Course Overview
Dive deep into the technical underpinnings of FinOps and gain the expertise to optimize your cloud spending and drive business value. This comprehensive course is designed for cloud architects, engineers, and technical professionals seeking to master the tools, technologies, and strategies that empower effective cloud financial management.
Who should attend
- Cloud Architects
- DevOps Engineers
- Cloud Cost Analysts
Prerequisites
Knowledge of Google cloud infrastructure as discussed in Google Cloud Fundamentals: Core Infrastructure (GCF-CI).
Course Objectives
- Understand the core principles of FinOps and how it bridges the gap between the technology and finance in the cloud.
- Explore proven techniques to identify cost inefficiencies, optimize resource utilization, and achieve significant savings.
- Utilize advanced monitoring tools and data-driven insights to track spending patterns, forecast costs, and make informed decisions.
- Implement effective cost allocation models to accurately attribute cloud expenses to specific teams or projects.
- Leverage IaC to automate cost management processes, enforce spending policies, and ensure consistent financial governance.
- Use industry-leading FinOps platforms and tools to gain comprehensive visibility into your cloud spending and optimize resource usage.
- Apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios through hands-on exercises and case studies.
- Foster a culture of cost awareness and accountability within your organization.