Google Cloud Digital Leader

Module 1: Digital Transformation with Google Cloud

• Cloud computing fundamentals
• Digital transformation
• Benefits of cloud technology
• Google Cloud overview
• Cloud adoption strategies
• Business value of cloud
• Innovation and modernization
• Google Cloud infrastructure

Module 2: Exploring Google Cloud Infrastructure

• Google Cloud regions and zones
• Google Cloud infrastructure
• Compute services
• Storage services
• Networking fundamentals
• Virtual machines
• Containers
• Serverless computing
• Application modernization
• Google Kubernetes Engine

Module 3: Data Transformation and Analytics

• Data fundamentals
• Data management
• Data warehouses and data lakes
• BigQuery
• Data analytics
• Business intelligence
• Data visualization
• Data-driven decision-making
• Data governance
• Google Cloud data services

Module 4: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

• AI and machine learning fundamentals
• Generative AI
• Google Cloud AI capabilities
• Vertex AI
• Large language models
• AI-powered applications
• Responsible AI
• Business use cases for AI
• AI transformation strategies

Module 5: Application and Infrastructure Modernization

• Application modernization
• Cloud-native applications
• Containers and Kubernetes
• APIs and application integration
• Serverless technologies
• Infrastructure modernization
• Scalability and reliability
• Google Cloud application services

Module 6: Security and Trust

• Cloud security fundamentals
• Google Cloud security approach
• Identity and access management
• Data protection
• Encryption
• Security monitoring
• Compliance and governance
• Shared responsibility model
• Risk management

Module 7: Cloud Operations and Business Value

• Cloud operations
• Reliability and availability
• Cloud cost management
• Resource optimization
• Operational efficiency
• Cloud adoption and governance
• Measuring business outcomes
• Google Cloud solutions for business transformation

• Business Leaders and Managers
• Digital Transformation Professionals
• IT Managers
• Project Managers
• Product Managers
• Cloud Professionals
• Technology Consultants
• Sales and Pre-Sales Professionals
• Business Analysts
• Data and AI Professionals
• IT Decision-Makers
• Students and Graduates interested in cloud computing
• Professionals who want to understand the business value of Google Cloud
• Individuals preparing for the Google Cloud Digital Leader certification

• Understand the fundamentals of cloud computing and digital transformation.
• Explore the Google Cloud ecosystem and core infrastructure.
• Understand how organizations use cloud technology to improve business agility and innovation.
• Learn the fundamentals of data management, analytics, and BigQuery.
• Understand the business applications of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and generative AI.
• Explore Vertex AI and Google Cloud AI capabilities.
• Understand application and infrastructure modernization strategies.
• Learn the fundamentals of cloud security, identity, governance, and compliance.
• Understand the shared responsibility model for cloud security.
• Explore cloud cost management and operational optimization.
• Learn how organizations can use Google Cloud to achieve measurable business outcomes.
• Build foundational knowledge for further Google Cloud certifications and learning paths.
• Prepare for the Google Cloud Digital Leader certification examination.

• Basic understanding of IT and business technology concepts.
• General awareness of cloud computing is beneficial but not mandatory.
• No programming experience is required.
• No prior Google Cloud administration experience is required.
• Familiarity with digital transformation and business technology can be helpful.
• An interest in cloud, data, AI, and emerging technologies is recommended.

Certification: Google Cloud Digital Leader
Exam: Cloud Digital Leader
Level: Foundational
Exam Type: Multiple-choice and multiple-select questions
Exam Duration: 90 minutes