Cloud Native Apps on Google Cloud Platform

Cloud Native Apps on Google Cloud Platform
Author: Alasdair Gilchrist
Publisher: BPB Publications
Total Pages: 431
Release: 2022-04-13
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 935551123X
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Step-by-step guide for developing cloud native apps on GCP powered by hands-on interactive learning KEY FEATURES ● Cutting-edge coverage on Google Cloud Build, Cloud Run, GKE, Kubectl and Anthos. ● Includes tutorials and exercises to learn designing, deploying and running cloud native apps. ● Covers Service Mesh, Apps Optimization, logs monitoring and cloud IAM access. DESCRIPTION The book “Cloud Native Apps on Google Cloud Platform” teaches the readers how to design, construct, and maintain successful cloud-native apps using the Google Cloud Platform. With interactive tutorials, the book reinforces learning and helps to develop practical skills for working in an Agile and DevOps context. The book provides a step-by-step approach to building and managing cloud-native applications on Google Cloud Platform for Google Cloud Users, DevOps teams, and Cloud-Native Developers. First, you will investigate the advantages and applicability of each Google Serverless Computing option. You'll learn about Cloud Build and how to use it to prepare code files, create microservices, and build container images. The book walks readers through creating and running Docker image containers on Cloud Run and App Engine. You'll learn how to use kubectl to create and manage Kubernetes clusters, as well as how to configure the autoscaler for increased resilience and availability. You'll build a pipeline that uses Cloud Build to automate CI/CD and Pub/Sub to ingest streaming data. Finally, you'll have the opportunity to learn about Anthos, which enables you to manage massive GKE clusters in both Cloud and on-premises environments. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Distinguish between using containers or microservices for cloud native apps. ● Build a streaming data pipeline using BigQuery and Dataflow using Pub/Sub. ● Practice to deploy and optimize cloud native applications on Kubernetes Engine. ● Build continuous integration/continuous delivery pipelines and improve Kubernetes apps. ● Learn to protect apps running on GCP from cyberattacks. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is meant for the Cloud and DevOps professionals and for those who wish to learn about Google Cloud services and incorporate them into end-to-end cloud applications. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introducing Cloud Native Apps 2. Developing Cloud Native Apps with Cloud Shell 3. Preparing Source-Code with Cloud Build 4. Create and Deploy Microservices 5. Building and Deploying Containers in Cloud Build 6. Create a Serverless Pipeline with Pub/Sub, Dataflow and BigQuery 7. Container Orchestration with Google Kubernetes Engine 8. Deploying and Managing Kubernetes Applications 9. Optimizing Kubernetes Cluster and Apps in GKE 10. Deploying a CI/CD Pipeline with Kubernetes and Cloud Build 11. Build a Software Delivery Platform with Anthos 12. Application Management with Anthos 13. Securing Cloud Native Apps in Anthos

Cloud Native Apps on Google Cloud Platform

Cloud Native Apps on Google Cloud Platform
Author: Alasdair Gilchrist
Publisher: BPB Publications
Total Pages: 431
Release: 2022-04-13
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 935551123X
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Step-by-step guide for developing cloud native apps on GCP powered by hands-on interactive learning KEY FEATURES ● Cutting-edge coverage on Google Cloud Build, Cloud Run, GKE, Kubectl and Anthos. ● Includes tutorials and exercises to learn designing, deploying and running cloud native apps. ● Covers Service Mesh, Apps Optimization, logs monitoring and cloud IAM access. DESCRIPTION The book “Cloud Native Apps on Google Cloud Platform” teaches the readers how to design, construct, and maintain successful cloud-native apps using the Google Cloud Platform. With interactive tutorials, the book reinforces learning and helps to develop practical skills for working in an Agile and DevOps context. The book provides a step-by-step approach to building and managing cloud-native applications on Google Cloud Platform for Google Cloud Users, DevOps teams, and Cloud-Native Developers. First, you will investigate the advantages and applicability of each Google Serverless Computing option. You'll learn about Cloud Build and how to use it to prepare code files, create microservices, and build container images. The book walks readers through creating and running Docker image containers on Cloud Run and App Engine. You'll learn how to use kubectl to create and manage Kubernetes clusters, as well as how to configure the autoscaler for increased resilience and availability. You'll build a pipeline that uses Cloud Build to automate CI/CD and Pub/Sub to ingest streaming data. Finally, you'll have the opportunity to learn about Anthos, which enables you to manage massive GKE clusters in both Cloud and on-premises environments. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Distinguish between using containers or microservices for cloud native apps. ● Build a streaming data pipeline using BigQuery and Dataflow using Pub/Sub. ● Practice to deploy and optimize cloud native applications on Kubernetes Engine. ● Build continuous integration/continuous delivery pipelines and improve Kubernetes apps. ● Learn to protect apps running on GCP from cyberattacks. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is meant for the Cloud and DevOps professionals and for those who wish to learn about Google Cloud services and incorporate them into end-to-end cloud applications. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introducing Cloud Native Apps 2. Developing Cloud Native Apps with Cloud Shell 3. Preparing Source-Code with Cloud Build 4. Create and Deploy Microservices 5. Building and Deploying Containers in Cloud Build 6. Create a Serverless Pipeline with Pub/Sub, Dataflow and BigQuery 7. Container Orchestration with Google Kubernetes Engine 8. Deploying and Managing Kubernetes Applications 9. Optimizing Kubernetes Cluster and Apps in GKE 10. Deploying a CI/CD Pipeline with Kubernetes and Cloud Build 11. Build a Software Delivery Platform with Anthos 12. Application Management with Anthos 13. Securing Cloud Native Apps in Anthos

Mastering Cloud-Native Microservices

Mastering Cloud-Native Microservices
Author: Chetan Walia
Publisher: BPB Publications
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2023-06-14
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9355518692
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Get familiar with the principles and techniques for designing cost-effective and scalable cloud-native apps with microservices KEY FEATURES ● Gain a comprehensive understanding of the key concepts and strategies involved in building successful cloud-native microservices applications. ● Discover the practical techniques and methodologies for implementing cloud-native microservices. ● Get insights and best practices for implementing cloud-native microservices. DESCRIPTION Microservices-based cloud-native applications are software applications that combine the architectural principles of microservices with the advantages of cloud-native infrastructure and services. If you want to build scalable, resilient, and agile software solutions that can adapt to the dynamic needs of the modern digital landscape, then this book is for you. This comprehensive guide explores the world of cloud-native microservices and their impact on modern application design. The book covers fundamental principles, adoption frameworks, design patterns, and communication strategies specific to microservices. It then emphasizes on the benefits of scalability, fault tolerance, and resource utilization. Furthermore, the book also addresses event-driven data management, serverless approaches, and security by design. All in all, this book is an essential resource that will help you to leverage the power of microservices in your cloud-native applications. By the end of the book, you will gain valuable insights into building scalable, resilient, and future-proof applications in the era of digital transformation. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Gain insight into the fundamental principles and frameworks that form the foundation of modern application design. ● Explore a comprehensive collection of design patterns tailored specifically for microservices architecture. ● Discover a variety of strategies and patterns to effectively facilitate communication between microservices, ensuring efficient collaboration within the system. ● Learn about event-driven data management techniques that enable real-time processing and efficient handling of data in a distributed microservices environment. ● Understand the significance of security-by-design principles and acquire strategies for ensuring the security of microservices architectures. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is suitable for cloud architects, developers, and practitioners who are interested in learning about design patterns and strategies for building, testing, and deploying cloud-native microservices. It is also valuable for techno-functional roles, solution experts, pre-sales professionals, and anyone else seeking practical knowledge of cloud-native microservices. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Cloud-Native Microservices 2. Modern Application Design Principles 3. Microservice Adoption Framework 4. Design Patterns for Microservices 5. Cloud-Powered Microservices 6. Monolith to Microservices Case Study 7. Inter-Service Communication 8. Event-Driven Data Management 9. The Serverless Approach 10. Cloud Microservices - Security by Design 11. Cloud Migration Strategy

Cloud Native Automation with Google Cloud Build

Cloud Native Automation with Google Cloud Build
Author: Anthony Bushong
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2022-10-14
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1801812764
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Written by two Google Cloud experts, this book will help you to create a concrete foundation of Cloud Build so that you can define workflows and pipelines as builds in Google Cloud Build Key FeaturesLearn Cloud Build's API and build configuration/schemaApply scalability and security best practices for using Cloud BuildIntegrate Cloud Build with external systems critical to workflowsBook Description When adopting cloud infrastructure, you are often looking to modernize the automation of workflows such as continuous integration and software delivery. Minimizing operational overhead via fully managed solutions such as Cloud Build can be tough. Moreover, learning Cloud Build's API and build schema, scalability, security, and integrating Cloud Build with other external systems can be challenging. This book helps you to overcome these challenges by cementing a Google Cloud Build foundation. The book starts with an introduction to Google Cloud Build and explains how it brings value via automation. You will then configure the architecture and environment in which builds run while learning how to execute these builds. Next, you will focus on writing and configuring fully featured builds and executing them securely. You will also review Cloud Build's functionality with practical applications and set up a secure delivery pipeline for GKE. Moving ahead, you will learn how to manage safe roll outs of cloud infrastructure with Terraform. Later, you will build a workflow from local source to production in Cloud Run. Finally, you will integrate Cloud Build with external systems while leveraging Cloud Deploy to manage roll outs. By the end of this book, you'll be able to automate workflows securely by leveraging the principles of Google Cloud Build. What you will learnGet started with Cloud Build the right wayDefine new workflows using the Cloud Build schemaImplement a secure build and deployment environment for GKEAutomate serverless workflows for Cloud Run and Cloud FunctionsIntegrate Cloud Build with source code management and artifact storesDevelop a Cloud Build strategy for your organizationWho this book is for This book is for cloud engineers and DevOps engineers who manage cloud environments and desire to automate workflows in a fully managed, scalable, and secure platform. You are expected to have an understanding of cloud fundamentals, software delivery, and containerization fundamentals to get the most out of this book.

Effortless Cloud-Native App Development Using Skaffold

Effortless Cloud-Native App Development Using Skaffold
Author: Ashish Choudhary
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2021-10-15
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1801076952
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A practical guide to solving inner development loop problems in cloud-native applications by automating build, push, and deploy boilerplate using Skaffold Key FeaturesLearn how to build and deploy cloud-native applications quickly with KubernetesCreate a production-ready continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipeline for cloud-native appsDiscover ways to create a GitOps-style CD workflow for cloud-native applicationsBook Description Kubernetes has become the de facto standard for container orchestration, drastically improving how we deploy and manage cloud-native apps. Although it has simplified the lives of support professionals, we cannot say the same for developers who need to be equipped with better tools to increase productivity. An automated workflow that solves a wide variety of problems that every developer faces can make all the difference! Enter Skaffold – a command-line tool that automates the build, push, and deploy steps for Kubernetes applications. This book is divided into three parts, starting with common challenges encountered by developers in building apps with Kubernetes. The second part covers Skaffold features, its architecture, supported container image builders, and more. In the last part, you'll focus on practical implementation, learning how to deploy Spring Boot apps to cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using Skaffold. You'll also create CI/CD pipelines for your cloud-native apps with Skaffold. Although the examples covered in this book are written in Java and Spring Boot, the techniques can be applied to apps built using other technologies too. By the end of this Skaffold book, you'll develop skills that will help accelerate your inner development loop and be able to build and deploy your apps to the Kubernetes cluster with Skaffold. What you will learnOvercome challenges faced while working in an inner development loop using SkaffoldAccelerate your development workflow using SkaffoldUnderstand Skaffold's architecture, internal working, and supported CLI commandsBuild and deploy containers to Kubernetes using the Skaffold CLI and Cloud CodeDeploy Spring Boot applications to fully managed Kubernetes services such as Google Kubernetes Engine using SkaffoldExplore best practices for developing an app with SkaffoldAvoid common pitfalls when developing cloud-native apps with Skaffold in KubernetesWho this book is for Cloud-native application developers, software engineers working with Kubernetes, and DevOps professionals who are looking for a solution to simplify and improve their software development life cycle will find this book useful. Beginner-level knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and the container ecosystem is required to get started with this book.

Google Professional Cloud Developer Exam Guide

Google Professional Cloud Developer Exam Guide
Author: Fiifi Baidoo
Publisher: BPB Publications
Total Pages: 278
Release: 2023-10-27
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9355515952
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Get the knowledge and skills you need to become a certified Google Cloud Developer KEY FEATURES ● Learn everything you need to know about the Google Professional Cloud Developer exam and its objectives. ● Explore the different services GCP offers, such as Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, and Cloud SQL. ● Test your knowledge and prepare for the exam with practice exercises and quizzes. DESCRIPTION The Google Professional Cloud Developer Exam Guide is a comprehensive study guide for the Google Professional Cloud Developer exam. It covers all the topics you need to master to design, develop, deploy, and manage cloud-native applications on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The book starts with an introduction to the certification and the skills and knowledge you need to pass the exam. Then, it covers the different development environments for GCP development, the most important GCP products and services, and the principles of designing high-performance and secure applications. The book also covers designing and building cloud-native applications, different application deployment strategies, and how to deploy apps and services on GCP. It also shows how to integrate applications with GCP services and how to monitor and manage app workloads. To help you prepare for the exam, the book ends with a chapter of quiz solutions. Overall, this book is a great resource for anyone preparing for the Google Professional Cloud Developer exam. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Learn about the basics of cloud computing, including Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS). ● Learn about serverless architectures and how to use them to build scalable and reliable applications. ● Learn how to debug and profile code to improve its performance and reliability. ● Learn about source control management and how to use it to track changes to code. ● Learn about performance testing and how to use it to ensure that applications meet their performance requirements. ● Learn about service-level agreements (SLAs), service-level objectives (SLOs), and service-level indicators (SLIs) and how to use them to measure the performance of applications. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is for software engineers, developers, and IT professionals who want to learn about cloud computing and how to develop and deploy applications on Google Cloud Platform. Readers should have a basic understanding of programming and cloud computing concepts. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. The Professional Cloud Developer 2. Development Environments 3. GCP Products and Services 4. Designing High-performance Applications 5. Designing and Managing Secure Applications 6. Writing and Building Cloud-native Applications 7. Application Deployment Strategies 8. Deploying Apps and Services 9. Integrating Applications with GCP Services 10. Monitoring and Managing App Workloads 11. Answers to Quizzes

Architecting Google Cloud Solutions

Architecting Google Cloud Solutions
Author: Victor Dantas
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 472
Release: 2021-05-14
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1800564155
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Achieve your business goals and build highly available, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure by designing robust and cost-effective solutions as a Google Cloud Architect. Key FeaturesGain hands-on experience in designing and managing high-performance cloud solutionsLeverage Google Cloud Platform to optimize technical and business processes using cutting-edge technologies and servicesUse Google Cloud Big Data, AI, and ML services to design scalable and intelligent data solutionsBook Description Google has been one of the top players in the public cloud domain thanks to its agility and performance capabilities. This book will help you design, develop, and manage robust, secure, and dynamic solutions to successfully meet your business needs. You'll learn how to plan and design network, compute, storage, and big data systems that incorporate security and compliance from the ground up. The chapters will cover simple to complex use cases for devising solutions to business problems, before focusing on how to leverage Google Cloud's Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) capabilities for designing modern no-operations platforms. Throughout this book, you'll discover how to design for scalability, resiliency, and high availability. Later, you'll find out how to use Google Cloud to design modern applications using microservices architecture, automation, and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices. The concluding chapters then demonstrate how to apply machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) to derive insights from your data. Finally, you will discover best practices for operating and monitoring your cloud solutions, as well as performing troubleshooting and quality assurance. By the end of this Google Cloud book, you'll be able to design robust enterprise-grade solutions using Google Cloud Platform. What you will learnGet to grips with compute, storage, networking, data analytics, and pricingDiscover delivery models such as IaaS, PaaS, and SaaSExplore the underlying technologies and economics of cloud computingDesign for scalability, business continuity, observability, and resiliencySecure Google Cloud solutions and ensure complianceUnderstand operational best practices and learn how to architect a monitoring solutionGain insights into modern application design with Google CloudLeverage big data, machine learning, and AI with Google CloudWho this book is for This book is for cloud architects who are responsible for designing and managing cloud solutions with GCP. You'll also find the book useful if you're a system engineer or enterprise architect looking to learn how to design solutions with Google Cloud. Moreover, cloud architects who already have experience with other cloud providers and are now beginning to work with Google Cloud will benefit from the book. Although an intermediate-level understanding of cloud computing and distributed apps is required, prior experience of working in the public and hybrid cloud domain is not mandatory.

Hands-On Serverless Computing with Google Cloud

Hands-On Serverless Computing with Google Cloud
Author: Richard Rose
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2020-02-14
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 183882684X
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Effectively deploy fully managed workloads using Google Cloud's serverless services Key FeaturesUse real-world use cases to understand the core functionalities of Functions as a ServiceExplore the potential of Cloud Run, Knative, Cloud Build, Google Kubernetes Engine, and Cloud StorageGet to grips with architectural decisions, seamless deployments, containerization, and serverless solutionsBook Description Google Cloud's serverless platform allows organizations to scale fully managed solutions without worrying about the underlying infrastructure. With this book, you will learn how to design, develop, and deploy full stack serverless apps on Google Cloud. The book starts with a quick overview of the Google Cloud console, its features, user interface (UI), and capabilities. After getting to grips with the Google Cloud interface and its features, you will explore the core aspects of serverless products such as Cloud Run, Cloud Functions and App Engine. You will also learn essential features such as version control, containerization, and identity and access management with the help of real-world use cases. Later, you will understand how to incorporate continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) techniques for serverless applications. Toward the concluding chapters, you will get to grips with how key technologies such as Knative enable Cloud Run to be hosted on multiple platforms including Kubernetes and VMware. By the end of this book, you will have become proficient in confidently developing, managing, and deploying containerized applications on Google Cloud. What you will learnExplore the various options for deploying serverless workloads on Google CloudDetermine the appropriate serverless product for your application use caseIntegrate multiple lightweight functions to build scalable and resilient servicesIncrease productivity through build process automationUnderstand how to secure serverless workloads using service accountsBuild a scalable architecture with Google Cloud Functions and Cloud RunWho this book is for If you are a cloud administrator, architect, or developer who wants to build scalable systems and deploy serverless workloads on Google Cloud, then this book is for you. To get the most out of this book, a basic understanding of the serverless ecosystem and cloud computing will be beneficial.

Multi-Cloud Handbook for Developers

Multi-Cloud Handbook for Developers
Author: Subash Natarajan
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2024-02-29
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1804617091
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Explore proven techniques and best practices for designing, deploying, and managing cloud-native applications in multi-cloud environments with the help of real-world examples, success stories, and emerging technologies Key Features Discover optimal solutions in multi-cloud environments using AWS, Azure, and GCP tools and technologies Excel in designing, developing, and securing cloud-native apps with Docker, Kubernetes, and Istio Learn design patterns, cost optimization, best practices, and pitfalls to avoid in multi-cloud apps Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionUnleash the power of cloud computing with Multi-Cloud Handbook for Developers, your guide to mastering the nuances of cloud-native and multi-cloud, covering practical strategies for design, development, and management. Explore the essential concepts, challenges, and methodologies critical for navigating the complex landscape of modern cloud computing. Using core architectural and design principles (such as microservices and 12-factor architecture) and advanced strategies (such as distributed application design patterns, domain-driven design (DDD), and API-first strategies), you’ll learn how to build portable and efficient apps across various cloud platforms. You’ll understand how to leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC), continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD), GitOps, and DevOps practices, along with containerization and orchestration techniques using Docker and Kubernetes. You’ll also get to grips with data, security, compliance, and cloud cost management strategies in multi-cloud environments. With real-world case studies, best practices, and insights into future trends, this book will equip you with the skills to develop, manage, troubleshoot, and innovate cloud-native applications across diverse cloud platforms, positioning you at the forefront of the cloud computing revolution.What you will learn Understand the core structures and implications of cloud-native and multi-cloud apps Explore key principles and patterns to build agile, scalable, and future-proof apps Master cloud-native essentials: service mesh, DDD, and API-centric approaches Implement deployment pipelines with advanced IaC, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and GitOps techniques Manage and monitor data, security, compliance, and identity access in multi-cloud scenarios Optimize your cloud costs with shift-left and FinOps practices Get ready for the future of cloud-native and multi-cloud technology Who this book is for Ideal for cloud-native and cloud developers, platform engineers, software architects, and IT professionals focused on building and managing cloud-native applications in multi-cloud environments, this book is an indispensable guide for students and researchers seeking insights into cloud-native concepts and multi-cloud architectures. A basic understanding of cloud computing, contemporary software development, system design, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP, will prove useful.

Modernizing Enterprise Java

Modernizing Enterprise Java
Author: Markus Eisele
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2021-10-21
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1098102118
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While containers, microservices, and distributed systems dominate discussions in the tech world, the majority of applications in use today still run monolithic architectures that follow traditional development processes. This practical book helps developers examine long-established Java-based models and demonstrates how to bring these monolithic applications successfully into the future. Relying on their years of experience modernizing applications, authors Markus Eisele and Natale Vinto walk you through the steps necessary to update your organization's Java applications. You'll discover how to dismantle your monolithic application and move to an up-to-date software stack that works across cloud and on-premises installations. Learn cloud native application basics to understand what parts of your organization's Java-based applications and platforms need to migrate and modernize Understand how enterprise Java specifications can help you transition projects and teams Build a cloud native platform that supports effective development without falling into buzzword traps Find a starting point for your migration projects by identifying candidates and staging them through modernization steps Discover how to complement a traditional enterprise Java application with components on top of containers and Kubernetes