Advanced Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting in Google Cloud

ADVANCED
150 minutes
5 tasks

This lab focuses on the techniques needed to effectively monitor and troubleshoot Google Cloud networks using a range of tools and services. Candidates will set up a robust network infrastructure and implement various monitoring and troubleshooting skills. They will gain hands-on experience with Cloud Logging, Network Intelligence Center, and other GCP networking services.

Scenario

A global e-commerce company is expanding its cloud infrastructure. It requires a comprehensive monitoring solution to ensure uninterrupted service delivery. The team must implement detailed logging, setup dashboards for metrics, and troubleshoot any connectivity issues, improving overall network reliability and performance.

Learning Objectives

  • Enable Cloud Logging for network components
  • Leverage Network Intelligence Center for proactive monitoring
  • Build custom monitoring dashboards in Cloud Monitoring
  • Troubleshoot connectivity issues using VPC Flow Logs

tasks (5)

task 1: Enable Cloud Logging for all network components

45 min

task 2: Set up metrics and dashboards in Cloud Monitoring

60 min

task 3: Use Network Intelligence Center for proactive troubleshooting

50 min

task 4: Diagnose VPN connectivity issues using VPC Flow Logs

35 min

task 5: Implement safe traffic shifts using load balancing

40 min

Prerequisites

  • Understanding of VPC networks and subnet configurations
  • Basic knowledge of Google Cloud Load Balancing

Skills Tested

Enable detailed logging with Cloud LoggingBuild and configure customized dashboards and alerts in Cloud MonitoringPerform network troubleshooting using Network Intelligence Center

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