Leveraging Google Cloud Firestore for Realtime Database Solutions from Pluralsight

Cloud Firestore is a cloud-hosted NoSQL, document-oriented database where documents are made up of fields and stored in collections. Firestore is a fully-managed service which allows realtime updates to keep data in sync across multiple clients.

Cloud Firestore is a flexible, scalable, realtime database where users can be notified when data changes in the cloud. Cloud Firestore is often used for mobile and web applications where there are multiple-clients who need to be kept in sync. In this course, Leveraging Google Cloud Firestore for Realtime Database Solutions, you will study the data model and practical usage of two realtime databases offered as a part of Firebase, Google’s mobile and web application development platform. First, you will explore Cloud Firestore, a highly, scalable and performant NoSQL database which allows for low latency create, read, update, and delete operations. Then, you will understand the basic data model of Firestore where documents help model hierarchical relationships. Next, you will see how you can secure data stored on Cloud Firestore, focusing on security rules which allow very granular specification of how data can be accessed from mobile and web client applications. Finally, you will delve into the original realtime database offering on Firebase, the Realtime Database. At the end of this course, you will have all the knowledge and skills to leverage the right realtime database for your use case, and structure data based on best practices for low latency and high performance.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Managing and Querying Data Using the Cloud Firestore API

Securing Data in Cloud Firestore Using Security Rules

Using Firebase Realtime Database

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches both beginning and advanced concepts in NoSQL database technologies

A practical guide to using Firebase Realtime Database, a scalable and performant cloud-based database

Taught by experts in cloud technology, providing valuable industry insights

Suitable for mobile and web developers seeking to enhance their understanding of realtime database technologies

Requires a basic understanding of database concepts and programming

May require additional resources or hands-on practice to fully grasp the implementation of these technologies

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Leveraging Google Cloud Firestore for Realtime Database Solutions with these activities:

Organize and review course materials

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Organizing and reviewing your course materials will help you stay on top of the content, improve retention, and prepare for assessments more effectively.

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Gather all the materials for the course, including notes, slides, assignments, and readings
Organize the materials into a logical structure, such as by topic or week
Review the materials regularly to reinforce your understanding

Review NoSQL basics

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Strengthening your knowledge of basic NoSQL concepts will help you comprehend the specific implementation of such concepts in Cloud Firestore.

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Read up articles and tutorials on NoSQL
Explore the NoSQL section of the official Google Cloud documentation
Review your notes or coursework from previous database-related courses

Follow a Firestore tutorial

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Following a hands-on tutorial will provide you with a practical understanding of how to use Firestore and reinforce the concepts covered in the course.

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Choose a tutorial that aligns with your skill level and interests
Follow the tutorial step-by-step and experiment with the code
Troubleshoot any issues you encounter and explore additional resources for support

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Attend a Cloud Firestore workshop

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Attending a workshop specifically focused on Firestore will provide you with in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with the technology.

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Research and find a reputable workshop that aligns with your skill level and interests
Register for the workshop and prepare any necessary materials
Attend the workshop, engage with the instructors, and actively participate in discussions

Practice data modeling using Firestore

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Hands-on practice modeling data structures in Firestore will help you understand the practical application of the concepts taught in the course.

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Find a dataset or create a sample one
Design a data model for the dataset using Cloud Firestore
Create a Firestore database and implement your data model
Query and manipulate the data to test your model

Design a security plan for a Firestore application

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Designing a security plan will enhance your understanding of the security features and best practices for protecting data in Firestore applications.

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Identify the potential security risks and threats to a Firestore application
Research and understand the security features provided by Firestore
Develop a security plan that outlines the implementation of these features
Review and refine your plan to ensure it aligns with the specific requirements of your application

Build a sample app using Firestore

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Creating a practical project will solidify your understanding of Firestore and its capabilities, especially in the context of mobile or web application development.

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Identify a simple application idea that can be implemented using Firestore
Plan the data model and design the user interface
Develop the application using your chosen programming language and frameworks
Test and refine your application

Participate in a hackathon focused on Cloud Firestore

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Participating in a hackathon will push you to apply your Firestore skills in a competitive environment and foster creativity and problem-solving abilities.

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Find a hackathon that aligns with your interests and skill level
Form a team or work individually and brainstorm ideas
Develop a solution using Cloud Firestore and other relevant technologies
Present your project to a panel of judges

Career center

Learners who complete Leveraging Google Cloud Firestore for Realtime Database Solutions will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Database Administrator

As a Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of databases. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. You may be responsible for designing and managing Cloud Firestore databases as a part of this role, which is why taking a course on this subject can help you be successful in this role. This course will help you build a foundation for working with databases like this one.

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Cloud Engineer

As a Cloud Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing projects and products in the cloud, managing and maintaining cloud infrastructure, and testing cloud environments. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. You may be responsible for designing and managing Cloud Firestore databases as a part of this role, which is why taking a course on this subject can help you be successful in this role. Especially for beginners in the field, understanding how to leverage this tool and others like it can improve efficiency and accuracy.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. You may be responsible for designing and managing Cloud Firestore databases as a part of this role, which is why taking a course on this subject can help you be successful in this role. Especially for beginners in the field, understanding how to leverage this tool and others like it can improve efficiency and accuracy.

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Data Engineer

Data Engineers are responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining data architectures. They work closely with data scientists and other stakeholders to ensure that data is available, reliable, and secure. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. You may be responsible for designing and managing Cloud Firestore databases as a part of this role, which is why taking a course on this subject can help you be successful in this role. Especially for beginners in the field, understanding how to leverage this tool and others like it can improve efficiency and accuracy.

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Data Scientist

In your role as a Data Scientist, you will be responsible for collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to build machine learning models. Often, this data is stored in one or many databases, knowledge of which is required to access it and successfully perform these tasks. Cloud Firestore is a NoSQL database that may be used to store large volumes of your data. Taking this course on leveraging Cloud Firestore will equip you with a skill that directly translates to a Data Scientist's tasks and responsibilities.

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Cloud Solutions Architect

Cloud Solutions Architects are responsible for designing and implementing cloud solutions that meet the needs of businesses. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. Understanding this tool and how to leverage it efficiently may be a useful skillset for Cloud Solutions Architects. Especially for beginners, this course has the potential to introduce the tools and skills needed to succeed in this career.

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Web Developer

Web Developers are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining web applications. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. It is commonly used by those who develop web applications. Taking this course can help prepare you for a career in Web Development, by teaching you how to leverage databases like Cloud Firestore that are particularly useful in this space.

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Full Stack Engineer

As a Full Stack Engineer, you will be responsible for the entire application development lifecycle, from design and development to deployment and maintenance. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. You may be responsible for designing and managing Cloud Firestore databases as a part of this role, which is why taking a course on this subject can help you be successful in this role. Full Stack Engineers must understand how to build and maintain databases like this one, and so this course may be helpful to those seeking to transition into a Full Stack Engineering role.

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Systems Administrator

As a Systems Administrator, you may be responsible for tasks such as managing and maintaining cloud infrastructure, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and ensuring the security of systems and data. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. You may be responsible for managing Cloud Firestore databases as a part of this role, which is why taking a course on this subject can help you be successful in this role.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts are responsible for protecting information systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. Understanding how to secure databases, including NoSQL databases, is a useful skillset for Information Security Analysts. This course dives into the topic of database security and may be helpful for Information Security Analysts.

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Mobile Developer

Mobile Developers are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining mobile applications. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. It is commonly used by developers building mobile applications. Taking this course can help prepare you for a career in Mobile Development, by teaching you how to leverage databases like Cloud Firestore that are particularly useful in this space.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts are responsible for collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to identify trends and patterns. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. It is possible that this course may help Data Analysts build a foundation for their role, especially for those interested in working with NoSQL databases.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers are responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. Understanding how to leverage NoSQL databases may be a useful skillset for DevOps Engineers. This course will help build a foundation for this type of work for those new to the field.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers are responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining computer networks. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. Understanding how to work with and leverage NoSQL databases may be a useful skillset for Network Engineers. This is especially true of Network Engineers who specialize in cloud-related tasks and projects. It is possible this course may help build a foundation for Network Engineers interested in working with Cloud Firestore.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. While not essential for Project Managers to be technical experts in every tool used by their team, a basic understanding can be helpful. Cloud Firestore is a popular NoSQL database used to manage and query data on the cloud. Having a high-level understanding of how this tool works may be an asset to Project Managers leading teams that use Cloud Firestore in their workflow.

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