Course Description

Course Overview

The Networking in Google Cloud Platform (NGCP) course is designed to provide individuals with a comprehensive understanding of networking concepts and best practices in the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environment. This course covers various networking services and features offered by GCP, enabling participants to design, implement, and manage scalable and secure networks in the cloud.

Prerequisites

To enroll in the NGCP course, participants should have a basic understanding of networking concepts such as IP addressing, subnetting, and routing. Familiarity with GCP fundamentals and experience in managing cloud resources 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 NGCP course follows a blended learning approach, combining theoretical instruction, demonstrations, and hands-on labs. Participants will engage in instructor-led sessions where networking concepts and GCP services are explained. They will also have access to GCP resources and tools to gain practical experience in networking implementation. The course encourages active participation, discussions, and collaborative problem-solving to reinforce learning.

Course Outline

Introduction to Networking in GCP

Overview of GCP networking services and components

Understanding VPCs, subnets, and firewall rules

GCP networking options and architectures

VPC Network Design and Configuration

Designing VPC networks and subnets

Configuring IP addressing and routing in GCP

Managing network traffic with firewall rules

Load Balancing and Traffic Management

Implementing HTTP(S), TCP, and UDP load balancing

Distributing traffic with global and regional load balancers

Utilizing network service tiers for traffic optimization

Network Connectivity and Hybrid Cloud

Interconnecting networks with Cloud VPN or Dedicated Interconnect

Extending on-premises networks to GCP with Cloud Interconnect

Utilizing partner interconnect and direct peering options

Network Security and Access Control

Implementing network-level security with Cloud Armor and Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy

Managing network encryption with VPN and Cloud Key Management Service

Utilizing Cloud Identity and Access Management (IAM) for network access control

Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting

Monitoring network performance and health with Stackdriver

Analyzing network traffic with VPC Flow Logs

Troubleshooting network connectivity and latency issues

Outcome

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

• Developed a comprehensive understanding of networking concepts and best practices in the GCP environment
• Acquired practical knowledge in designing and implementing scalable and secure networks in GCP
• Gained expertise in utilizing GCP networking services and features
• Learned techniques for network monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization
• Gained hands-on experience through practical labs and exercises
• Prepared to design, implement, and manage robust networks in the GCP environment

Labs

The NGCP course includes hands-on labs that provide participants with practical experience in networking implementation in GCP. Some examples of lab exercises include:

• Configuring VPC networks, subnets, and firewall rules
• Implementing load balancers for HTTP(S) and TCP traffic
• Establishing site-to-site VPN connections with Cloud VPN
• Configuring network peering and hybrid connectivity
• Securing network traffic with Cloud Armor and Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy
• Monitoring network performance and analyzing flow logs

These labs enable participants to apply the concepts learned in the course and gain hands-on experience in implementing and managing networking solutions in the GCP environment, allowing them to develop practical skills in networking implementation and management on GCP.