In this introduction, you'll explore the course goals and preview each section.

Cloud Digital Leader

This section of the course introduces key terms related to the cloud and digital transformation, the benefits of cloud technology, the differences between on-premises infrastructure, public cloud, private cloud, hybrid cloud, and multicloud, and the drivers and challenges that lead organizations to undergo a digital transformation.

Welcome

What is a digital transformation?

The cloud landscape

Cloud deployment strategies

The benefits of cloud computing

Challenges that lead to digital transformation

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Why cloud technology is transforming business

To understand the impact that the cloud can have on a business, it’s important to become familiar with fundamental cloud concepts. In this section of the course, you'll differentiate between a solution and a product, compare CapEx and OpEx, explore infrastructure options, and define network terminology.

Fundamental cloud concepts

Google's global network infrastructure

Cloud computing service models

The shared responsibility model

The course closes with a summary of the key points covered in each section and next steps to continue learning.

Course summary

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Course study guide

Course resources

Digital transformation is a critical journey for modern organizations, and establishing a strong baseline in cloud computing is the first step toward driving meaningful innovation. Digital Transformation with Google Cloud introduces the core technologies and strategic frameworks that help organizations modernize their operations. This course explores fundamental cloud concepts, global network infrastructure, and the shared responsibility model to help leaders navigate their path to the cloud with confidence.

As part of the Cloud Digital Leader learning path, this course aims to help individuals grow in their role and build the future of their business.

There's much excitement about cloud technology and digital transformation, but often many unanswered questions.
For example: What is cloud technology? What does digital transformation mean? How can cloud technology help your organization? Where do you even begin?
If you've asked yourself any of these questions, you're in the right place. This course provides an overview of the types of opportunities and challenges that companies often encounter in their digital transformation journey. If you want to learn about cloud technology so you can excel in your role and help build the future of your business, then this introductory course on digital transformation is for you. This course is part of the Cloud Digital Leader learning path.

This course provides an overview of the opportunities and challenges companies encounter in their digital transformation journey.

Challenges that lead to digital transformation

Digital Transformation with Google Cloud

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