App Engine: Qwik Start - Go from Coursera

This is a self-paced lab that takes place in the Google Cloud console.

This hands-on lab shows you how to create a small App Engine application that displays a short message. Watch the short video Build Apps at Scale with Google App Engine.

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Concisely teaches the basics of Google App Engine for building web applications in Go

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in App Engine: Qwik Start - Go with these activities:

Go Coding Practice

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Practice writing Go code to improve your programming skills and prepare for the course.

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Solve coding challenges on platforms like HackerRank or LeetCode.
Review App Engine code samples to practice using the platform's features.

Visualizing with GCloud

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Review the basics of data visualization with Google Cloud before beginning the course to build a stronger foundation for success.

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Review the Google Cloud documentation on data visualization.
Create a sample visualization using the Google Cloud console.

App Engine Tutorial

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Follow the App Engine Tutorial to develop a practical understanding of building web applications on Google Cloud.

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Follow the steps in the App Engine tutorial to create a simple web application.
Deploy the application to App Engine.

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Build a simple App Engine application

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Build a simple App Engine application to practice the concepts learned in the course

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Create a new App Engine project
Create a new App Engine application
Write a simple Hello World application
Deploy the application

Study Group

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Engage in discussions and share knowledge with other learners to enhance your understanding of course concepts.

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Join or form a study group with fellow learners.
Discuss course materials, work on assignments together, and provide support to each other.

Follow a tutorial on advanced App Engine features

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Follow a tutorial on advanced App Engine features to learn more about the platform

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Identify an advanced App Engine feature you want to learn
Find a tutorial on that feature
Follow the tutorial step-by-step
Deploy your application and test the feature

Personal Website Project

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Build a simple personal website using App Engine to apply your skills and deepen your understanding of the platform.

Browse courses on App Engine

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Design and plan your website's layout and content.
Create the website using App Engine and Go.
Deploy the website to App Engine.
Promote and share your website.

Write a blog post about your experiences with App Engine

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Write a blog post about your experiences with App Engine to share your knowledge with others

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Identify an aspect of App Engine you want to write about
Write a blog post about your experiences with that aspect
Publish your blog post
Share your blog post with others

Attend an App Engine workshop

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Attend an App Engine workshop to learn more about the platform from experts

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Find an App Engine workshop in your area
Register for the workshop
Attend the workshop
Participate in the workshop activities

Enter an App Engine competition

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Enter an App Engine competition to test your skills and win prizes

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Find an App Engine competition
Register for the competition
Develop your App Engine application
Submit your application

Career center

Learners who complete App Engine: Qwik Start - Go will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Web Developer

A Web Developer designs, develops, and maintains websites and web applications. They work with clients to understand their needs and create solutions that meet their requirements. This course provides a foundation in App Engine, a platform that simplifies the process of building and deploying web applications. Understanding App Engine can help Web Developers create scalable, maintainable, and cost-effective websites and web applications.

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Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect designs, builds, and manages cloud infrastructure solutions. They work with clients to understand their business needs and translate them into technical requirements. This course helps build a foundation in App Engine, a fully managed cloud platform. Understanding App Engine can help Cloud Architects create scalable, reliable, and cost-effective cloud solutions for their clients.

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Cloud Engineer

A Cloud Engineer designs, builds, and manages cloud infrastructure solutions. They work with clients to understand their business needs and translate them into technical requirements. This course helps build a foundation in App Engine, a fully managed cloud platform. Understanding App Engine can help Cloud Engineers create scalable, reliable, and cost-effective cloud solutions for their clients.

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Site Reliability Engineer

A Site Reliability Engineer ensures the reliability and performance of software systems. They monitor, diagnose, and resolve issues that may arise in the production environment. This course helps build a foundation in App Engine, a platform that provides built-in reliability features. Understanding App Engine can help Site Reliability Engineers quickly identify and resolve issues, ensuring high availability and uptime for their systems.

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Software Developer

A Software Developer designs, develops, and maintains software applications. They work in various industries, creating solutions for a wide range of problems. This course provides a foundation in App Engine, a platform that simplifies the process of building and deploying web applications. Understanding App Engine can help Software Developers create scalable, maintainable, and cost-effective applications.

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IT Manager

An IT Manager plans, implements, and manages IT systems for an organization. They ensure that IT infrastructure is reliable, efficient, and aligned with business needs. This course provides a foundation in App Engine, a platform that simplifies the process of building and managing web applications. Understanding App Engine can help IT Managers make informed decisions about cloud infrastructure and its benefits for their organization.

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Systems Administrator

A Systems Administrator manages and maintains computer systems. They ensure that systems are reliable, efficient, and secure. This course provides a foundation in App Engine, a platform that simplifies the process of building and managing web applications. Understanding App Engine can help Systems Administrators make informed decisions about cloud infrastructure and its benefits for their organization.

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DevOps Engineer

A DevOps Engineer plans, designs, and implements infrastructure for an organization. They ensure reliable and efficient software delivery pipelines, allowing for quick and frequent deployments. This course provides a foundation in App Engine, a platform that simplifies the process of building, deploying, and scaling applications. Understanding App Engine can help DevOps Engineers create robust and scalable infrastructure solutions.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator manages and maintains databases. They ensure that databases are reliable, efficient, and secure. This course may be useful for Database Administrators who are interested in using App Engine to deploy and manage their databases. App Engine provides a scalable and cost-effective platform for database administrators to store and manage their data.

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Mobile Developer

A Mobile Developer designs and develops applications for mobile devices. They create user interfaces, implement features, and optimize performance to provide a seamless user experience. This course may be useful for Mobile Developers who are interested in building mobile applications on the App Engine platform. App Engine provides a scalable and cost-effective solution for mobile app development, allowing developers to focus on creating great user experiences.

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Information Security Analyst

An Information Security Analyst protects an organization's information assets from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course may be useful for Information Security Analysts who are interested in understanding the security features of App Engine. App Engine provides built-in security features that can help protect applications from threats.

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Network Engineer

A Network Engineer designs, builds, and maintains computer networks. They ensure that networks are reliable, efficient, and secure. This course may be useful for Network Engineers who are interested in understanding the networking aspects of App Engine. App Engine provides a scalable and cost-effective platform for network engineers to build and manage their networks.

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Data Scientist

A Data Scientist uses data to extract meaningful insights and patterns. They develop and implement machine learning models to solve business problems. This course may be useful for Data Scientists who are interested in using App Engine to deploy and scale their machine learning models. App Engine provides a scalable and cost-effective platform for data scientists to build and deploy their models.

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Technical Writer

A Technical Writer creates and maintains documentation for software products. They work with engineers and product managers to ensure that documentation is accurate, clear, and helpful. This course may be useful for Technical Writers who are interested in understanding the technical aspects of building and deploying web applications on App Engine. This knowledge can help them create accurate and helpful documentation for developers using the platform.

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Product Manager

A Product Manager is responsible for the vision and execution of a software product. They work with engineers, designers, and marketers to bring products to market and ensure their success. This course may be useful for Product Managers who are interested in understanding the technical aspects of building and deploying web applications on App Engine. This knowledge can help them make informed decisions about the platform and its capabilities.

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Reading list

We've selected seven books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in App Engine: Qwik Start - Go.

The Go Programming Language

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Is the official Go programming language documentation, providing a comprehensive overview of the language's syntax, semantics, and libraries. It is an essential resource for any Go developer, regardless of their experience level.

Go Programming Language, The (Addison-Wesley...

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Go in Action

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Provides a comprehensive overview of the Go programming language, covering topics such as syntax, semantics, and libraries. It valuable resource for developers who want to learn how to write idiomatic and efficient Go code.

Go in Action

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If These Walls Could Talk: Seattle Seahawks

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Provides a collection of essays and articles on Go programming. It valuable resource for developers who want to learn more about the Go language and its community.

If These Walls Could Talk: Seattle Seahawks:...

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Designing Distributed Control Systems

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Provides a collection of examples that demonstrate how to use the Go programming language. It valuable resource for developers who want to learn how to write idiomatic and efficient Go code.

Designing Distributed Control Systems: A Pattern...

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Go in Practice

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Provides a collection of practical recipes and patterns for solving common problems in Go. It valuable resource for developers who want to learn how to write idiomatic and efficient Go code.

Go in Practice: Includes 70 Techniques

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Go in Practice: Includes 70 Techniques

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Go: Design Patterns for Real-World Projects

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Provides a collection of blueprints for building common types of Go applications. It valuable resource for developers who want to learn how to design and implement scalable and efficient Go applications.

Go: Design Patterns for Real-World Projects

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Designing Web APIs

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Provides a practical guide to web programming with Go, covering topics such as HTTP request handling, templating, and database integration. It good resource for developers who want to learn how to build web applications with Go.

Designing Web APIs: Building APIs That Developers...

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Designing Web APIs: Building APIs That Developers...

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