Free training before 2021: AI, Kubernetes, multi-cloud, and more from Google Cloud
Google Cloud is continuing to offer no-cost learning opportunities until the end of this year to help learners build in-demand cloud skills.
Read on to find out how you can further your knowledge of AI, Kubernetes, multi-cloud, and more.
AI and machine learning
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On December 15you can join the webinar to learn how to use Google Cloud’s new Document AI.
Google Cloud’s Director of Data Analytics and AI Solutions will walk you through how to extract structured data from scanned PDF documents so you can increase operational efficiency, improve customer experience, and make faster, smarter decisions.
You’ll also have an opportunity to get your questions answered live. Reserve your seat here to learn about Document AI.
Let’s Get Solving series sessions allows you to also learn how to use AI and machine learning to help power businesses in different industries such as finance and retail.
Google experts will provide case studies, teach you how to use BigQuery, demo technology like Open Banking, and more.
Register here for industry-specific learning opportunities.
Kubernetes
If you sign up by December 31, you’ll get access to unlimited Kubernetes training and the opportunity to earn Google Cloud skill badges on Qwiklabs at no-cost for 30 days.
Recommendation you begin with the following quests on Qwiklabs: “Deploy to Kubernetes in Google Cloud” and “Kubernetes Solutions.”
“Deploy to Kubernetes in Google Cloud” will teach you how to configure Docker images and containers and deploy fully fledged Kubernetes Engine applications.
By taking the “Kubernetes Solutions” quest, you’ll have a chance to practice with a wide variety of Kubernetes use cases such as building Slackbots with NodeJS, deploying game servers on clusters, and running the Cloud Vision API.
Sign up here to get started with Kubernetes.
What you will Learn?
Deploy to Kubernetes in Google Cloud
Begin by configuring Docker images and containers and deploying fully fledged Kubernetes Engine applications. Practice the skills needed for integrating container orchestration into your own workflow.
Kubernetes Solutions
Practice with a wide variety of Kubernetes use cases from building Slackbots with NodeJS, to deploying game servers on clusters, to running the Cloud Vision API.
Earn a skill badge!
Showcase your skills with an advanced-level quest and complete the challenge lab at the end to earn a digital Google Cloud skill badge.
Qwiklabs is a hands-on learning environment where you can take over 300 self-paced labs using the real Google Cloud Platform — no simulations. Claim this exclusive offer to access unlimited labs and earn Google Cloud skill badges on Qwiklabs for free for 30 days.
Hybrid and multi-cloud
Instructors will lead you through hands-on labs and you’ll have a chance to test your skills throughout with quizzes during our two-day Cloud OnBoard series on architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) and hybrid architecture with Anthos.
Register for the introduction to hybrid and multi-cloud technology here.
Data analytics
Interested in taking your data analytics skills to the next level?
If you register by December 31, you can get access to a 6-week learning path which will outline recommended Google Cloud training to prepare experienced cloud professionals for the Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer certification.
Google Cloud certifications validate your cloud expertise and help you elevate your career.
Through Googles’s training partner, Coursera, the first month of training will be available at no cost as well as 30 days of unlimited Qwiklabs access at no cost.
You can get access to the certification preparation learning path here.
We hope these training resources help you strengthen your cloud skills this year. Stay tuned for new learning opportunities in January.
*Coursera first month free promotion is only available to learners who have not previously paid for training on Coursera. A credit card is required to activate your free month. After the first month is over, your subscription will auto-renew to a $49 monthly charge until you cancel your Coursera subscription.
Happy Learning!!!