projects to design and implement cloud solutions.
- Case Studies: Analyzing real-world scenarios and applying GCP services to solve business problems.
- Final Exam: Comprehensive exam covering the entire course material.
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hours:
60 hr
Training Outcomes
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Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Design and implement scalable and secure cloud solutions on GCP.
- Deploy and manage applications using various GCP services.
- Utilize GCP's data management and analytics tools to derive insights from data.
- Leverage AI and machine learning services on GCP to build intelligent applications.
- Optimize cloud costs and ensure high availability and disaster recovery.
- Apply Google Cloud's best practices for security, performance, and cost optimization.
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This course structure provides a comprehensive and in-depth learning experience, preparing students for a successful career in cloud computing with a specialization in Google Cloud Platform. The emphasis on hands-on labs, projects, and case studies ensures that graduates possess the practical skills and knowledge required to excel in real-world cloud environments.
- Data Storage Options: Choosing the right storage solution for different data types and workloads.
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