Chapter 2: Mastering the Basics of Google Cloud

You might have heard the expression "Identity is the new perimeter." Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a key component of any cloud solution design and is a foundational skill. A well-designed identity solution goes a long way in protecting users and businesses in the cloud world. In addition, honing your cost discipline by leveraging the ways you can save costs in Google Cloud, as well as the different ways you can monitor and keep track of your expenses, will provide you with yet another strong pillar of cloud governance. In this chapter, to establish a strong foundation and allow you to master the basics, you will learn about Google Cloud's approach to IAM and concepts such as the least privilege principle. You will then learn how to be cost-effective within Google Cloud. To put all that into practice, you will complete a hands-on assignment based on a case study of a fictional start - up.

In this chapter,...