The Google Cloud console

Introduction

This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on using the Google Cloud Console. Understanding the console is crucial for managing cloud resources, deploying applications, and leveraging various services offered by Google Cloud. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, this guide will help you navigate the console effectively.

Step 1: Accessing Google Cloud Console

• Open your web browser and go to the Google Cloud Console at console.cloud.google.com.
• If you don’t have an account, create one by following the on-screen prompts to set up your Google account.
• Log in using your credentials.

Step 2: Navigating the Dashboard

• Once logged in, you'll be presented with the Google Cloud Console dashboard.
• Familiarize yourself with the main sections:
  • Project Selector: At the top of the page, select or create a project to work on specific resources.
  • Navigation Menu: Located on the left side, this menu provides access to various Google Cloud services.
• Use the search bar at the top to quickly find specific services or resources.

Step 3: Creating a New Project

• Click on the project dropdown at the top of the dashboard.
• Select "New Project."
• Fill in the required fields:
  • Project Name: Choose a descriptive name.
  • Billing Account: Select a billing account if prompted.
• Click "Create" to finalize your project.

Step 4: Exploring Google Cloud Services

• Use the navigation menu to explore different services such as Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, and BigQuery.
• Click on a service to view its features and options.
• Take advantage of the documentation and tutorials provided by Google Cloud to deepen your understanding of each service.

Step 5: Managing Resources

• Within your project, navigate to the specific service you wish to manage.
• For example, to manage virtual machines:
  • Go to Compute Engine > VM Instances.
  • Here, you can create, start, stop, or delete virtual machines.

Step 6: Monitoring Your Resources

• Access the Monitoring section from the navigation menu to track the performance and health of your resources.
• Set up alerts to notify you of any issues or changes in resource usage.

Step 7: Using IAM for Access Control

• Navigate to IAM & Admin in the navigation menu.
• Here you can manage user permissions and roles to control access to your project.
• Click "Add" to invite new users and assign them roles based on the tasks they need to perform.

Conclusion

The Google Cloud Console is a powerful tool for managing cloud resources and services. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can effectively navigate the console, create and manage projects, and monitor your resources. As you continue exploring Google Cloud, consider diving deeper into specific services and leveraging the extensive documentation available to enhance your cloud skills.