Introduction to Google Cloud (GCP) - The basics in 4 hours!

Updated 2024! Learn Google Cloud (GCP) with no prior knowledge required. Includes hands on demos! Ideal for beginners.

"Very informative course. Best for those who are considering GCP as a future option." -Tejesh

"Amazing crash course. Covered important topics quickly point to point." -Anji


Are you brand new to Google Cloud (GCP)? Have you found that many of the training resources out there use complex technical jargon that make it difficult to understand the basic concepts? If you need to get a basic understanding of Google Cloud quickly and clearly, this is the course for you.

This course answers the questions:

  • How do we create a Google Cloud (GCP) account and set up multi-factor authentication (MFA)?
  • What is included in the GCP free trial, and how do I create a budget and billing alert?
  • How do I create a Virtual Machine (VM) using the Google Compute Engine?
  • How can I deploy code in the Cloud using Google App Engine and Cloud Functions?
  • How do I use other key GCP services, such as Cloud Storage, App Engine, Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), and more?

I have taught hundreds of thousands of students across a variety of platforms, and I think anyone who needs to understand Google Cloud will love this course. Most lectures in this course are 5 - 10 minutes long. This course gives you an understanding of the most critical areas of Google Cloud and includes focused instruction to help you get key workloads up and running quickly.

If you need the basics of Google Cloud, this course will give you a strong foundation and is the ideal starting point.

If you are a manager or administrator who needs a basic understanding of what Google Cloud can do, this is the course for you!

Your Instructor


Rick Crisci
Rick Crisci

I am the owner of TrainerTests, and an official certified trainer for VMware and AWS.

I have delivered thousands of hours of official live training to my students, and I love teaching people new skills.

I am the founder of TrainerTests, which provides video training unlike any other company. I believe in using high quality illustrations and animations to simply complex concepts. in my courses you will get the technical depth that you need, with a focus on making sure that you completely understand the underlying concepts.

I have over 200,000 students across a variety of platforms, with multiple top-rated and best selling courses.


Course Curriculum


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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
This is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
If you choose to enroll in our Full Access subscription, you will get access to this, and all of my other courses for the duration of your subscription! If you enroll in this course only, you have unlimited access to this course for one year. As the course is updated, you will get access to all the latest changes and new materials.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

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