How to get started with Google Cloud: Introducing our new learning hub and learning benefits for Innovators

November 15, 2024: The Cloud Innovators Plus program has evolved and is now the premium tier of the Google Developer Program.

In today's rapidly changing world of AI, digital transformation, and a myriad of migrations, it's more important than ever to stay up-to-date on the latest technologies and trends. Continuing to grow your technical knowledge and skills is important not only to stay relevant in an ever changing job market, but to future-proof your career, whether you’re just getting started with cloud computing, or a deeply experienced technical practitioner. 

For enterprises, cloud expertise retains top strategic importance. Enterprise leaders in the Global 2023 Enterprise Cloud Skills Survey repeatedly listed cloud-related and cloud-adjacent roles among the ones they believe are critical to their organizations today.  

Introducing the Google Cloud learning hub 

So to help you and your organization save time, develop, and grow these critical cloud skills, Google Cloud has created a new learning hub cloud.google.com/learn. This hub serves as a great starting point to discover the latest learning available, specific training for the most in-demand cloud job roles, and outlines opportunities to earn Google Cloud learning credentials through skill badges and certifications.

Take the first step in jumpstarting your learning journey

With so many resources listed on the learning hub, you may be asking yourself, which path do I choose? How can I choose just one? These are great questions and the Innovators program is here to help support your exploration. 

For a limited time, eligible* new members of theGoogle Cloud Innovators program will receive 500 learning credits for labs and learning on Google Cloud Skills Boost. These credits are valid for 6 months after redemption and will give you ample time to explore the various learning paths to find the right one for you.

In addition, as an Innovator, you will be invited to learn directly from experts on the latest developments in Google Cloud, receive the latest news about our products and services directly in your inbox, and have the opportunity to connect with other members of the global community to learn and grow together.

Don't miss out, Join Innovators today and receive your unique learning code to get started. It’s free to sign up and no credit card required! 

^{To be eligible for learning credits, you must be a first-time user of Skills Boost and a new member of the Innovators community}

Ready to invest in your cloud career even further? Try Innovators Plus 

If you are ready to get certified now and take charge in advancing your career, upgrading to the Google Cloud Innovators Plus subscription can accelerate your learning journey even faster.

Innovators Plus provides a comprehensive package of benefits to not only advance your learning but help you apply your skills to becoming a Google Cloud certified professional. 

Learn more on how many subscribers are using the benefits to prepare and get Google Cloud certified by taking advantage of over $1,500 in benefits for $299/year. 

Discover the many ways to advance your own career or upskill your entire team. Be sure to explore the new cloud.google.com/learn hub to find what's right for you.