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App Deployment, Debugging, and Performance

Google Cloud Training

In this course, application developers learn how to design and develop cloud-native applications that seamlessly integrate components from the Google Cloud ecosystem. Through a combination of presentations, demos, and hands-on labs, participants learn how to create repeatable deployments by treating infrastructure as code, choose the appropriate application execution environment for an application, and monitor application performance.

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In this course, application developers learn how to design and develop cloud-native applications that seamlessly integrate components from the Google Cloud ecosystem. Through a combination of presentations, demos, and hands-on labs, participants learn how to create repeatable deployments by treating infrastructure as code, choose the appropriate application execution environment for an application, and monitor application performance.

Completing one version of each lab is required. Each lab is available in Node.js. In most cases, the same labs are also provided in Python or Java. You may complete each lab in whichever language you prefer.

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Syllabus

Course Introduction
Welcome to this Course
Deploying Applications
This module covers deploying your applications in Google Cloud.
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Taught by recognized experts in the field of cloud-native development at Google Cloud Training
Teaches essential skills for working with Google Cloud, which is a highly relevant toolset in cloud computing
Develops foundational skills in cloud-native development, which are increasingly important in industry
Offers a comprehensive introduction to cloud-native development with hands-on labs and practical examples
May require some prior experience with cloud computing or programming

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Reviews summary

Informative course on cloud application development

Learners say this course is informative and has a range of positive qualities, including: engaging assignments, helpful lectures, a realistic certificate, and supportive instructors. However, some students have experienced difficult exams.
Students appreciated the knowledge and experience of the instructors.
"Fue dicicil ya que en algunas de los laboratorios no eran claros como los anteriores, te acostmbras a que te digan exactamente donde y que. Con el paso de los capitulos fue mas facil."
"Generally a good course and covers a many important topics. The delivery is not great because the creators have relied a lot on automatic transcription without proofreading meaning that the text has hilarious transcriptions. For examples, I came across 'cereal' for 'serial' and many other. It wouldn't take much to do transcription and anyway the presenters were reading. Why not just copy and paste their scripts?"
"Sometimes, Qwilabs have problem on executing practice command and it took time to solve it. But all courses and classes are helpful to understand Google Cloud and application development on it."
"Some topics get lost in cut/paste mania. Perhaps we might have labs that are less point click copy paste and can still educate with experience of creating the desired programming result with less I/O? I'd be happy to try to help if you like."
Many learners found the content to be valuable and informative.
"Very good course from Google Cloud. The lectures and labs both are amazing."
"Very helpful to get a basic (emphasis) feel for some great tools gcp provides."
"Very informative."
"Great detailing into Google Cloud Operations suite including, Trace, Debugger and StackDriver etc with Hands-On."
Several learners complained about errors in Qwiklabs.
"Most of the labs in this course are broken."
"Qwiklabs had erros"
"Very helpful to get a basic (emphasis) feel for some great tools gcp provides."
"but some of the Qwiklabs are broken specially the ones with java."

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 App Deployment, Debugging, and Performance with these activities:
Organize Course Materials
Maintain a well-organized system for your notes, assignments, and other course materials to improve your overall learning experience.
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  • Gather all handouts, assignments, and notes.
  • Create a filing system for your materials.
  • Review and update your materials regularly.
Review the book 'Cloud Native Patterns' by Cornelia Davis
Review the book 'Cloud Native Patterns' by Cornelia Davis to gain a deeper understanding of cloud-native design principles and anti-patterns.
View Cloud Native Patterns: Designing change... on Amazon
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  • Read the book
  • Take notes and highlight key concepts
  • Discuss the book with other students
Join a study group for the course
Join a study group for the course to connect with other students, discuss the material, and learn from different perspectives.
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  • Find a study group for the course
  • Attend study group meetings regularly
  • Participate in discussions and share your understanding
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Follow a tutorial on deploying a Node.js application to Cloud Run
Follow a tutorial on deploying a Node.js application to Cloud Run to gain practical experience with cloud-native development.
Browse courses on Cloud Run
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  • Find a tutorial on deploying Node.js to Cloud Run
  • Follow the steps in the tutorial
  • Deploy your own Node.js application to Cloud Run
Collaborate on a Cloud Project
Engage in group discussions and work together to complete a cloud project, fostering collaboration and enhancing your understanding.
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  • Join or form a study group with other students.
  • Choose a cloud project to work on.
  • Assign roles and responsibilities within the group.
  • Regularly meet and communicate with your group members.
Build a simple REST API using Node.js
Start a project to build a simple REST API using Node.js to implement cloud-native principles.
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  • Set up your development environment
  • Create a new Node.js project
  • Create a REST API using Express.js
  • Deploy your API to Google Cloud
Practice writing infrastructure-as-code using Terraform
Practice writing infrastructure-as-code using Terraform to reinforce the principles of cloud-native development.
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  • Find a Terraform tutorial or example
  • Follow the tutorial or example
  • Write your own Terraform configuration
Volunteer with Cloud-Related Organizations
Gain practical experience and apply your cloud knowledge by volunteering with organizations that leverage cloud technologies.
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  • Research cloud-related organizations that align with your interests.
  • Contact the organizations and inquire about volunteer opportunities.
  • Participate in volunteer activities and contribute your skills.
Compile a list of resources on cloud-native development
Compile a list of resources on cloud-native development to create a valuable reference for yourself and other students.
Browse courses on cloud-native
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  • Search for resources on cloud-native development
  • Organize the resources into a list
  • Share your list with other students
Attend a workshop on serverless computing
Attend a workshop on serverless computing to gain practical experience with cloud-native development concepts.
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  • Find a workshop on serverless computing
  • Attend the workshop
  • Implement what you learned in the workshop
Develop a Simple Cloud Application
Apply your understanding by building a functioning cloud application, solidifying your skills and preparing you for real-world scenarios.
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  • Design and plan your application's architecture.
  • Implement your application using Google Cloud services.
  • Test and debug your application.
  • Deploy your application to the cloud.
Create a presentation on the benefits of using Google Cloud for cloud-native development
Create a presentation on the benefits of using Google Cloud for cloud-native development to synthesize your learning and showcase your understanding.
Browse courses on Google Cloud
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  • Research the benefits of using Google Cloud
  • Create your presentation
  • Present your presentation to your classmates

Career center

Learners who complete App Deployment, Debugging, and Performance will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Application Developer
Application Developers create applications that operate through the cloud. While you may assume that the ideal candidate is one with a computer science degree, this is not always the case. Businesses like Google Cloud know that the contributions of those with other backgrounds can be an important factor in innovation. Therefore, this course can be helpful in preparing you to enter this field by introducing you to core concepts such as how to deploy applications in Google Cloud, the various compute options available, and how to perform monitoring and performance tuning.
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Cloud Architect
Cloud Architects design and build cloud-based solutions. They make choices about infrastructure, services, and security. This course can help you enter or advance your career in this field by teaching you how to deploy applications in Google Cloud, about the various compute options available, and how to perform monitoring and performance tuning. This course does not assume any computer science background.
See salaries and explore the career path for Cloud Architect
DevOps Engineer
DevOps Engineers bridge the gap between software development and IT operations. As a DevOps Engineer, you are responsible for the design, deployment, and maintenance of cloud-based applications. This course can help you in this role by teaching you how to deploy applications in Google Cloud, about the various compute options available, and how to perform monitoring and performance tuning.
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Software Development Engineer
Software Development Engineers apply the principles of software engineering to the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of software systems. This course can help you in this role by teaching you how to deploy applications in Google Cloud, about the various compute options available, and how to perform monitoring and performance tuning.
See salaries and explore the career path for Software Development Engineer
Site Reliability Engineer
Site Reliability Engineers ensure the reliability and performance of cloud-based applications. This course can help you in this role by teaching you how to perform monitoring and performance tuning. While this course does not directly teach you how to deploy applications in Google Cloud, this may be covered in your existing preparation.
See salaries and explore the career path for Site Reliability Engineer
Cloud Consultant
Cloud Consultants help businesses adopt and use cloud computing technologies. This course can help you in this role by teaching you about the various compute options available in Google Cloud and about the Google Cloud ecosystem as a whole. It may also be helpful to pursue additional training in cloud security.
See salaries and explore the career path for Cloud Consultant
Data Engineer
Data Engineers design, build, and maintain data pipelines and infrastructure. While they work closely with data scientists, they typically enter the field from a computer science background. However, experience with Google Cloud can be a major asset. Therefore, this course may be helpful to you as you progress in your career.
See salaries and explore the career path for Data Engineer
Network Architect
Network Architects design, build, and maintain computer networks. This course may be helpful to you in this role if you are working in a cloud environment. This course covers deploying applications in Google Cloud and the various compute options available. However, it does not cover networking fundamentals. Therefore, you will need to augment your studies with additional material.
See salaries and explore the career path for Network Architect
Security Engineer
Security Engineers protect computer networks and systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course may be helpful to you in this role as you gain experience working with Google Cloud. However, this course does not directly focus on security concepts. Therefore, you will need to augment your studies with additional material.
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Data Analyst
Data Analysts collect, clean, and analyze data to help businesses make informed decisions. While this course may be somewhat helpful because it teaches a bit about monitoring and performance tuning, most of the course content is not directly related to the role of data analyst. However, many people who work with data do also take on some SWE responsibilities, so it may still be a worthwhile course.
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Product Manager
Product Managers oversee the development and launch of products. While this course may be somewhat helpful because it teaches a bit about monitoring and performance tuning, most of the course content is not directly related to the role of product manager.
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Business Analyst
Business Analysts help businesses identify and solve problems. While this course may be somewhat helpful because it teaches a bit about monitoring and performance tuning, most of the course content is not directly related to the role of business analyst.
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Project Manager
Project Managers plan, execute, and close projects. While this course may be somewhat helpful because it teaches a bit about monitoring and performance tuning, most of the course content is not directly related to the role of project manager.
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Technical Writer
Technical Writers create user manuals, training materials, and other documentation. While this course may be somewhat helpful because it teaches a bit about monitoring and performance tuning, most of the course content is not directly related to the role of technical writer.
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Graphic designer
Graphic Designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. This course is not likely to be very helpful in this role.
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Reading list

We've selected 12 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 Deployment, Debugging, and Performance.
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Docker Deep Dive
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Provides a comprehensive introduction to Kubernetes, the container orchestration system used in the course. It covers topics such as cluster management, application deployment, and networking.
Docker Deep Dive
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Docker Deep Dive
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The DevOps Handbook
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Provides a comprehensive overview of the DevOps culture and practices, covering topics such as team collaboration, continuous delivery, and incident management.
The DevOps Handbook: How to Create World-Class...
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The DevOps Handbook: How to Create World-Class...
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Site Reliability Engineering
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By Google's SRE team provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices of site reliability engineering, which crucial aspect of deploying and maintaining cloud-native applications.
Site Reliability Engineering: How Google Runs...
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Cloud Computing
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Provides a comprehensive overview of cloud computing concepts, technologies, and architectures, providing a solid foundation for understanding the course material.
Cloud Computing: Concepts, Technology &...
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(中文) Cloud Computing: Concepts. Technology and...
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Cloud Computing: Concepts, Technology &...
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Building Microservices
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Provides a solid foundation for understanding the principles of designing and building microservices, including topics such as service decomposition, API design, and data management.
Building Microservices: Designing Fine-Grained...
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Building Microservices: Designing Fine-Grained...
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Building Microservices: Designing Fine-Grained...
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Building Microservices
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Designing Data-Intensive Applications
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Provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices of designing data-intensive applications, covering topics such as data modeling, data storage, and data processing.
Designing Data-Intensive Applications: The Big...
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Designing Data-Intensive Applications: The Big...
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Designing Data-Intensive Applications
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Serves as a valuable reference tool for understanding the fundamentals of designing and building data-intensive applications, providing a deep dive into topics such as data modeling, data storage, and data processing.
Designing Data-Intensive Applications: The Big...
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Designing Data-Intensive Applications: The Big...
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Cloud Native Patterns
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Offers practical guidance on designing and building cloud-native architectures, covering patterns such as microservices, serverless computing, and event-driven architectures.
Cloud Native Patterns: Designing change-tolerant...
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Cloud Native Patterns: Designing change-tolerant...
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Google Cloud Certified Foundational Cloud Digital...
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Provides a practical overview of Google Cloud Platform, covering a wide range of services, including Compute Engine, App Engine, and Cloud Storage.
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Release It!
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Provides practical guidance on the process of continuous delivery, covering topics such as version control, automated testing, and deployment automation.
Release It!: Design and Deploy Production-Ready...
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Release It!: Design and Deploy Production-Ready...
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(中文) 发布 软件的设计与部署 (图灵程序设计丛书) (Chinese Edition)
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The Pragmatic Programmer
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Classic in the field of software development, providing practical advice on topics such as coding, testing, and debugging. It valuable resource for developers of all levels.
The Pragmatic Programmer: Your Journey To Mastery,...
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Pragmatic Programmer, The: From Journeyman to Master
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(Italiano) Pragmatic Programmer - Edizione del 20°...
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(Italiano) Il Pragmatic Programmer: Guida per manovali del...
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(中文) The Pragmatic Programmer: access to the highest...
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Pragmatic programmer (Korean Edition)
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CLEAN CODE
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Provides practical guidance on writing clean and maintainable code, covering topics such as naming conventions, code organization, and refactoring. It valuable resource for developers of all levels.
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Institution
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Language
English
This course belongs to a collection called Developing Applications with Google Cloud. It's comprised of six courses:
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  2. .Net平台下的软件开发技术毕业项目
  3. Getting Started With Application Development
  4. App Deployment, Debugging, and Performance (viewing)
  5. Google Cloud Fundamentals: Core Infrastructure
  6. Securing and Integrating Components of your Application
Traffic lights
Read about what's good
what should give you pause
and possible dealbreakers
Taught by recognized experts in the field of cloud-native development at Google Cloud Training
Teaches essential skills for working with Google Cloud, which is a highly relevant toolset in cloud computing
Develops foundational skills in cloud-native development, which are increasingly important in industry
Offers a comprehensive introduction to cloud-native development with hands-on labs and practical examples
May require some prior experience with cloud computing or programming
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