Training Cloud SQL - Deploying Scalable Managed SQL Databases

$5,775

  • 5 days
  • Onsite
  • 10 people max.
Ref: COW722
10 people max.
$5,775
In-company rate: from $10,395 for the whole team
On-site and certification exam on quote
5 days
Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Without Cloud SQL mastery, companies experience an average 25% additional downtime on their critical databases, costing up to 10 000 € per hour of interruption according to Gartner.

  • Manual migrations fail 40% of the time without managed tools, causing data losses and project delays of several months.

  • In 2026, 65% of DevOps positions require Cloud SQL, sidelining untrained profiles and hindering competitiveness.

  • Every quarter without cloud skills widens a 30% gap in operational efficiency against agile competitors.

Allan BUSI, Learni trainer · AI expert
Allan BUSI

Learni trainer · AI expert

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction
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Payment by wire transferEnhanced confidentialityPerfect for companies with 50 to 500 employeesScheduling to fit any time zone

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Companies: Aptar, ArcelorMittal, Equans, EDF, Ubisoft and Microsoft.

Cloud SQL training objectives

  • Master the fundamentals of Cloud SQL for professional databases
  • Develop skills in creating and configuring Cloud SQL instances
  • Implement security and secure connections in an enterprise environment
  • Design backup and scaling strategies for certified applications
  • Optimize Cloud SQL performance using monitoring and Google Cloud tools
  • Migrate existing databases to Cloud SQL in a professional context

Cloud SQL curriculum: 5 modules over 5 days

Module 1 : Cloud SQL Fundamentals: Installation and First Instance (Google Cloud Console, gcloud CLI)

Immersive discovery of Cloud SQL via the Google Cloud Console and gcloud CLI, creation of your first dedicated MySQL or PostgreSQL instance, exploration of region, machine type, and storage options, practical exercises to configure a realistic test database, initial connection using SQL clients like MySQL Workbench, production of an initial configuration report to validate professional skills.

Module 2 : Cloud SQL Configuration: Networks and High Availability (VPC, Private IP, Replicas)

Deep dive into Cloud SQL network configuration with VPC peering and Private IP for optimal enterprise security, setup of high availability using regional replicas and read replicas, hands-on workshops on concrete scalable web application cases, automated failover tests, generation of personalized architecture diagrams, immediate application of acquired skills to your projects.

Module 3 : Cloud SQL Security: IAM, SSL, and Audits (Cloud IAM, Certificates, Cloud Audit Logs)

Strengthen Cloud SQL security with fine-grained IAM management and mandatory SSL/TLS connections, audit configuration via Cloud Audit Logs for certified traceability, simulations of common attacks and practical countermeasures, exercises on user permissions and database roles, production of documented security policies, rapid skill development to protect sensitive production data.

Module 4 : Cloud SQL Backup and Monitoring: Automation and Alerts (Automated Backups, Cloud Monitoring)

Automate Cloud SQL backups with retention policies and point-in-time recovery for maximum resilience, integration of Cloud Monitoring and Logging for real-time metrics, customized alerts on CPU, storage, and slow queries, practical performance analysis on real datasets, proactive optimization via automated insights, deliverables including ready-to-use enterprise monitoring dashboards.

Module 5 : Cloud SQL Migration and Optimization: Database Migration Service and 2026 Best Practices

Master the Database Migration Service to seamlessly transfer on-premise databases to Cloud SQL, advanced 2026 optimization with query tuning and intelligent indexing, integration with App Engine and Compute Engine, capstone project for complete migration of an e-commerce database, code review and certified best practices, post-training action plan for immediate production deployment.

How Cloud SQL skills are assessed

  • Multiple-choice quiz to validate learning outcomes at the end of the training
  • Continuous assessment through practical exercises
  • Presentation of the capstone project to the trainer

How the Cloud SQL course is taught

  • Instructor-led sessions by an active expert trainer
  • Hands-on exercises based on real enterprise cases
  • Progressive capstone project throughout the training
  • Comprehensive course materials provided to each participant

Cloud SQL training: access and practical arrangements

The Training Cloud SQL - Deploying Scalable Managed SQL Databases program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Cloud SQL - Deploying Scalable Managed SQL Databases program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Cloud SQL - Deploying Scalable Managed SQL Databases program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your Cloud SQL training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

  • Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
  • Distributed through our partner charities
  • Included, at no extra cost to you
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FAQ

Cloud SQL: frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Cloud SQL training?+
Hands-on work runs on google Cloud Console, gcloud CLI, VPC, private IP, replicas and cloud IAM. Those tools come from the Cloud SQL program itself, delivered on site over 5 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after Cloud SQL training?+
They can master the fundamentals of Cloud SQL for professional databases, develop skills in creating and configuring Cloud SQL instances and implement security and secure connections in an enterprise environment. Those are the stated objectives of the Cloud SQL program at Beginner level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the Cloud SQL program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Cloud SQL Fundamentals: Installation and First Instance (Google Cloud Console, gcloud CLI). Day 2: Cloud SQL Configuration: Networks and High Availability (VPC, Private IP, Replicas). Day 3: Cloud SQL Security: IAM, SSL, and Audits (Cloud IAM, Certificates, Cloud Audit Logs). Day 4: Cloud SQL Backup and Monitoring: Automation and Alerts (Automated Backups, Cloud Monitoring). Day 5: Cloud SQL Migration and Optimization: Database Migration Service and 2026 Best Practices. The Cloud SQL program runs over 5 days, delivered on site.
How is Cloud SQL training assessed?+
Assessment relies on multiple-choice quiz to validate learning outcomes at the end of the training, continuous assessment through practical exercises and presentation of the capstone project to the trainer. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Cloud SQL program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Cloud SQL training cost per participant?+
Cloud SQL training costs $5,775 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $10,395 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does Cloud SQL training take?+
5 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Cloud SQL training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Cloud SQL training?+
Basic SQL knowledge and an elementary understanding of cloud computing.
Is a certificate issued after Cloud SQL training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for Cloud SQL training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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