Course Description

Course Overview

The Developing Applications with Google Cloud Platform (DAGCP) course is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop scalable and resilient applications on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This course focuses on the key concepts, tools, and best practices for building cloud-native applications using GCP services.

Prerequisites

To enroll in the DAGCP course, participants should have a strong understanding of software development principles and familiarity with at least one programming language such as Python, Java, or Node.js. Prior experience with cloud computing concepts and GCP fundamentals will be beneficial. Participants should also have access to a GCP project or demo environment to practice the concepts covered in the course.

Methodology

The DAGCP course follows a blended learning approach, combining theoretical instruction, demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on labs. Participants will engage in instructor-led sessions where application development concepts and best practices are explained. They will also have access to GCP resources and tools to gain practical experience in developing applications. The course encourages active participation, discussions, and collaborative problem-solving to reinforce learning.

Course Outline

Introduction to Cloud-Native Application Development

Overview of cloud-native application development principles

Understanding GCP’s services and tools for application development

Exploring development environments and tools on GCP

Building Scalable and Resilient Applications

Designing applications for scalability and fault tolerance

Utilizing GCP services for scalability, such as App Engine and Cloud Functions

Implementing resilience and fault tolerance using GCP’s managed services

Data Storage and Persistence

Utilizing GCP’s database services, including Cloud Spanner, Firestore, and Cloud SQL

Implementing caching and data storage strategies with Cloud Memorystore

Managing data consistency, availability, and durability

Developing Microservices and Serverless Applications

Building microservices architectures with GCP services like Cloud Run and Cloud Functions

Utilizing API management and service mesh with Apigee and Istio

Implementing serverless applications with Cloud Functions and Eventarc

Implementing Authentication and Authorization

Configuring user authentication and authorization with Identity Platform

Securing API endpoints with Identity-Aware Proxy (IAP)

Implementing OAuth and OpenID Connect for user authentication

Application Monitoring and Debugging

Implementing logging and monitoring with Stackdriver

Debugging applications with Cloud Debugger and Cloud Trace

Utilizing error reporting and performance monitoring tools

Outcome

By the end of the DAGCP course, participants will have:

• Developed a comprehensive understanding of cloud-native application development concepts and best practices
• Acquired practical knowledge in developing scalable and resilient applications on GCP
• Gained expertise in utilizing GCP services for data storage, authentication, and monitoring
• Learned techniques for building microservices and serverless applications
• Gained hands-on experience through practical labs and exercises
• Prepared to develop cloud-native applications on GCP, leveraging its services and tools effectively

Labs

The DAGCP course includes hands-on labs that provide participants with practical experience in developing applications on GCP. Some examples of lab exercises include:

• Building and deploying a scalable application using App Engine or Cloud Run
• Utilizing GCP’s database services for data storage and retrieval
• Implementing serverless functions with Cloud Functions or Cloud Run
• Configuring authentication and authorization using Identity Platform and IAP
• Implementing logging and monitoring with Stackdriver
• Debugging and optimizing application performance using Cloud Debugger and Cloud Trace

These labs enable participants to apply the concepts learned in the course and gain hands-on experience in developing applications on GCP, allowing them to develop practical skills as cloud application developers.