A new google cloud account
Congratulations on creating a new Google Cloud account! Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get started:
Step 1: Verify Your Account
- Go to the Google Cloud Console (https://console.cloud.google.com/) and sign in with your Google account.
- If you don't have a Google account, create one by following the sign-up process.
- Verify your account by following the instructions sent to your email address.
Step 2: Set Up Your Project
- Click on the "Select a project" dropdown menu and click on "New Project".
- Enter a project name, select an organization (if you have one), and click on "Create".
- You'll be taken to the project dashboard.
Step 3: Enable the APIs and Services
- In the sidebar, click on "APIs & Services" and then click on "Dashboard".
- Click on the "Enable APIs and Services" button.
- Search for the APIs and services you want to use (e.g., Google Cloud Storage, Google Cloud SQL, etc.).
- Click on the "Enable" button for each API or service you want to use.
Step 4: Set Up Your Billing
- In the sidebar, click on "Billing" and then click on "Create a new billing account".
- Enter your billing information and click on "Create".
- You'll be charged for the services you use, so make sure to monitor your usage and adjust your billing settings accordingly.
Step 5: Explore the Google Cloud Console
- Familiarize yourself with the Google Cloud Console interface.
- Explore the different sections, such as "Compute", "Storage", "Networking", etc.
- Check out the documentation and tutorials to learn more about each service.
Additional Tips
- Make sure to set up a strong password and enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for your account.
- Use a unique and secure password for your project credentials.
- Monitor your project's usage and costs regularly.
- Take advantage of the free tier and trial offers for each service to get started.
That's it! You're now ready to start using Google Cloud.