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How do I get access to Google Cloud AI?

Sunday, 14 December 2025 by Marcel VAN MAASDAM

Accessing Google Cloud AI involves several procedural and conceptual steps, each grounded in the broader context of cloud-based machine learning and artificial intelligence services. Google Cloud Platform (GCP) offers a wide array of tools and services designed to facilitate the development, deployment, and management of AI and machine learning models. The process to gain access

  • Published in Artificial Intelligence, EITC/AI/GCML Google Cloud Machine Learning, Introduction, What is machine learning
Tagged under: API Access, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud AI Services, Cloud Computing, Data Security, Google Cloud Platform, IAM, Machine Learning, SDK, Vertex AI

What is the difference between using CREATE MODEL with LINEAR_REG in BigQuery ML versus training a custom model with TensorFlow in Vertex AI for time series prediction?

Monday, 10 November 2025 by JOSE ALFONSIN PENA

The distinction between using the `CREATE MODEL` statement with `LINEAR_REG` in BigQuery ML and training a custom model with TensorFlow in Vertex AI for time series prediction lies in multiple dimensions, including model complexity, configurability, scalability, operational workflow, integration into data pipelines, and typical use cases. Both approaches offer unique advantages and trade-offs, and the

  • Published in Artificial Intelligence, EITC/AI/GCML Google Cloud Machine Learning, Advancing in Machine Learning, GCP BigQuery and open datasets
Tagged under: Artificial Intelligence, BigQuery ML, Google Cloud Platform, TensorFlow, Time Series Forecasting, Vertex AI

What is the difference between Cloud Storage and Cloud Firestore?

Saturday, 16 August 2025 by Rui Gomes

The question highlights a common point of confusion encountered by learners and practitioners exploring Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services, specifically when distinguishing between different storage services such as Cloud Storage and Cloud Firestore. It is important to clarify the distinct purposes, architectures, and use cases of each service, as well as why documentations present them

  • Published in Cloud Computing, EITC/CL/GCP Google Cloud Platform, GCP basic concepts, Cloud Storage
Tagged under: Cloud Computing, Cloud Firestore, Cloud Storage, Data Architecture, Google Cloud Platform, NoSQL Database, Object Storage, Real-time Applications

In what scenarios would one choose batch predictions over real-time (online) predictions when serving a machine learning model on Google Cloud, and what are the trade-offs of each approach?

Saturday, 03 May 2025 by Mohammed Khaled

When deciding between batch predictions and real-time (online) predictions on Google Cloud for serving a machine learning model, it's important to consider the specific requirements of your application, as well as the trade-offs associated with each approach. Both methodologies have distinct advantages and limitations that can significantly impact performance, cost, and user experience. Batch Predictions

  • Published in Artificial Intelligence, EITC/AI/GCML Google Cloud Machine Learning, First steps in Machine Learning, Serverless predictions at scale
Tagged under: Artificial Intelligence, Batch Processing, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning, Real-Time Systems

How to create a version of the model?

Monday, 24 February 2025 by eryk97

Creating a version of a machine learning model in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is a critical step in deploying models for serverless predictions at scale. A version in this context refers to a specific instance of a model that can be used for predictions. This process is integral to managing and maintaining different iterations of

  • Published in Artificial Intelligence, EITC/AI/GCML Google Cloud Machine Learning, First steps in Machine Learning, Serverless predictions at scale
Tagged under: AI Platform, Artificial Intelligence, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning, Model Versioning, TensorFlow

How can one sign up to Google Cloud Platform for hands-on experience and to practice?

Monday, 06 January 2025 by Rieke Schäfer

To sign up for Google Cloud in the context of the Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning certification programme, specifically focusing on serverless predictions at scale, you will need to follow a series of steps that will enable you to access the platform and utilize its resources effectively. Google Cloud Platform (GCP) offers a wide range

  • Published in Artificial Intelligence, EITC/AI/GCML Google Cloud Machine Learning, First steps in Machine Learning, Serverless predictions at scale
Tagged under: AI Platform, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning, Serverless Computing

How much does 1000 face detections cost?

Wednesday, 11 December 2024 by Cralle

To determine the cost of detecting 1000 faces using the Google Vision API, it is essential to understand the pricing model provided by Google Cloud for its Vision API services. The Google Vision API offers a broad range of functionalities, including face detection, label detection, landmark detection, and more. Each of these functionalities is priced

  • Published in Artificial Intelligence, EITC/AI/GVAPI Google Vision API, Understanding images, Detecting faces
Tagged under: Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Cost Management, Google Cloud Platform, Image Processing, Machine Learning

How to calculate the IP address range for a subnet?

Tuesday, 08 October 2024 by Monica Tran

To accurately calculate the IP address range for a subnet within a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), one must possess a fundamental understanding of IP addressing, subnetting principles, and how these are applied within the context of GCP's networking infrastructure. This process involves determining the range of IP addresses that are

  • Published in Cloud Computing, EITC/CL/GCP Google Cloud Platform, Getting started with GCP, Cloud VPC
Tagged under: CIDR, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, IP Addressing, Network Administration, Subnetting

How to best summarize what is TensorFlow?

Thursday, 13 June 2024 by Filipa Rodrigues

TensorFlow is an open-source machine learning framework developed by the Google Brain team. It is designed to facilitate the development and deployment of machine learning models, particularly those involving deep learning. TensorFlow allows developers and researchers to create computational graphs, which are structures that describe how data flows through a series of operations, or nodes.

  • Published in Artificial Intelligence, EITC/AI/GCML Google Cloud Machine Learning, First steps in Machine Learning, Plain and simple estimators
Tagged under: Artificial Intelligence, Automatic Differentiation, Deep Learning, Distributed Computing, Estimator API, Google Cloud Platform, Keras, Machine Learning, TensorBoard, TensorFlow, Tf.data

What is the difference between Cloud AutoML and Cloud AI Platform?

Thursday, 30 May 2024 by Arcadio Martín

Cloud AutoML and Cloud AI Platform are two distinct services offered by Google Cloud Platform (GCP) that cater to different aspects of machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI). Both services aim to simplify and enhance the development, deployment, and management of ML models, but they target different user bases and use cases. Understanding the

  • Published in Cloud Computing, EITC/CL/GCP Google Cloud Platform, GCP overview, GCP Machine Learning overview
Tagged under: Artificial Intelligence, Cloud AI Platform, Cloud AutoML, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning
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