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This course is an interactive learning experience designed to provide an actionable set of steps to help your organizations implement a Cloud Financial Management strategy to maximize your cloud investment with Google Cloud. In this class you will walk through the five pillars of Google Cloud FinOps and understand how your organization can work to implement these pillars in their own FinOps approach.
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What You'll Learn

  • Address financial governance challenges with Cloud FinOps.
  • Understand the five pillars of the Google Cloud FinOps operating model.
  • Establish cloud FinOps policies and enablement for your organization.
  • Drive financial accountability and value realization with defined success metrics.
  • Understand how to optimize costs of your utilized Google Cloud resources.
  • Modernize budgeting and forecasting methods.
  • Leverage costing tools to effectively manage and track Google Cloud spend.

Who Should Attend

  • Data engineers
  • Database administrators
  • System administrators
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Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of cloud computing and Google Cloud technologies as discussed in the "Cloud Digital Leader" course.

Learning Journey

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Module 1: Introduction to FinOps on Google Cloud

  • Describe financial governance challenges for cloud resources.
  •  Describe industry trends in Cloud FinOps.
  •  Understand the Google Cloud FinOps framework.

Module 2: Accountability and Enablement

  • Create a Cloud FinOps operating model.
  • Define roles and responsibilities within a Cloud FinOps team.
  • Establish governance and policies.
  • Enable your organization through incentivization.

Module 3: Measurement and Realization

  • Establish KPIs and value metrics.
  • Understand value vs. cost.
  • Establish transparency through reporting and accountability

Module 4: Cost Optimization

  • Understand Google Cloud cost optimization approach.
  • Implement visibility into resource utilization via tagging.
  • Understand the golden signals.
  • Describe resource, price, and architecture optimization.
  • Optimize resource utilization.

Module 5: Planning and Forecasting

  • Understand budgeting and allocation.
  • Forecast spend on cloud resources.
  • Implement reporting and integration.
  • Understand the Google Cloud billing model.

Module 6: Tools and Accelerators

  • Explore budgets and alerts on Google Cloud
  • Tagging automation and resource management
  • Describe cost management tools within Google Cloud
  • Understand Cloud Cost Reporting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Why get Google Cloud Platform (GCP) certified?

    Google Cloud certifications validate your expertise in cloud technologies and your proficiency in using Google Cloud Platform's vast array of services.

    These certifications are recognized globally and highly sought after by employers, as they demonstrate your ability to design, develop, and manage scalable and secure cloud solutions on GCP.

    Google Cloud-certified professionals are in high demand, opening doors to new career opportunities and higher earning potential.

  • What to expect for the examination?

    Google Cloud offers a variety of certification exams across different levels (Foundational, Associate, and Professional) covering various job roles and specializations.

    The exams typically consist of multiple-choice and multiple-select questions, as well as scenario-based questions that assess your ability to apply your knowledge in real-world situations.

    Note: Certification requirements and policies may be updated by Google Cloud from time to time. We apologize for any discrepancies; do get in touch with us if you have any questions.

  • How long is Google Cloud Platform (GCP) certification valid for?

    Most Google Cloud certifications, including Professional-level certifications, are valid for two years from the date of passing the exam.

    The Cloud Digital Leader and Associate Cloud Engineer certifications are valid for three years from the date of passing the exam.

    To maintain your certification, you will need to recertify by passing the latest version of the same exam or an equivalent higher-level certification exam before your current certification expires.

    You will receive a notification from Google Cloud prior to your certification's expiration date.

    Note: Certification requirements and policies may be updated by Google Cloud from time to time. We apologize for any discrepancies; do get in touch with us if you have any questions.

  • Why take this course with Trainocate?

    Here’s what sets us apart:

    - Global Reach, Localized Accessibility: Benefit from our geographically diverse training hubs in 24 countries (and counting!).

    - Top-Rated Instructors: Our team of subject matter experts (with high average CSAT and MTM scores) are passionate to help you accelerate your digital transformation.

    - Customized Training Solutions: Choose from on-site, virtual classrooms, or self-paced learning to fit your organization and individual needs.

    - Experiential Learning: Dive into interactive training with our curated lesson plans. Participate in hands-on labs, solve real-world challenges, and take on comprehensive assessments.

    - Learn From The Best: With 30+ authorized training partnerships and countless awards from Microsoft, AWS, Google – you're guaranteed learning from the industry's elite.

    - Your Bridge To Success: We provide up-to-date course materials, helpful exam guides, and dedicated support to validate your expertise and elevate your career.

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