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DevOps teams and professionals in search of a solution to manage cloud resources
About Google Cloud Deployment Manager
Create and manage cloud resources with simple templates. Google Cloud Deployment Manager allows you to specify all the resources needed for your application in a declarative format using yaml. You can also use Python or Jinja2 templates to parameterize the configuration and allow reuse of common deployment paradigms such as a load balanced, auto-scaled instance group. Treat your configuration as code and perform repeatable deployments. By creating configuration files which define the resources, the process of creating those resources can be repeated over and over with consistent results. Many tools use an imperative approach, requiring the user to define the steps to take to create and configure resources. A declarative approach allows the user to specify what the configuration should be and let the system figure out the steps to take. The user can focus on the set of resources which comprise the application or service instead of deploying each resource separately.
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Google Cloud Deployment Manager Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of users and organization types does Google Cloud Deployment Manager work with?
Google Cloud Deployment Manager works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does Google Cloud Deployment Manager support in their product?
Google Cloud Deployment Manager supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does Google Cloud Deployment Manager offer?
Google Cloud Deployment Manager offers support via online.
Q: What other applications or services does Google Cloud Deployment Manager integrate with?
Google Cloud Deployment Manager integrates with: DROPS.
Q: What type of training does Google Cloud Deployment Manager provide?
Google Cloud Deployment Manager provides training in the form of documentation.
Q: Does Google Cloud Deployment Manager offer a free trial?
Yes, Google Cloud Deployment Manager offers a free trial.
