Connect an App to a Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL Instance
This course is part of Google Cloud Database Engineer Specialization.
Course Cost
₹ 5,029
Beginner
Skill Level
1 Hour
Self-paced lessons
This practical project teaches you how to connect applications to Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL databases in Google Cloud. You'll learn to create a Kubernetes cluster, deploy a simple application, and configure the necessary connections to enable database communication. Working in a real Google Cloud environment, you'll gain hands-on experience with Kubernetes deployment and database connectivity, essential skills for modern application development. The project guides you through the complete workflow, from cluster creation to database connection verification. You'll test the application's ability to both write to and read from the PostgreSQL database, ensuring proper communication between application and database layers. This experience is valuable for developers and cloud engineers building cloud-native applications that require database persistence. By completing this project, you'll understand how to implement secure, reliable connections between containerized applications and managed database services.
What you'll learn
Create and configure a Kubernetes cluster in Google Cloud
Deploy a containerized application to your Kubernetes cluster
Configure secure connectivity between applications and Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL
Implement and test database read and write operations from your application
Verify successful database connectivity and operations in a cloud environment
Troubleshoot common connection issues between applications and databases
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
40 Minutes PreRecorded video
Access on Desktop
FullTime access
Shareable certificate

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There is 1 module in this course
This project provides a comprehensive introduction to connecting applications with Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL databases in Google Cloud. You'll learn to set up a Kubernetes environment, deploy a containerized application, and configure secure database connectivity. The hands-on approach gives you practical experience working with real cloud infrastructure rather than simulations. You'll gain valuable skills in Kubernetes deployment, database connection configuration, and application testing. The project covers the entire workflow, from creating a Kubernetes cluster to verifying successful read and write operations between your application and database. These skills are essential for modern application development and cloud migration projects where containerized applications need to interact with managed database services.
Connect an App to a Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL Instance
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Google Cloud Database Engineer Specialization
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