Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) Platform Introduction by Google
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Duration: 2h 9m
Skill level: Intermediate
Released: 11/18/2025
Course details
This course dives into the Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) Platform and offers insights on hosting, controlling, and managing infrastructure and services on your premises. Learn how GDC aligns with Google's digital sovereignty vision, supporting strict data residency, security, and privacy needs. Explore user personas such as Infrastructure Operations, Platform Administrator, and Application Operator, and learn about their distinct roles and tools. Interact with GDC air-gapped through the web-based console, command line, or programmatically to optimize management. Get an introduction to IAM and organization policies, and practice setting up VMs, disks, snapshots, and backups seamlessly. Discover how to leverage GDC tools to align with public-sector and commercial requirements. This foundational course is designed for individuals interested in distributed cloud technologies and looking to expand their expertise in Google's GDC platform.
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