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Category: Google Cloud

Google Cloud

What is Data Lake?

What is Data Lake? How is it different from a Data Warehouse? Do you need it, and why? How do other companies use Data Lake in practice? Let’s find answers to these and other questions. What is Data Lake? Data Lake is a centralised repository designed for storing, processing, and securing large amounts of data....

Beata Socha 17 October 2023
Google Cloud

Cloud migration – why should my company do it

For many companies, cloud computing is the first step in the process of digital transformation. The advantages of the cloud environment span from easy scalability to access to pre-trained AI models that are becoming a game changer in many businesses. In fact, according to a report by Cisco, 97% of companies claim they feel an...

Beata Socha 9 October 2023
Google Workspace

Google turns 25 – let’s celebrate Google’s Birthday

Google is celebrating its 25th birthday today. On this special occasion, let’s take a moment to look back at some of the biggest milestones over the past quarter century, from the start-up that created universally accessible Google Search and reinvented how the world’s information and knowledge is stored and accessed. 1998 Google Inc. is officially...

Beata Socha 27 September 2023
Business

Three Google Cloud Partner of the Year wins for FOTC! 

We are pleased to announce that we have been awarded three 2023 Google Cloud Partner of the Year awards: Google Cloud Expansion Partner of the Year for Google Workspace in Europe, Middle East and Africa; Google Cloud Sales Partner of the Year for Poland; and Google Cloud Specialization Partner of the Year for Work Transformation. ...

Beata Socha 30 August 2023
Google Cloud

Make your app launch faster with Cloud Firestore

If you’re developing applications or games for iOS, Android, or web apps, you’re probably familiar with the set of tools known as Firebase. One of the key services offered by Firebase is Firestore, which is a scalable NoSQL cloud database service. Developers are increasingly choosing to store data in the cloud for a number of...

Beata Socha 12 July 2023
Google Cloud

Cloud Code IDE plugins – what can they do?

Cloud Code is a tool developed by Google to help developers create, test, and deploy applications in the cloud. It is an extension for integrated development environments (IDEs) such as VSCode, IntelliJ, PyCharm, GoLand, WebStorm, and Cloud Shell Editor. It provides a set of tools and features specifically designed for your Cloud Code development team...

Beata Socha 11 July 2023
Google Cloud

Be closer to your audience with Cloud CDN

CDN, which stands for Content Delivery Network, is a network of servers distributed in different locations whose primary task is to quickly deliver internet content. It could be websites, images, pictures, or other static files that do not change with subsequent HTTP/HTTPS requests. CDN infrastructure is what ensures the high availability for this content. How?...

Beata Socha 7 July 2023
Google Cloud

Let Google Cloud Armor protect you against DDOS attacks

The frequency of DDoS attacks has seen a surge over the past few years, both globally, and even more so in the EMEA region, according to a report released by cyber security firm Radware. At the end of 2022, the frequency of DDoS attacks the company mitigated rose 3.5 times (from 8.4 per day at...

Beata Socha 2 July 2023
Google Cloud

Vision AI – save time and money with AI

The topic of artificial intelligence has permanently made its way into the headlines, mainly thanks to ChatGPT. While AI based on natural language stirs up a lot of emotions, we can’t ignore the role of deep learning neural networks in image recognition. One of the pioneers in this field is Google and their Vision AI...

Beata Socha 25 June 2023
Google Cloud

Kubernetes 101 – a brief tutorial

Kubernetes on Google Cloud – tutorial In this article you will learn the basics of Kubernetes cluster orchestration system on Google Cloud. In a few simple steps we will walk you through creating a project, including setting the region, creating a cluster and deploying an application to it. Let’s get started. The first step is...

Beata Socha 21 June 2023
Google Cloud

Kubernetes – what is it?

More and more IT systems are being developed using containers. Containerisation involves placing application components (such as processes, dependencies, libraries, configuration files, or local databases) in one or more “sets” called containers. It combines the benefits of virtualisation with maintaining the system on a physical server, providing scalability, fast and lightweight software portability, and instance...

Beata Socha 19 June 2023
Google Cloud

Respond faster with Contact Center AI

“Competition never sleeps” has never been more accurate, quite literally. Researchers from SuperOffice found that nearly half of consumers (46%) expect feedback to inquiries they make to companies within 4 hours. For 12%, the expected time was even shorter, ranging from just 15 minutes or less. The study involved 3,000 consumers who were asked a...

Beata Socha 17 June 2023
Google Workspace

Vertex AI – your first steps with ML

Vertex AI is a comprehensive platform used by developers and data practitioners (or, if you prefer, experts in Data Science or data analysts) to accelerate the deployment of machine learning models. It is a fully managed infrastructure that allows you to both train and deploy ML models and AI applications. In this article, you will...

Beata Socha 14 June 2023
Google Cloud

Looker Studio — what is it and why should I use it?

Looker Studio, formerly known as Google Data Studio, is an intuitive tool for visualising data from various Google tools. The creators from Mountain View, California, see it as a power source that collects “energy” from multiple sources such as Google Analytics, Search Console, and Google Sheets, and transforms it into accessible and readable reports. The...

Beata Socha 12 June 2023
Google Cloud

BigQuery Omni. Data warehouse in a multi-cloud model

BigQuery Omni is a fully managed data warehouse designed to work with large datasets in a multi-cloud environment. In this article, you will learn how BigQuery works and discover the key benefits of using it in your organisation. As  Gartner research shows, up to 81% of cloud solutions users leverage solutions from more than one...

Beata Socha 6 June 2023
Google Cloud

How do I choose Google Cloud services for my project?

If you’re wondering what types of projects are suitable for the services available within the Google Cloud platform, the phrase “the sky is the limit” wouldn’t be an exaggeration. A wide range of companies, from small startups to major corporations like Verizon and Paypal, utilise Google’s cloud solutions. With a vast network of data centres...

Beata Socha 5 June 2023
Google Cloud

BigQuery – getting started

Data is the new gold – at least for all companies and organisations with views to expand. A business that is aware of the power hidden inside data carries out process analysis and introduces data-driven changes and improvements. Some go even further – with the technology at their disposal they predict trends, probable market changes...

Beata Socha 4 June 2023
Google Cloud

Generative AI – what is it capable of and where is it headed?

The generative AI arms race is afoot. In an effort to beat the competition to the market, tech giants are funnelling billions into AI research hoping to come out victorious from the generative AI revolution. Generative artificial intelligence is already capable of creating content: textual, visual, audio and video. Even if video generation still requires...

Beata Socha 22 May 2023
Google Cloud

8 Pro tips on how to cut Google Cloud cost

Whether you are considering moving your data to the cloud or you are already using public cloud, costs are one of the chief concerns for any organisation. More specifically how to cut cloud costs. Instead of adopting a trial and error approach, take advantage of the experience. “Learn from the mistakes of others. You can’t live...

Beata Socha 15 May 2023
Google Cloud

How to save on infrastructure by moving to the cloud?

Cloud computing has revolutionised the way businesses operate, offering a flexible and scalable solution that can significantly reduce infrastructure costs. However, as with any new technology, migrating to the cloud can be a complex and costly process, particularly for companies with large amounts of data to manage. Is there a way to keep a tight...

Beata Socha 12 May 2023
Google Cloud

Google Zero Trust security model

“Trust but verify” may have once seemed like a wise access policy. But the growing number of threats both from the inside and from the outside have forced enterprises to rethink their access controls and implement stronger data loss prevention measures. That’s where Google Zero Trust policy comes into play. Organisations all over the world...

Beata Socha 20 April 2023
Google Cloud

How secure is my cloud infrastructure?

As organisations adopt cloud solutions across industries, cloud security and data protection remain some of their chief concerns. Is my cloud provider trustworthy and competent to ensure maximum security of all my sensitive information, like customer data? Are the cloud services my business employs properly encrypted? Are my resources stored in a way that will...

Beata Socha 12 April 2023
Google Cloud

Is it time for the AI to decide? Google AI tools

As artificial intelligence makes ever growing waves in internet search, many decision makers are faced with an important question. Is 2023 when I finally apply machine learning to my business? Am I missing out on an opportunity? How difficult and costly is AI to implement and to use? And most importantly: what real value can...

Beata Socha 26 March 2023
Google Cloud

Top 5 use cases for cloud AI in business

Even though the sudden expansion of artificial intelligence seems to be a game changer, companies have been employing machine learning technologies for years. And as AI capabilities are expanding, so is the range of their applications in business. Below you will find the five most common business applications of AI services available on Google cloud. What...

Beata Socha 20 March 2023
Google Cloud

Faster application development with Google App Engine

Head full of ideas and a day too short? Whether you’re programming as a hobbyist after hours, building your startup, or creating a proof of concept for your company, you should get to know App Engine. It’s a cloud service that will allow you to focus on creating code, thanks to automating most infrastructure operations....

Ida Ożarowska 21 December 2022
Google Cloud

An app’s security is a joint effort. About a shared responsibility model

Providing security of corporate data, systems and applications in the public cloud is a collaborative effort. It requires commitment, both on the service provider’s and the customer’s sides. Who is responsible for what in this duo? This is defined by the shared responsibility model. Corporate data in the cloud can be a tasty morsel for...

Ida Ożarowska 19 December 2022
Technologies

What is a data warehouse? Definition and key concepts

Do you know what data your company has? What digital footprints are left by website customers? What is in your CRM systems, company spreadsheets, or analytical tools linked to the website? I bet you or your colleagues monitor this data, conduct analysis and are guided by the numbers when making business decisions. But do you...

Ida Ożarowska 16 December 2022
Google Cloud

Discover Compute Engine – virtual machines in the Google Cloud

A VM is a digital computer that can be run on any hardware – laptop, server or in the cloud. VMs are also offered by cloud providers. This means that you can set up and run on-demand any instance that, on a physical level, is installed on the provider’s server. In Google Cloud, the virtual...

Ida Ożarowska 16 December 2022
Google Cloud

Docker Swarm – what is it, and when can you use it?

When developing an application, have you ever had to go through many bugs that only appeared after deployment to the server? And did you have to stop yourself from saying the magic phrase “weird, it works for me”? Or, when implementing a patch, did you have to shut down the service for a while, which...

Ida Ożarowska 13 December 2022
Google Cloud

What is Proof of Concept, and how does it relate to cloud adoption?

Suppose you’re launching a tech startup, creating a new tool, planning a sizable refactoring or thinking about migrating and making more robust use of managed cloud services; you probably know that none of these actions should be taken hastily.  The first step should be to validate the idea, i.e. to get an answer to the...

Ida Ożarowska 8 December 2022
Google Cloud

Cloud Run – rapid deployment of applications in the Google Cloud

The cloud takes most of the burden off IT teams. Its managed services take over the maintenance work, leaving more room for development and innovation. The services allow faster deployment and app modification, ensure high availability by instant scaling in response to current demand, and lead to cost optimisation through the pay-as-you-use billing method. Compute...

Ida Ożarowska 8 December 2022
Technologies

High availability – explanation and best practices

Potential failure and associated operational downtime are real nightmares for businesses. In some industries, service disruptions can be disastrous, not least for financial reasons. Can we ensure that systems are as reliable as possible? How do you eliminate the risk of failure and ensure reliability at the highest possible level? The solution may lie in...

Ida Ożarowska 5 December 2022
Google Cloud

Google Cloud Dataflow – a service for streaming and batch data processing

What is Dataflow? The service overview Dataflow is a serverless, latency-minimising, cost-flexible, secure stream data and batch data processing cloud solution. The idea behind the service is to eliminate the need for complex operations and maintenance by automating infrastructure provisioning and scaling. The service provides flexibility, thanks to horizontal and vertical scaling, which enables the...

Kamil Lasek 22 November 2022
Google Cloud

Google Cloud Speech-to-Text – what is it, and how to use it?

Speech-to-text transcription is a breakthrough technology that enhances everyday human-machine interaction. It allows computers to recognise speech and respond to spoken commands. This translates into the automation of many activities and the creation of new productivity tools or customer service support systems. Google Cloud Speech-to-Text service – what is it? Speech-to-Text is one of Google Cloud services....

Ida Ożarowska 18 November 2022
Google Cloud

What is machine learning, and why does it matter?

What is machine learning? Machine learning is about extracting knowledge from the data. ML is a subfield of artificial intelligence which empowers machines to learn from past data or experiences without being explicitly programmed. It enables automatic predictions or supporting decision-making processes by analysing tonnes of structured or semi-structured historical data. Machine learning use cases....

Ida Ożarowska 15 November 2022
Google Cloud

What to choose: on-premise, private, public, hybrid, or multi-cloud?

There are several solutions for storing IT resources in a company: in-house data centre, private cloud, public cloud… It is also possible to use more than one environment simultaneously, thus managing a hybrid cloud or a multi-cloud solution. The article outlines what each type of infrastructure brings about and its benefits and drawbacks. There is...

Ida Ożarowska 27 October 2022
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