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GKE Autopilot: Qwik Start
This is a self-paced lab that takes place in the Google Cloud console.
GKE Autopilot provides a managed environment for deploying, managing, and scaling your containerized applications using Google infrastructure. Autopilot is a new managed mode of operation for Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) in which Google creates, sizes, and automatically scales on your behalf the physical infrastructure needed to run your application workloads.
In this lab, you get hands-on practice containerizing an application and deploying it to an Autopilot cluster using Kubernetes configuration and commands.
Duration
6 Months
Institution
Google Cloud
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Google Cloud.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$375
Total Est. Investment
$375
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the GKE Autopilot: Qwik Start program at Google Cloud are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.