Kyle Rodriguez
Date d'abonnement : 2020
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83282 points
Date d'abonnement : 2020
Orchestrate the complete execution of a homogeneous database migration to Google Cloud. In this course, you will see how to use the Database Migration Service (DMS) for live replication and the Data Validation Tool (DVT) to certify data integrity. You will learn the engine specific steps for preparing sources like PostgreSQL and SQL Server for a move to an equivalent managed target such as AlloyDB and Cloud SQL. You will leave ready to oversee a seamless, validated migration, ensuring a fast, reliable, and low risk transition to a managed Google Cloud database.
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!
Complete the introductory Monitor and Manage Google Cloud Resources skill badge to demonstrate skills in the following: granting and revoking IAM permissions; installing monitoring and logging agents; creating, deploying, and testing an event-driven Cloud Run function.
Earn the advanced skill badge by completing the Use Machine Learning APIs on Google Cloud course, where you learn the basic features for the following machine learning and AI technologies: Cloud Vision API, Cloud Translation API, and Cloud Natural Language API.
Complete the intermediate Deploy Kubernetes Applications on Google Cloud skill badge course to demonstrate skills in the following: Configuring and building Docker container images.Creating and managing Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) clusters.Utilizing kubectl for efficient cluster management.Deploying Kubernetes applications with robust continuous delivery (CD) practices.
Earn a skill badge by completing the Develop with Apps Script and AppSheet skill badge course, where you learn how to build chat bots and how to use the script editor in any document.
Complete the introductory Use APIs to Work with Cloud Storage skill badge to demonstrate skills in the following: using APIs to work with Cloud Storage resources, including the Cloud Storage API.
Complete the introductory Develop AI-Powered Prototypes in Google AI Studio skill badge to demonstrate skills in the following: crafting effective prompts, leveraging multimodal capabilities for image and video analysis, prototyping functional AI-driven applications from templates and text prompts, and utilizing API keys to build and deploy custom AI solutions. Explore other content in the Gemini Enterprise Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
Earn the Introductory skill badge by completing the Configure Service Accounts and IAM Roles for Google Cloud course, where you learn about service accounts, custom roles, and how to set permissions using gcloud .
Earn the introductory skill badge by completing the Build a Website on Google Cloud skill badge course. This course is based on the Get Cooking in Cloud series and covers`:`Deploying a website on Cloud RunHosting a web app on Compute EngineCreating, deploying, and scaling your website on Google Kubernetes EngineMigrating from a monolithic application to a microservices architecture using Cloud Build
Welcome to this month's Arcade Simulator, where you'll step into the shoes of a Site Reliability Engineer tasked with keeping production fast and resilient. You'll build automated CI/CD pipelines with Cloud Build, store artifacts securely, and manage Kubernetes rollouts on GKE. Then, configure custom VPC networks, lock down firewalls, and benchmark VM latency to eliminate performance bottlenecks. Clear both challenge labs to prove you can automate releases, secure infrastructure, and maintain rock-solid uptime.
Complete the intermediate Implement DevOps Workflows in Google Cloud skill badge to demonstrate skills in the following: creating and managing Git repositories, launching, managing, and scaling deployments on Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), and architecting CI/CD pipelines that automate container image builds and deployments to GKE.
Complete the intermediate Explore Generative AI in Agent Platform skill badge to demonstrate skills in text generation, image and video analysis for enhanced content creation, and applying function calling techniques within the Gemini API. Discover how to leverage sophisticated Gemini techniques, explore multimodal content generation, and expand the capabilities of your AI-powered projects. Explore other content in the Gemini Enterprise Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
Earn a skill badge by completing the The Basics of Google Cloud Compute skill badge course, where you learn how to work with virtual machines (VMs), persistent disks, and web servers using Compute Engine.
Earn a skill badge by completing the Set Up a Google Cloud Network skill badge course, where you will learn how to perform basic networking tasks on Google Cloud Platform - create a custom network, add subnets firewall rules, then create VMs and test the latency when they communicate with each other.
Earn a skill badge by completing the Using the Google Cloud Speech API skill badge course, where you learn how create a Speech-to-Text API request, transcribe audio speech to text, and transcribe speech.
Teaching computers to see and listen is a lot easier when you have pre-trained machine learning APIs doing the heavy lifting. In this adventure, you'll start by querying Google Cloud endpoints directly from APIs Explorer, then teach your applications to read multilingual text, recognize facial features, and spot landmarks in raw photos. Once your visual pipeline is dialed in, you'll turn to audio—converting spoken words into real-time transcripts and streaming live audio directly through web interfaces. Knock out both challenge labs unassisted to prove you can turn unstructured sight and sound into clean, actionable cloud intelligence.
Learn how to use Gemini Notebook to create a personalized study guide for the Professional Cloud Security Engineer certification exam. You'll review Gemini Notebook features, create a notebook, and learn how to use a study guide to practice for the certification exam.
Earn a skill badge by completing the Analyze Images with the Cloud Vision API quest, where you discover how to leverage the Cloud Vision API for various tasks, including extracting text from images.
Complete the introductory Create and Manage AlloyDB Instances skill badge to demonstrate skills in the following: performing core AlloyDB operations and tasks, migrating to AlloyDB from PostgreSQL, administering an AlloyDB database, and accelerating analytical queries using the AlloyDB Columnar Engine.
Don't let rogue infrastructure give you a fright this Halloween. In this spooky journey, you'll conjure Google Cloud Managed Service for Prometheus to monitor eerie anomalies, migrate wandering workloads, and banish runaway metric costs. Then, summon the raw analytical power of AlloyDB—brewing migrations from PostgreSQL and supercharging heavy query speeds with the Columnar Engine. Slay both challenge labs to prove no gremlin, phantom spike, or bloated query can haunt your cloud.
Earn a skill badge by completing the Monitor Environments with Google Cloud Managed Service for Prometheus skill badge course, where you learn Kubernetes Monitoring with Google Cloud Managed Service for Prometheus.
Earn the Introductory Skill Badge by completing the Implement Speech and Language Solutions with Pre-trained APIs course, where you learn how to use speech related API tools to synthesise and transcribe speech.
Transforming unstructured multimedia into searchable, structured data is the core of modern cognitive computing. In this voyage, you'll analyze sentiment and extract entities using the Cloud Natural Language API, pairing language workflows with Apache Spark to demonstrate big-data scalability. From there, you'll branch into multimodal synthesis—generating lifelike audio using Text-to-Speech, bridging global barriers with the Cloud Translation API, and annotating video streams via Video Intelligence. Complete both challenge labs to prove you can deploy pre-trained models that read, speak, translate, and inspect content at scale.
Earn a skill badge by completing the Analyze Speech and Language with Google APIs quest, where you learn how to use the Natural Language and Speech APIs in real-world settings.
Earn a Introductory skill badge by completing the Build Serverless Applications with Cloud Run Functions course, where you learn how to use Cloud Run functions through the Google Cloud console and on the command line.
Earn a skill badge by completing the Develop your Google Cloud Network skill badge course, where you learn multiple ways to deploy and monitor applications including how to: explore IAM roles and add/remove project access, create VPC networks, deploy and monitor Compute Engine VMs, write SQL queries, deploy and monitor VMs in Compute Engine, and deploy applications using Kubernetes with multiple deployment approaches.
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!
Take your agents from localhost to production. This course teaches you to deploy ADK agents to Agent Runtime and Cloud Run, with optional cross-session memory via Memory Bank. Explore other content in the Gemini Agent Ready (GEAR) program. Join the community forum for questions and discussions
Explore the architecture and deployment of multi-agent systems using Google’s Agent Development Kit (ADK) and Google Cloud’s robust infrastructure. You will learn to design hierarchical agent trees and deterministic workflow agents while identifying the ideal hosting environment—from serverless Cloud Run to high-performance GKE—to ensure your AI agents are secure, scalable, and production-ready. Explore other content in the Gemini Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
Complete the introductory Orchestrate Multi-Agent Workflows with Gemini Enterprise skill badge to demonstrate skills in the following: using agentic assistants powered by Gemini Enterprise to unify data across first- and third-party sources, develop multimedia marketing materials, and automate business actions across systems. Skill badges validate your practical knowledge on specific products through hands-on labs and challenge assessments. Earn a badge by completing a course or jump straight into the challenge lab to get your badge today. Badges prove your proficiency, enhance your professional profile, and ultimately lead to increased career opportunities. Visit your profile to track badges you’ve earned. Explore other content in the Gemini Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
Complete the intermediate Engineer AI Agents with Agent Development Kit (ADK) skill badge by completing this course to demonstrate skills in the following: formulating real-world language model research problems; building a simple tokenizer; preparing a dataset for training a transformer language model; running the training loop of a small language model. Explore other content in the Gemini Enterprise Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
Earn a skill badge by completing the Implement Event-Driven Messaging and Automation Workflows skill badge course, where you learn how to use Pub/Sub through the Cloud console, how Cloud Scheduler jobs can save you effort, and when Pub/Sub Lite can save you money on high-volume event ingestion.
Earn a skill badge by completing the Share Data Using Google Data Cloud skill badge course, where you will gain practical experience with Google Cloud Data Sharing Partners, which have proprietary datasets that customers can use for their analytics use cases. Customers subscribe to this data, query it within their own platform, then augment it with their own datasets and use their visualization tools for their customer facing dashboards.
Cloud Storage, Cloud Functions, and Cloud Pub/Sub are all Google Cloud Platform services that can be used to store, process, and manage data. All three services can be used together to create a variety of data-driven applications. In this skill badge you use Cloud Storage to store images, Cloud Functions to process the images, and Cloud Pub/Sub to send the images to another application.
Earn a Skill Badge by completing the Deploy and Manage Applications on Google App Engine course, where you learn how to use App Engine with Python, Go, and PHP.
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!
Great code shouldn't get bogged down by infrastructure headaches. In this voyage, you'll master modern deployment patterns by turning ideas into production-ready microservices. From generating dynamic files and decoupling services with Pub/Sub to deploying polyglot apps across three different languages on App Engine, you'll cover the full developer lifecycle. Complete the challenge labs and show you know how to build fast, scale effortlessly, and keep things resilient.
Complete the intermediate Develop Serverless Applications on Cloud Run skill badge course to demonstrate skills in the following: integrating Cloud Run with Cloud Storage for data management, architecting resilient asynchronous systems using Cloud Run and Pub/Sub, constructing REST API gateways powered by Cloud Run, and building and deploying services on Cloud Run.
Complete the introductory Migrate MySQL Data to Cloud SQL Using Database Migration Service skill badge course to demonstrate skills in the following: migrating MySQL data to Cloud SQL using different job types and connectivity options available in Database Migration Service and migrating MySQL user data when running Database Migration Service jobs.
Complete the intermediate Perform Predictive Data Analysis in BigQuery skill badge course to demonstrate skills in the following: creating datasets in BigQuery by importing CSV and JSON files; harnessing the power of BigQuery with sophisticated SQL analytical concepts, including using BigQuery ML to train an expected goals model on soccer event data and evaluate the impressiveness of World Cup goals.
Great teams don't just wing it—they execute a game plan. In this track, you'll captain your backend from the tactical board to the final whistle. Tune Spanner schemas for high-pressure traffic, whip pinpoint Pub/Sub messages across your services , and score clean API deployments with Cloud Run. Beat the challenge labs to claim your badge!
Complete the introductory Derive Insights from BigQuery Data skill badge course to demonstrate skills in the following: Write SQL queries.Query public tables.Load sample data into BigQuery.Troubleshoot common syntax errors with the query validator in BigQuery.Create reports in Data Studio by connecting to BigQuery data.
Transforming raw spreadsheet data into structured business intelligence requires precise validation, efficient navigation, and dynamic visual reporting. This voyage path builds core analytical competencies using Google Sheets. You will begin by implementing strict data validation rules, configuring targeted search workflows, and ensuring data integrity across large datasets. You will then advance to building dynamic charts and executing complex analytical formulas to extract meaningful insights. Finalized with a comprehensive challenge lab, this voyage prepares you to build reliable, presentation-ready analytical workbooks.
Learn how to use Gemini Notebook to create a personalized study guide for the Associate Cloud Engineer certification exam. You'll review Gemini Notebook features, create a notebook in Gemini Notebook , and learn how to use a study guide to practice for a certification exam.
Complete the introductory Organize and Govern Data with Knowledge Catalog skill badge to demonstrate skills in the following: creating Knowledge Catalog assets, creating aspect types, and applying aspects to entries in Knowledge Catalog.
Managing an organization’s digital ecosystem isn't just about keeping the lights on—it's about building a secure launchpad for collaboration. In this trail, you'll step into the Google Workspace Admin Console to control user provisioning and application security from the ground up. Then, you'll switch gears to digital education, transforming standard environments into secure virtual classrooms using Google Meet and Google Classroom. Backed by a challenge lab, this trail is your fast track to running enterprise-grade cloud workspaces.
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.
78%—or nearly 8 in 10—business leaders say Google Cloud helps them stay ahead in the age of AI. A big part of that comes down to how teams build and connect intelligent systems. Here, you’ll build and manage conversational agents, and use speech-to-text and translation APIs to handle different types of input. You’ll also move from monolithic apps to microservices on GKE, connect workflows using webhooks, and use observability tools to keep track of what’s happening. IAM comes in as well to manage access where needed. It’s a practical look at how these pieces are used together in real setups.
Modern cloud teams rely on automation and strong platform knowledge to move faster and smarter. In this trail, you’ll deploy Kubernetes Load Balancers and Cloud SQL using Terraform, strengthen observability with Cloud Logging, and customize analytics experiences in Looker using Liquid. You’ll also put your knowledge to the test through role-based Arcade Quizzes — from Data Practitioner and Database Engineer to Workspace Administrator — sharpening both your technical confidence and real-world readiness.
Holi is all about bringing different colors together — and that’s exactly what this challenge does with technology. You’ll package applications with Docker, manage deployments using Kubernetes Engine, secure access with IAM and VPN, and deploy apps on App Engine. You’ll also store data in Cloud Storage and explore how AI APIs can analyze, classify, and translate text. It’s a hands-on way to see how different cloud pieces come together to build something reliable, secure, and smart.
This month's Arcade Sprint 4 is live! It's designed for quick learning. Since the labs are open all month, there's no rush; just jump in when you have the time. You'll earn 1 Arcade Point and a new skill with each step. It's that simple: grab your point and keep the momentum going!
This month's Arcade Sprint 3 is live! It's designed for quick learning. Since the labs are open all month, there's no rush; just jump in when you have the time. You'll earn 1 Arcade Point and a new skill with each step. It's that simple: grab your point and keep the momentum going!
This month's Arcade Sprint 2 is live! It's designed for quick learning. Since the labs are open all month, there's no rush; just jump in when you have the time. You'll earn 1 Arcade Point and a new skill with each step. It's that simple: grab your point and keep the momentum going!
This month's Arcade Sprint 1 is live! It's designed for quick learning. Since the labs are open all month, there's no rush; just jump in when you have the time. You'll earn 1 Arcade Point and a new skill with each step. It's that simple: grab your point and keep the momentum going!
Getting started with cloud and data tools is all about building strong fundamentals. In this voyage, you’ll gain hands-on skills by working with Google Cloud APIs, Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, networking, and serverless services. You’ll also explore how to collect, validate, analyze, and visualize data using Google Sheets and Forms, while learning how to manage secure access with Vault policies. Together, these labs help you build confidence with core cloud services and everyday data workflows that support efficient, secure, and scalable solutions.
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!
This month's Arcade Sprint 4 is live! It's designed for quick learning. Since the labs are open all month, there's no rush; just jump in when you have the time. You'll earn 1 Arcade Point and a new skill with each step. It's that simple: grab your point and keep the momentum going!
This month's Arcade Sprint 3 is live! It's designed for quick learning. Since the labs are open all month, there's no rush; just jump in when you have the time. You'll earn 1 Arcade Point and a new skill with each step. It's that simple: grab your point and keep the momentum going!
This month's Arcade Sprint 2 is live! It's designed for quick learning. Since the labs are open all month, there's no rush; just jump in when you have the time. You'll earn 1 Arcade Point and a new skill with each step. It's that simple: grab your point and keep the momentum going!
This month's Arcade Sprint 1 is live! It's designed for quick learning. Since the labs are open all month, there's no rush; just jump in when you have the time. You'll earn 1 Arcade Point and a new skill with each step. It's that simple: grab your point and keep the momentum going!
Infrastructure is the backbone of modern care. Following the blueprint set by Manipal Hospitals, this challenge dives into the backend architecture that powers healthcare at scale. From automating CI/CD pipelines to securing containerized workloads on GKE, you will explore how cloud-native tools directly impact real-world outcomes—like faster prescriptions and safer transitions of care. Learn to architect for reliability, ensuring that when the demand spikes, your system doesn't just run; it performs.
Google Cloud Certifications provide a tangible way for you to demonstrate your skills to potential or current employers. These certifications incorporate performance-based questions, testing your hands-on expertise through practical tasks. Begin your journey towards becoming a Google Certified Professional with the help of the Arcade Cert Zone.
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Google Skills Arcade Trivia for January Week 4! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the January Trivia Week 4 badge!
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!
Over 80% of modern applications rely on event-driven architectures or real-time messaging to stay responsive at scale. In challenge, you’ll work with Pub/Sub to build event-driven systems, deploy workloads on Google Kubernetes Engine, manage authentication and dynamic secrets with Vault, and explore language processing using Cloud APIs. You’ll also build Flutter applications and work with Cloud Spanner, gaining hands-on experience across messaging, security, data, and application development.
A new year brings a fresh opportunity to build consistency in how you learn and apply cloud skills. In this challenge, you’ll deploy applications using App Engine and Cloud Run Functions, work with Compute Engine instances, and manage data through Cloud Storage using both the console and CLI. You’ll also define fine-grained access with custom IAM roles, analyze logs, create alerts from logs-based metrics, and monitor workloads across multiple projects. Together, these labs help you begin the year by strengthening essential cloud operations skills and developing habits that support reliable, well-monitored applications.
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Google Skills Arcade Trivia for January Week 3! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the January Trivia Week 3 badge!
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Google Skills Arcade Trivia for January Week 2! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the January Trivia Week 2 badge!
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Google Skills Arcade Trivia for January Week 1! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the January Trivia Week 1 badge!
Generative AI is quickly becoming a core part of modern cloud solutions. In this challenge, you’ll build applications using Gemini on Vertex AI for text embeddings, multimodal content generation, and text-to-image workflows, while also learning how to ingest data into BigQuery from Cloud Storage. You’ll then test your understanding through role-based Arcade quizzes designed for Workspace Administrators, Database Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Digital Leaders—bringing together hands-on building and practical knowledge validation.
In this video, you'll learn to create "what if" scenarios using AI's reasoning. You'll see how to set a "before" scene with a person holding a cake, prompt an action by asking "what would happen if they tripped?", and let the AI generate the plausible "after" image of the cake falling.
This video covers prompt engineering fundamentals for effective AI communication. Learn a simple framework (Persona, Task, Context, Format) to craft clear prompts, getting better, faster results from Gemini in Google Workspace. Discover how to use natural language, be specific, and iterate for optimal AI assistance.
This video covers how to eliminate tedious manual data entry using Gemini. Learn how to take a picture or screenshot of data (from PDFs, paper, or images) and prompt Gemini to instantly convert it into a structured Google Sheet. Discover this simple hack to save countless hours transcribing data, turning Gemini into your personal data entry assistant. Just snap, prompt, and export!
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Skills Boost Arcade Trivia for October Week 4! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the October Trivia Week 4 badge!
Nearly 1 in 3 people worldwide already use AI chatbots in their daily lives, and more than 90% of companies are exploring generative AI for work and learning. In this challenge, you’ll chat with bots that can talk about movies and music, and help you practise French, Spanish, Hindi, Mandarin, and Portuguese. You’ll also explore AI study partners designed for cloud roles like architect, engineer, and digital leader. These labs show how AI can make learning easier, more interactive, and a lot more fun.
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Skills Boost Arcade Trivia for October Week 3! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the October Trivia Week 3 badge!
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!
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Skills Boost Arcade Trivia for October Week 2! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the October Trivia Week 2 badge!
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Skills Boost Arcade Trivia for October Week 1! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the October Trivia Week 1 badge!
Transform Your Work With Gen AI Apps is the fourth course of the Gen AI Leader learning path. This course introduces Google’s gen AI applications, such as Google Workspace with Gemini and Gemini Notebook. It guides you through concepts like grounding, retrieval augmented generation, constructing effective prompts and building automated workflows.
Data-driven decisions fuel growth, but research shows over 80% of enterprise workloads still juggle complex integrations across systems. These labs walk you through Cloud Spanner, Cloud SQL, Dataproc, and Dataflow—giving you hands-on practice in managing, processing, scaling data the way modern businesses do and a chance to earn an exclusive Google Cloud credential!
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Skills Boost Arcade Trivia for September Week 4! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the September Trivia Week 4 badge!
From containerization with Docker to scalable databases on Firebase, developer success starts with mastering the essentials. These labs guide you through core skills like container networking and volumes, static site hosting on Cloud Storage, database operations with Firestore in multiple languages, and Linux command-line basics—helping you strengthen the foundation every modern developer needs and earn an exclusive Google Cloud credential!
Jot down new skills as you automate tasks, build smart tools, secure data, and sketch insights with Looker. In this challenge, you’ll learn to set up automation with Cloud Scheduler, create Gmail add-ons and chatbots, move apps into containers with GKE, and strengthen security with the Cloud Data Loss Prevention API and Security Command Center—wrapping it up by turning data into clear insights with Looker.
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!
Data complexity slows innovation, with studies showing that nearly 70% of organizations struggle to unify siloed data and apply AI effectively. This challenge takes you end-to-end—starting with solving data join pitfalls, building warehouses, and governing assets with Dataplex, then moving into automation with Document AI and hands-on generative AI. You’ll practice ingesting healthcare data, managing cloud storage, customizing AI models, and even building a chat app with the Gemini API—skills that reflect the real-world shift toward data-driven and AI-powered solutions.
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Skills Boost Arcade Trivia for September Week 3! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the September Trivia Week 3 badge!
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Skills Boost Arcade Trivia for September Week 2! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the September Trivia Week 2 badge!
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Skills Boost Arcade Trivia for September Week 1! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the September Trivia Week 1 badge!
Get hands-on with building apps using Flutter, Dart, and AppSheet, and automate tasks with Document AI and Python. Learn to validate infrastructure with Terraform, monitor performance using Prometheus, and process data with Dataproc. You’ll also explore enterprise tools like Media CDN, Neo4j, and SAP integration while earning an exclusive Google Cloud Credential!
Cloud roles are evolving fast—and staying future-ready means knowing more than just code. According to industry reports, over 70% of cloud professionals now work across app development, data engineering, and network management. This challenge is designed to equip you with skills across all three. You'll build dynamic apps with Flutter and Node.js, work with modern data tools like Firestore, LookML, and Cloud SQL, and strengthen your networking fundamentals with Cloud NAT, HA-VPN, and Private Google Access. There’s even a hands-on intro to machine learning with TensorFlow. These are the skills that don’t just meet today’s demands—they prepare you for what’s next!
Used by over 70% of DevOps teams globally, Terraform has become the go-to tool for provisioning and managing infrastructure as code. In this hands-on challenge, you'll use Terraform to automate the setup of Google Cloud resources—Firestore, Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, VPCs, and more. You'll also manage secure configurations with Service Accounts, Firewall Rules, and Secret Manager. Build a strong foundation for scalable, repeatable deployments and earn an exclusive Google Cloud Credential!.
Gen AI: Navigate the Landscape is the third course of the Gen AI Leader learning path. Gen AI is changing how we work and interact with the world around us. But as a leader, how can you harness its power to drive real business outcomes? In this course, you explore the different layers of building gen AI solutions, Google Cloud’s offerings, and the factors to consider when selecting a solution.
What does better banking look like behind the scenes? Think smart apps that respond like humans, cloud tools that scale in seconds, and security that never sleeps. In this hands-on lab collection, you’ll explore the tech helping banks like Federal Bank deliver faster support, safer transactions, and smarter digital experiences. From AI-powered chatbots to cloud-secured networks, it’s a deep dive into how real innovation is reshaping the way we bank—one smart solution at a time.
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Skills Boost Arcade Trivia for July Week 4! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the July Trivia Week 4 badge!
Google Cloud Certifications provide a tangible way for you to demonstrate your skills to potential or current employers. These certifications incorporate performance-based questions, testing your hands-on expertise through practical tasks. Begin your journey towards becoming a Google Certified Professional with the help of the Arcade Cert Zone.
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Skills Boost Arcade Trivia for July Week 3! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the July Trivia Week 3 badge!
Build and deploy modern apps the smart way. These labs walk you through containerization with Kubernetes, serverless with Cloud Run, and continuous delivery with Cloud Deploy. Learn to scale, secure, and automate—then earn a Google Cloud credential to show you’ve got it covered.
Build reliable systems that can handle real-world demands. These labs focus on automated deployments, smart traffic management, and resilient architecture using GKE, Cloud Run, and Cloud Deploy. Finish strong and earn a Google Cloud credential that highlights your operational edge.
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Skills Boost Arcade Trivia for July Week 2! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the July Trivia Week 2 badge!
Hey there! You're invited to game on with Skills Boost Arcade Trivia for July Week 1! Play throughout the month and boost your cloud learning journey. Every week, we'll release a new set of questions to test your knowledge of Google Cloud Platform. Get started now and earn the July Trivia Week 1 badge!
Every great app starts with a solid foundation—and that’s exactly what you’ll build here. Spin up VMs, deploy SQL Server, and move data with confidence. But it doesn't stop there. As threats loom and traffic spikes, you’ll step up—locking buckets, defending with Cloud Armor, and scanning for vulnerabilities. It’s your mission to launch fast, stay secure, and keep everything running smoothly—all while working towards an exclusive Google Cloud credential!
Google runs over 4 billion containers each week—and now, you’ll learn how it’s done. Get started with containerization using Docker, deploy seamlessly on Kubernetes, and set up smart alerts to stay ahead of the unknown. Then, tune into your data: process massive workloads with Dataproc, sharpen your LookML skills, and explore machine learning with BigQuery, TensorFlow, and reinforcement learning. This level is where you will go ExtraSkillestrial!
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!
Gen AI: Unlock Foundational Concepts is the second course of the Gen AI Leader learning path. In this course, you unlock the foundational concepts of generative AI by exploring the differences between AI, ML, and gen AI, and understanding how various data types enable generative AI to address business challenges. You also gain insights into Google Cloud strategies to address the limitations of foundation models and the key challenges for responsible and secure AI development and deployment.
Explore how NoBroker transformed real estate with Google Cloud in Work Meets Play June. This game takes you through building serverless apps, image recognition, GIS data analysis, Kubernetes deployment, and more. Master these cutting-edge skills and unlock a new era of seamless property transactions while leveling up your cloud expertise! This game offers hands-on insights into modern cloud infrastructure, data analytics, and automation driving real estate innovation globally.
Google Cloud Certifications provide a tangible way for you to demonstrate your skills to potential or current employers. These certifications incorporate performance-based questions, testing your hands-on expertise through practical tasks. Begin your journey towards becoming a Google Certified Professional with the help of the Arcade Cert Zone. Be one of the first 50 people to complete the challenge and earn a 50% discount voucher for your next Google Cloud Generative AI Leader certification exam. Welcome!
Gen AI: Beyond the Chatbot is the first course of the Gen AI Leader learning path and has no prerequisites. This course aims to move beyond the basic understanding of chatbots to explore the true potential of generative AI for your organization. You explore concepts like foundation models and prompt engineering, which are crucial for leveraging the power of gen AI. The course also guides you through important considerations you should make when developing a successful gen AI strategy for your organization.
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This set of labs helps you explore, manage, and visualize data effectively while also diving into task automation and performance testing on Google Cloud. You’ll work with tools like Looker and Looker Studio to model data, create derived tables, and build compelling dashboards for insights into billing and usage. You’ll also explore data governance with Data Catalog and service discovery using Service Directory. On the automation front, you’ll set up scheduled jobs with Cloud Scheduler and use Kubernetes for distributed load testing. Additionally, you'll learn how to test network latency between VMs and earn an exclusive Google Cloud Credential!
Lace up for the Learn-a-Thon, your ultimate endurance challenge to master Google Cloud! This game features dynamic, hands-on labs where you'll conquer advanced topics like Terraform for robust load balancing, extract deep insights using Cloud ML APIs for perceptive text analysis, explore the fundamentals of EOSIO blockchain, and deploy Jenkins on Kubernetes for seamless CI/CD. Rack up points, earn a prestigious badge, and truly accelerate your cloud expertise.
This set of labs helps you get practical experience deploying applications and managing cloud infrastructure on Google Cloud. You’ll start by launching apps using App Engine and Dataflow across languages like PHP, Go, and Python. Then, you’ll explore how to design and manage Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) networks, control access, and use tools like internal load balancers and Cloud CDN to optimize performance and cost. As you go, you'll gain hands-on experience with Terraform to automate infrastructure deployment and maintain state across environments. Whether you're new to cloud deployment or looking to sharpen your networking and automation skills, these labs provide a strong foundation for building scalable, efficient applications.
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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Thinking about certifications or just want to see how far you've come? This challenge is your chance to sharpen your skills with help from Generative AI. Start by reflecting on where you stand in the digital space, then jump into Gen AI-powered reviews tailored to key Google Cloud certifications like Generative AI Digital, Data Practitioner, Cloud Developer, and DevOps Engineer. Wrap things up with fun, fast quizzes to test what you’ve learned and spot areas to improve. Its a smarter, more focused way to prep—and a great way to keep your journey in the cloud going strong!
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In this course, you learn how Gemini, a generative AI-powered collaborator from Google Cloud, helps developers build applications. You learn how to prompt Gemini to explain code, recommend Google Cloud services, and generate code for your applications. Using a hands-on lab, you experience how Gemini improves the application development workflow. Duet AI was renamed to Gemini, our next-generation model.
Complete the Implement Sensitive Data Protection on Google Cloud Skill Badge course to demonstrate skills in the following: using Sensitive Data Protection services (including the Cloud Data Loss Prevention API) to inspect, redact, and de-identify sensitive data in Google Cloud.
Get hands-on with Google Cloud’s core infrastructure and API capabilities. These labs walk you through deploying virtual machines, setting up network load balancers, and provisioning services through Cloud Marketplace. You'll also explore API management with API Gateway and enhance security with Cloud Data Loss Prevention and earn an exclusive Google Cloud Credential!
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Welcome to the Arcade Quiz, where every question is a chance to learn, explore, and challenge yourself. Explore a variety of intriguing topics, put your cloud knowledge to the test, and complete all the challenges to earn an exclusive Google Cloud Credential!
Earn a skill badge by completing the Analyze Sentiment with Natural Language API quest, where you learn how the API derives sentiment from text.
Build smarter, more connected applications while keeping security at the forefront. These hands-on labs take you through creating dynamic Gmail Add-ons, Google Chat Bots, and AI-powered document tools. You'll also explore securing cloud environments with Binary Authorization, detecting threats with Security Command Center, and monitoring performance with Google Cloud’s managed services. Get ready to develop, secure, and optimize with confidence!
Complete the intermediate Develop Gen AI Apps with Gemini and Streamlit skill badge course to demonstrate skills in text generation, applying function calls with the Python SDK and Gemini API, and deploying a Streamlit application with Cloud Run. In this course, you learn Gemini prompting, test Streamlit apps in Cloud Shell, and deploy them as Docker containers in Cloud Run. Explore other content in the Gemini Enterprise Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
Learn how to build and deploy cloud applications with hands-on practice and pick up essential skills like automation, optimization, and scalability. Get real-world experience to create efficient, high-performing apps and earn an exclusive Google Cloud Credential!
This course introduces Google Vids, an AI-powered creation tool in Google Workspace that helps you turn raw documents into professional, engaging videos without prior editing experience. You will learn how to quickly generate drafts using templates and automated tools, as well as how to customize your content with transcript-based editing, dynamic visual enhancements, and custom music. Finally, you will explore how to integrate AI avatars and voiceovers to seamlessly narrate your presentations across various business use cases.
This course covers how to use Gemini in Google Drive to manage and retrieve files. Learn to locate assets using natural language, extract specific facts via AI Overviews without opening files, instantly summarize multiple media formats, and save file collections as Projects for repeatable research. Explore other content in the Gemini Enterprise Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
As the use of enterprise Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning continues to grow, so too does the importance of building it responsibly. A challenge for many is that talking about responsible AI can be easier than putting it into practice. If you’re interested in learning how to operationalize responsible AI in your organization, this course is for you. In this course, you will learn how Google Cloud does this today, together with best practices and lessons learned, to serve as a framework for you to build your own responsible AI approach.
Complete the introductory Prompt Design in Agent Platform skill badge to demonstrate skills in the following: prompt engineering, image analysis, and multimodal generative techniques, within Agent Platform. Discover how to craft effective prompts, guide generative AI output, and apply Gemini models to real-world marketing scenarios. Explore other content in the Gemini Enterprise Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
This course is for deployment personnel of Google Cloud and its partner organizations who are tasked with managing cultural change and skill gaps of customers adopting Google Workspace, engaging sponsors and enlisting the support of customer stakeholders, communicating the anticipated changes to the customer and their users. It will guide you through the Workspace change management methodology and all phases of the customer journey.
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!
This course explores advanced technical considerations to optimize Webhook connectivity for comprehensive, end-to-end, Virtual Agent self-service experiences.
In this course, you will learn the important role that different types of webhooks play in Dialogflow CX development, and how to effectively integrate them into your routine configuration of a Virtual Agent.
Earn a skill badge by completing the Configure your Workplace: Google Workspace for IT Admins quest, where you will get try out the Admin role for Workspace and learn to provision Groups, manage applications, security, and manage Meet. A skill badge is an exclusive digital badge issued by Google Cloud in recognition of your proficiency with Google Cloud products and services and tests your ability to apply your knowledge in an interactive hands-on environment. Complete the skill badge quest, and final assessment challenge lab, to receive a digital badge that you can share with your network.
Earn an introductory skill badge by completing the Implement Cloud Collaboration and Productivity Workflows course, where you will get introduced to Google's collaborative platform and learn to use Gmail, Calendar, Meet, Drive, Sheets, and AppSheet.
Planning for a Google Workspace Deployment is the final course in the Google Workspace Administration series. In this course, you will be introduced to Google's deployment methodology and best practices. You will follow Katelyn and Marcus as they plan for a Google Workspace deployment at Cymbal. They'll focus on the core technical project areas of provisioning, mail flow, data migration, and coexistence, and will consider the best deployment strategy for each area. You will also be introduced to the importance of Change Management in a Google Workspace deployment, ensuring that users make a smooth transition to Google Workspace and gain the benefits of work transformation through communications, support, and training. This course covers theoretical topics, and does not have any hands on exercises. If you haven’t already done so, please cancel your Google Workspace trial now to avoid any unwanted charges.
This course was designed to give learners a comprehensive understanding of Google Workspace core services. Learners will explore enabling, disabling, and configuring settings for these services, including Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Meet, Chat, and Docs. Next, they'll learn how to deploy and manage Gemini to empower their users. Finally, learners will examine use cases for AppSheet and Apps Script to automate tasks and extend the functionality of Google Workspace applications.
This course helps learners prepare to study for the Professional Google Workspace Administrator Certification exam. Learners will be exposed to and engage with exam topics through a series of readings, diagnostic questions, and knowledge checks. After completing this course, learners will have a personalized workbook that will guide them through the rest of their certification readiness journey.
This course covers how to use Gemini in Google Meet to enhance video collaboration. Learn to automate note-taking, utilize real-time text and speech translation, privately catch up on missed discussions, and instantly optimize your audio and video quality. Explore other content in the Gemini Enterprise Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
This course covers how to use Gemini in Google Sheets to automate data organization and crunch complex numbers. Learn to structure tables from raw text, auto-populate data using natural language, generate native spreadsheet formulas on demand, and rapidly extract high-level insights or visualizations without needing advanced spreadsheet expertise. Explore other content in the Gemini Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
This course covers how to use Gemini in Google Slides to transform concepts into visually compelling presentations. Learn to generate structured decks from a single prompt or existing source document, refine slide layouts using automated design enhancement, create custom vector graphics and photos, and dynamically craft on-slide copy alongside precise speaker notes.
Earn a skill badge by completing the Set Up an App Dev Environment on Google Cloud skill badge course, where you learn how to build and connect storage-centric cloud infrastructure using the basic capabilities of the following technologies: Cloud Storage, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Functions, and Pub/Sub.
Cloud Storage, Cloud Functions, and Cloud Pub/Sub are all Google Cloud Platform services that can be used to store, process, and manage data. All three services can be used together to create a variety of data-driven applications. In this skill badge you use Cloud Storage to store images, Cloud Functions to process the images, and Cloud Pub/Sub to send the images to another application.
Earn a skill badge by completing the App Building with AppSheet course, where you learn how to build, configure, and publish apps using AppSheet.
Demand for cloud services is expected to be greater than ever in 2024 as different cloud technologies continue to shape various aspects of infrastructure, services, and market dynamics. Game on to get familiar with this tech, and get your hands on a Google Cloud Credential that can help you stand out to potential employers. No prior experience required.
Complete the intermediate Use Functions, Formulas and Charts in Google Sheets skill badge course to demonstrate skills in the following: analyzing data with functions; visualizing data using charts; and searching, validating, formatting, and displaying data.
Earn an introductory skill badge by completing the Implement Cloud Collaboration and Productivity Workflows course, where you will get introduced to Google's collaborative platform and learn to use Gmail, Calendar, Meet, Drive, Sheets, and AppSheet.
This course covers how to use Gemini in Google Docs to streamline your writing and content creation. Learn to draft documents from scratch, refine writing tone and clarity with interactive tools, summarize complex files, and seamlessly transform long-form text into structured assets for other Google Workspace applications. Explore other content in the Gemini Enterprise Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
Earn a skill badge by completing the Introduction to Generative AI, Introduction to Large Language Models and Introduction to Responsible AI courses. By passing the final quiz, you'll demonstrate your understanding of foundational concepts in generative AI. A skill badge is a digital badge issued by Google Cloud in recognition of your knowledge of Google Cloud products and services. Share your skill badge by making your profile public and adding it to your social media profile.
This is an introductory-level microlearning course aimed at explaining what responsible AI is, why it's important, and how Google implements responsible AI in their products. It also introduces Google's 3 AI principles.
This is an introductory level micro-learning course that explores what large language models (LLM) are, the use cases where they can be utilized, and how you can use prompt tuning to enhance LLM performance. It also covers Google tools to help you develop your own Gen AI apps. Explore other content in the Gemini Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
This is an introductory level microlearning course aimed at explaining what Generative AI is, how it is used, and how it differs from traditional machine learning methods. It also covers Google Tools to help you develop your own Gen AI apps.
This course covers how to use Gemini in Gmail to optimize your email management. Learn to summarize lengthy threads, retrieve information using natural language, draft professional responses, and organize communication strategies directly inside your inbox. Explore other content in the Gemini Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
Google Workspace with Gemini provides customers with generative AI features in Google Workspace. Here, you will learn about the key features of Gemini and how they can be used to improve productivity and efficiency. Continue building your skills in the full Google Workspace with Gemini learning path, and explore other content in the Gemini Agent Ready (GEAR) program.
Complete the introductory Create and Manage Cloud Spanner Instances skill badge to demonstrate skills in the following: creating and interacting with Cloud Spanner instances and databases; loading Cloud Spanner databases using various techniques; backing up Cloud Spanner databases; defining schemas and understanding query plans; and deploying a Modern Web App connected to a Cloud Spanner instance.
This course empowers learners to secure their Google Workspace environment. Learners will implement strong password policies and two-step verification to govern user access. They will then utilize the security investigation tool to proactively identify and respond to security risks. Next, they will manage third-party app access and mobile devices to ensure security. Finally, learners will enforce email security and compliance measures to protect organizational data.
This course equips learners with skills to govern data within their Google Workspace environment. Learners will explore data loss prevention rules in Gmail and Drive to prevent data leakage. They will then learn how to use Google Vault for data retention, preservation, and retrieval purposes. Next, they will learn how to configure data regions and export settings to align with regulations. Finally, learners will discover how to classify data using labels for enhanced organization and security.
This course was designed to provide an understanding of user and resource management in Google Workspace. Learners will explore the configuration of organizational units to align with their organization's needs. Additionally, learners will discover how to manage various types of Google Groups. They will also develop expertise in managing domain settings within Google Workspace. Finally, learners will master the optimization and structuring of resources within their Google Workspace environment.
This course demonstrates the power of integrating Google Cloud services and tools with Workspace applications - like using Node.js to build a survey bot, the Natural Language API to recognize sentiment in a Google Doc, and building a chat bot with Apps Script.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the mantra of the modern era. What was once science fiction has now finally become reality. Join this game and complete all the 4 labs as quickly and accurately as possible to score points and earn the badge so you can dedicate it to that one special woman in your life! Complete this badge and win 25$ worth Cloud Skills Boost credits! Access code:- iwd-2022
In this quest, you will gain hands-on experience on several topics in Google Workspace Administration including security, provisioning users and groups, managing applications, and managing Google Meet.