Welcome to the Capstone Project module! This final module is designed to consolidate and apply the knowledge you've gained throughout the course. The capstone project will give you hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and deploying a comprehensive solution using Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services.

The primary goals of the capstone project are:

1. Integration of GCP Services: Demonstrate your ability to integrate multiple GCP services to create a cohesive solution.
2. Problem-Solving: Apply problem-solving skills to design and implement a solution that addresses a real-world problem.
3. Best Practices: Utilize GCP best practices for security, cost management, and performance optimization.
4. Documentation and Presentation: Develop comprehensive documentation and present your solution effectively.

Your project should address a specific problem or need. Here are some example project ideas:

• E-commerce Platform: Build a scalable e-commerce platform using GCP services.
• Data Analytics Pipeline: Create a data pipeline that ingests, processes, and analyzes large datasets.
• Machine Learning Model Deployment: Develop and deploy a machine learning model using GCP's AI and ML services.
• Serverless Application: Design a serverless application using Cloud Functions and Cloud Run.

Your project must include the following core components:

• Compute: Use Compute Engine, App Engine, or Kubernetes Engine to handle the computational needs of your application.
• Storage: Implement Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, or BigQuery for data storage and management.
• Networking: Configure VPC networks, load balancing, and other networking services to ensure secure and efficient communication.
• Security: Apply IAM roles, Cloud Armor, and other security measures to protect your application and data.
• Monitoring and Logging: Use Stackdriver Monitoring and Logging to monitor the health and performance of your application.

• Scalability: Ensure your solution can scale to handle increased load and data volume.
• Cost Management: Implement cost management strategies to optimize resource usage and minimize expenses.
• Documentation: Provide detailed documentation of your solution, including architecture diagrams, configuration details, and usage instructions.
• Presentation: Prepare a final presentation that summarizes your project, highlights key features, and demonstrates its functionality.

To help you stay on track, the project is divided into the following milestones:

1. Project Proposal: Submit a proposal outlining your project idea, objectives, and the GCP services you plan to use.
2. Design Phase: Create a detailed design of your solution, including architecture diagrams and a plan for implementation.
3. Implementation Phase: Develop and deploy your solution using GCP services.
4. Testing Phase: Test your solution to ensure it meets the project requirements and performs as expected.
5. Final Presentation: Prepare and deliver a presentation of your project, including a live demonstration if applicable.

Your project will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Completeness: Does the project meet all the specified requirements?
• Functionality: Does the solution work as intended and solve the identified problem?
• Scalability and Performance: Is the solution scalable and performant under load?
• Security: Are appropriate security measures in place to protect the application and data?
• Cost Efficiency: Are cost management strategies effectively implemented?
• Documentation and Presentation: Is the documentation comprehensive and the presentation clear and engaging?

The capstone project is an opportunity to showcase your skills and knowledge in using Google Cloud Platform. By completing this project, you will gain valuable hands-on experience and demonstrate your ability to design, implement, and deploy a real-world solution using GCP services. Good luck, and we look forward to seeing your innovative solutions!