What is GCP Certification?

What is GCP Certification?

Table of contents

• Introduction 
• What is GCP?
• What is a GCP certification?
• How to get a GCP certification?
• Conclusion

FAQs

Introduction:

Whenever we talk about innovation, it is mostly related to the information technology (IT) sector. The world is only working around the IT sector. This is because the data consumption of an average person has increased multi-fold. With the introduction of social media and interactive websites, there is a colossal amount of data that is moving around. 

There has to be at least some place where all of this data is being stored, right? The answer to this question would be a little complicated. Because there is so much data drifting around all around the world, the big enterprises, that deal with a large portion of this data, had to create different offices and infrastructure to keep all of this data secured and managed. This added to the cost of the firm and also required a lot of separate attention. This could cause a decline in the product quality and the firm reputation could be damaged.

Enter CLOUD Computing. The way cloud computing facilities have helped these firms is incredible. Now they don’t need huge offices to store their data and files. Cloud computing has made it easy for these firms to safeguard and protect their confidential information from getting lost or leaked to the public. 

Amazon Web Service (AWS)

Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) are three of the most widely used cloud computing platforms in the world. All of them provide computing services to big enterprises in the world. Also, services like application development tools, cyber security, data storage, data manipulation and networking are added facilities that all these platforms provide. The procedure is simple, you pay the service provider a monthly amount of money, and you will be eligible to use any of their cloud services. However, this article will tell you more about the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and the certification it provides.

What is GCP?

Do you have a Gmail account? Is it connected to any of your devices? Are you clicking pictures on an android powered phone? Well, then you’re already a part of GCP. Google Cloud platform of GCP is the cloud platform hosted by Google. This platform provides computing facilities to businesses and enterprises of whatever nature they require. 

What is a GCP certification?

It is a certification program that is offered by Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Just like AWS, GCP has some standards and quality measures that they take before providing these certifications. There are stringent tests and exams that one has to clear to get certified by Google itself. 

Google and Amazon are two of the biggest tech giants in the world and they are always competing with each other. Here too, Amazon beat Google as it released its cloud computing platform much before Google. But that doesn’t mean by any chance, that the certifications provided by Google are not worth it. Anyone who has certifications from Google will be welcomed by a tech company. 

There are presently around 10 certifications that Google is providing. You have to choose your certification wisely according to your interests. The names of these certifications are given below.

1. Google Cloud Digital Leader;
2. Google Associate Cloud Engineer;
3. Google Professional Cloud Architect;
4. Google Professional Data Engineer;
5. Google Professional Cloud Developer;
6. Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer;
7. Google Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer;
8. Google Professional Machine Learning Engineer;
9. Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer;
10. Google Professional Cloud Database Engineer.

Getting any of these would give you an edge in this highly competitive field. 

How to get these certifications?

Well, anything good in this world is not free. Such is the case with these certifications. You will have to invest some amount of money, time and energy if you want even one of these certifications. But if you’re dedicated enough, you can easily do it by following these steps:

Select your interest first: If you want to be in this field, you must know what you like doing and what you are good at, choose that field and start preparing.

Get the study material: Always refer to the study material that is provided on the Google Cloud Platform free of cost. Reading and learning from that material is enough for you to clear the exam.

Join an institute/coaching: When you study for an exam, you need an environment. An institute or a coaching Centre can provide you with that. We provide GCP training in Chandigarh that can help you with your exam.

Gain practical experience: Once in the institute, try to focus more on practical studies. It will sharpen your skills and will make it easier for you to learn.

Mock tests can help: Attempt as many mock tests as you can. They will give you an idea of the questions that might encounter during the test.

After all, this is done and you feel confident enough, apply for the test ad schedule it according to your timetable. If you have followed the aforementioned steps with dedication and honesty, you will crack the test on your first attempt. All the very best!

Conclusion:

In a world of constant competition, it is better to be prepared for the future. Getting a certification from Google might just turn out to be the best decision of your professional life. You should go for it if you want to be a part of the tech-savvy future. 

FAQs:

Q. Is AWS better or GCP?

A. Both are extremely reputed. But AWS is older and hence more known to people. But GCP is also growing day by day, so it will be a great career option.

Q. How long will it take to prepare for GCP certification?

A. It all depends on your goals, dedication and your honesty. If you prepare for it honestly, you can crack it in 2-3 months.

Q. Where can I learn more about GCP?

A. Many institutes in Chandigarh specialize in GCP training.

Q. What is the future of cloud or GCP?

A. GCP and Cloud are the future. Soon there will come a time when physical files will not be even a thing. 

Q. What is Azure? Is it better than GCP?

A. Azure is another public cloud platform, hosted by Microsoft. It is not about which platform is better and which is worse. It is all about your preference.