Developing Applications on Google Cloud: Foundations

Transitioning to cloud development requires a solid understanding of how to architect, deploy, and manage applications in a modern ecosystem. This text-based course guides you through the core concepts of cloud application development, helping you make informed architectural decisions. You will learn how to select the right compute and data storage options, implement secure identity management, and leverage modern cloud-native patterns to build resilient, scalable applications. What you'll learn: Understand foundational cloud concepts and the architecture of modern cloud-native applications; Evaluate and select the best compute options, including serverless, containers, and virtual machines; Choose appropriate data storage services based on application requirements and scalability needs; Implement secure application authentication and authorization using identity and access management; Integrate modern cloud APIs, including foundational generative AI and machine learning services; Apply best practices for application monitoring, logging, and error reporting. This course starts with essential terminology and structural foundations before moving into step-by-step written guides on choosing resources, configuring services, and deploying code. Designed for beginner developers and software engineers looking to start their cloud journey, no prior cloud experience is required. Start reading today to build a strong foundation in modern cloud development.