Google Cloud for Beginners: Build Scalable Applications on GCP Step-by-Step

Unlock the Power of Google Cloud—One Step at a Time.
Looking to master cloud computing with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)? Whether you're a student, developer, or IT professional, Google Cloud for Beginners is your go-to guide for building reliable, scalable, and production-ready applications using GCP’s most essential tools.

This book breaks down the core services of Google Cloud—Compute Engine, App Engine, Cloud Functions, BigQuery, Firestore, Cloud Run, and more—into simple, digestible chapters. You’ll learn how to deploy your first app, connect cloud databases, secure your resources, and set up automation workflows.

Built with real-world projects, this step-by-step guide teaches you to think cloud-first, scale intelligently, and build modern apps the Google way—without feeling overwhelmed.

✅ What You’ll Learn:

• How to set up and navigate the GCP Console and Cloud Shell

• Deploying apps with App Engine, Cloud Run, and Kubernetes Engine

• Using Firestore and BigQuery for data storage and analytics

• Managing permissions and identities with IAM

• Integrating DevOps with Cloud Build, Source Repositories, and CI/CD

• Best practices for monitoring, scaling, and securing GCP workloads