What are the opinions on Google certifications within the IT community? Is pursuing Google’s certifications valuable despite less prominent presence compared to other companies like AWS and Microsoft?
## Background and Current Certifications
– I have already attained Sec+ and A+ certifications.
– Currently working towards Network+.
– Enrolled in Google’s Cybersecurity course.
– Interested in obtaining Google Cloud certifications in the future.
## Concerns About Industry Trends
– Many businesses use Windows, AWS/Azure for cloud services, and Microsoft 365 for SaaS products.
– Does Google’s smaller presence in IT make their certifications less valuable?
Let’s discuss the significance of Google certifications in the IT field and how they compare to industry giants like AWS and Microsoft. Share your experiences and insights with #GoogleCertifications #ITcommunity #CloudServices.
I almost never see job listings that want Google certs the way I do for others.Â
You’re correct that barely anyone uses Google Cloud compared to AWS or even Azure.Â
If you really want to focus on GPC and go deep with it, you can probably make it a niche that works for you. Go by what you see in your local job market.
They’re mostly useless. Nobody’s really looking for them. They do have some utility in a few niche cases, though; if you’re having trouble with a subject they’re a baby-steps intro. Some of them give you a discount on the relevant CompTIA cert when you finish them. And you can also use them as transfer credit into WGU or another degree program. Outside of that, I wouldn’t bother.
Google Cloud is the third-biggest cloud provider, but they’re kind of a distant third. AWS is the leader, but Azure’s gaining a ton of market share since it’s a no-brainer for big companies that are already absolutely Microsoft-dominated to integrate with Azure. (Fortunately, it’s not too terribly hard to work with any given cloud provider once you know how one of them works, a lot of the skills translate.)
I work for an MSP that supports primarily Workspace and GCP clients. I have my Google Workspace Professional Admin cert because of this job. Only this company and their direct competitors (which isn’t many) would require this type of certification.
If you want to focus on getting a great position, focus on training/certs that will get you that job. If you’re ok not having a position right away, grab your Google Certs for GCP and then start applying. I would suggest starting with the Google Associate Cloud Engineer first and then onto the Architect role.
If my current job requires one for a promotion then I’ll get whatever..otherwise nah
As an IT Manager, my stance on any cert is what does it teach you? Early on you want to find a niche and be practical, all the CompTIA and other certs that don’t have you labbing are to be avoided. Entry Cybersecurity certs should be avoided until established in the industry.
Get a CCNA, a RHCSA, or similar and start off in a NOC or help desk learning things.
Last thing you want to be is a paper tiger with lots of certs, yrt unable to troubleshoot even basic things.
Why do you want to focus on GCP? Look for positions in your area, how many are asking for GCP.
They are worthless