Complete the introductory Implementing Cloud Load Balancing for Compute Engine skill badge to demonstrate skills in the following: creating and deploying virtual machines in Compute Engine and configuring network and application load balancers.
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Welcome to this month's Arcade Simulator where you will be a Data Mesh Architect. In this simulation, you'll first tackle BigQuery to build date-partitioned tables, solve complex join pitfalls, and master nested data structures. Then, you'll shift to decentralized governance using Dataplex Knowledge Catalog to organize assets, assign metadata, and enforce strict cloud security. Complete with two realistic challenge labs, this simulation equips you to break down data silos, scale your infrastructure, and run a secure, seamless data mesh.
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Who says you need a mountain of code to build great software? This adv is your fast lane to rapid app development and automation. First, you'll jump into Google AppSheet to build and launch fully functional apps entirely code-free. Then, you'll master the backend with Cloud Run Functions, deploying event-driven code via the console and command line. Packed with two hands-on challenge labs, this quest is your ticket to building slick apps and scaling them effortlessly on Google Cloud.
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Create your first Gemini Enterprise application to earn a skill badge! Connect diverse data sources to your application to build a powerful, unified search and analysis engine. Master advanced capabilities like deep research agents, multi-agent ideation, and Gemini Notebook for focused analysis. Explore other content in the Gemini Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
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Data is one of the most valuable assets an organization owns, making its safe handling and governance essential. In this voyage, you will master Cloud Storage fundamentals by automating bucket management via APIs and the CLI, while enforcing compliance with Bucket Lock. You will then advance to automated security, configuring Sensitive Data Protection Discovery to scan and catalog risks across BigQuery and Cloud Storage. Complete with two challenge labs, this journey equips you to secure assets across your entire cloud ecosystem.
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Complete the intermediate Secure Software Delivery skill badge to demonstrate your proficiency in proactively integrating security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) with DevSecOps principles. You'll learn how to utilize Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) and Cloud Run for secure container image deployment, implement automated vulnerability scanning to proactively identify risks, and streamline application development with Artifact Registry while maintaining a focus on security. Additionally, you'll gain skills in integrating Cloud Build for robust development processes and implementing Admission Control Policies for fine-grained control over your environment.
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Welcome to Base Camp, where you’ll develop key Google Cloud skills (available in Spanish and Portuguese too!) and earn an exclusive credential that will open doors to the cloud for you. No prior experience is required!
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Complete the intermediate Build Infrastructure with Terraform on Google Cloud skill badge to demonstrate skills in the following: Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles using Terraform, provisioning and managing Google Cloud resources with Terraform configurations, effective state management (local and remote), and modularizing Terraform code for reusability and organization.
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Welcome to Base Camp, where you’ll develop key Google Cloud skills (available in Spanish and Portuguese too!) and earn an exclusive credential that will open doors to the cloud for you. No prior experience is required!
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Implementing Cloud Load Balancing for Compute Engine
Earned Aug 22, 2026 EDT
Arcade Simulator: Data Mesh Architect
Earned Jul 27, 2026 EDT
Arcade Adventure: Low-Code Development
Earned Jul 24, 2026 EDT
Create Your First Gemini Enterprise Application
Earned Jul 24, 2026 EDT
Arcade Voyage: Cloud Storage and Data Governance
Earned Jul 24, 2026 EDT
Secure Software Delivery
Earned Jul 20, 2026 EDT
Arcade Base Camp July 2026
Earned Jul 20, 2026 EDT
Build Infrastructure with Terraform on Google Cloud
Earned Jul 18, 2026 EDT
Arcade Base Camp June 2026
Earned Jun 29, 2026 EDT