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Google Cloud Essentials
This course walks you through the essential skills and services you need to get up and running on Google Cloud. Throughout the course, expert Dan Sullivan uses demos and labs to cement your understanding and provide you with hands on experience in the Google Cloud Platform. By the end of the course, you will learn how to start using Google Cloud, decide which computing service is right for your needs, create virtual machines, and use serverless functions for event driven processing. You’ll also learn about running containers in Cloud Run and Google Kubernetes Engine. It also covers hot topics like AI and machine learning on Google Cloud and explores using Google BigQuery for a wide range of analytics workloads.
Duration
4 Months
Institution
Pearson
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Pearson.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$136
Total Est. Investment
$136
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Google Cloud Essentials program at Pearson are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.