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Build a Project Tracking App with AppSheet

Google Cloud Training

This is a Google Cloud Self-Paced Lab.

In this lab, you'll build a simple project tracking and approval application. AppSheet is a no-code development platform that lets anyone without coding experience build mobile and web applications. You can build AppSheet apps from data sources, such as Google Sheets, Excel, Cloud SQL, Salesforce, and other similar connectors. App user activity syncs to the connected data source(s).

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Develops project tracking and approval skills, which are essential for workforce readiness

Taught by Google Cloud Training, which is recognized for its expertise in cloud computing

Employs AppSheet, an industry-standard tool for building mobile and web applications

Examines project tracking and approval, which is highly relevant to fields like management and project coordination

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Reviews summary

No-code appsheet for project tracking

According to students, this course provides a highly practical and accessible introduction to AppSheet, enabling learners to build functional applications without coding. Many highlight its clear explanations and step-by-step guidance as particularly effective, making it an excellent starting point for beginners. Learners appreciate the hands-on labs and the course's focus on real-world application, allowing them to create immediate solutions for professional or personal projects. While it excels at fundamentals, a few students found it to be somewhat basic for intermediate users, wishing for more advanced details on complex features or integrations.

Explanations are lucid, making concepts easy to grasp.

"The instructor explains concepts very clearly and the hands-on labs are super helpful."

"Very well structured and easy to follow."

"The video explanations are clear. Overall, satisfied with the learning outcome."

A strong starting point for no-code development.

"This course is a fantastic introduction to AppSheet. The instructor explains concepts very clearly..."

"A solid beginner course. It walks you through building a project tracking app step-by-step."

"Decent course for learning AppSheet basics... perfect for beginners wanting to get started with no-code app development."

Build real-world apps with immediate utility.

"I immediately applied what I learned to create a custom tracking tool for my team. The practical, real-world application focus is its strongest asset."

"I've been looking for a no-code solution for my small business, and this really demystified the process. Highly recommend for anyone looking to quickly build functional apps."

"The principles taught here were directly transferable. The step-by-step guidance made it easy to follow along."

Some explanations felt rushed, requiring external research.

"Found some of the explanations a bit rushed, especially around security rules. I had to look up external documentation to fully understand certain concepts."

"The project itself is fine, but the depth isn't always there for someone trying to grasp the 'why' behind certain AppSheet features."

May be too basic for experienced AppSheet users.

"If you already know a bit about AppSheet... you might find it a bit too basic. It covers the fundamentals well, but doesn't go deep into complex expressions."

"I wished for a bit more detail on advanced AppSheet features or integration with other Google services."

"Needs more detail... I had to look up external documentation to fully understand certain concepts."

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 Build a Project Tracking App with AppSheet with these activities:

Attend an AppSheet meetup

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Connect with other AppSheet users and experts to learn from their experiences and share your own.

Browse courses on AppSheet

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Find an AppSheet meetup in your area
Register for the meetup
Attend the meetup and participate in the discussions
Follow up with any new contacts you make

Follow AppSheet best practices

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Review best practices to improve the quality and performance of your AppSheet projects.

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Read AppSheet documentation and tutorials
Attend AppSheet webinars and workshops
Join the AppSheet community forum
Follow AppSheet experts on social media

Build a simple project with AppSheet

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Build a basic project to solidify understanding of AppSheet's features and capabilities.

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Create a new AppSheet project
Connect to a data source (e.g., Google Sheets, Cloud SQL)
Create a simple form or view
Add some basic logic or automation
Test your project and make adjustments

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Design a dashboard in AppSheet

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Create a dashboard to visualize data and gain insights from your AppSheet project.

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Identify the key metrics you want to track
Design the layout of your dashboard
Add charts and graphs to visualize the data
Configure any necessary filters or drill-downs
Share your dashboard with others

Mentor a new AppSheet user

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Provide guidance and support to a new AppSheet user to help them get started and learn the platform.

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Find a new AppSheet user who needs help
Offer your guidance and support
Answer their questions and provide feedback
Encourage them to join the AppSheet community

Contribute to the AppSheet open source community

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Make a valuable contribution to the AppSheet open source community by reporting bugs, submitting feature requests, or contributing code.

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Find an issue or feature that you're interested in working on
Create a GitHub issue or pull request
Work with the AppSheet team to resolve the issue or implement the feature
Share your work with the community

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