Learn about Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Google's suite of cloud computing services that runs on the same infrastructure that Google uses internally.
What is Google Cloud Platform (GCP)?
Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is Google's suite of cloud computing services that runs on the same infrastructure that Google uses internally for its end-user products like Google Search, Gmail, and YouTube.
Understanding GCP
GCP was launched by Google in 2008 and has grown to become one of the leading cloud platforms, offering over 100 services and leveraging Google's expertise in data analytics, machine learning, and global infrastructure.
Key GCP Services
1. Compute Services
2. Storage Services
3. Data Analytics
4. Machine Learning
Basic GCP Architecture Example
# Google Cloud Deployment Manager template
resources:
- name: my-instance
type: compute.v1.instance
properties:
zone: us-central1-a
machineType: zones/us-central1-a/machineTypes/n1-standard-1
disks:
- deviceName: boot
type: PERSISTENT
boot: true
autoDelete: true
initializeParams:
sourceImage: projects/debian-cloud/global/images/family/debian-11
networkInterfaces:
- network: global/networks/default
accessConfigs:
- name: External NAT
type: ONE_TO_ONE_NATGCP vs Other Cloud Providers
| Feature | GCP | AWS | Azure |
|---------|-----|-----|-------|
| Parent Company | Google | Amazon | Microsoft |
| Market Share | Third | Largest | Second |
| Data Analytics | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Machine Learning | Leading | Good | Good |
| Pricing | Competitive | Competitive | Competitive |
Why Use GCP?
Common Use Cases
GCP Pricing Model
GCP's Strengths
Data Analytics
Machine Learning
Kubernetes
GCP Certifications
GCP continues to innovate in areas like data analytics, machine learning, and Kubernetes, making it an excellent choice for organizations focused on these technologies.