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Master Google Cloud certifications
From Associate Cloud Engineer to the Professional specialties — 6 practice apps mapped to the official GCP exam blueprints.
Google Cloud certification path
Tier 1
associate
Operational. 6+ months of GCP experience expected.
Tier 2
professional
3+ years industry experience, 1+ year on GCP.
Pick your Google Cloud certification
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ACE
Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer
Questions follow the previous outline · update in progress
Cloud Certification Practice
iPhone iPad Mac Android
604 questions
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CDP
Google Cloud Professional Cloud Developer
Questions follow the previous outline · update in progress
Cloud Certification Practice
iPhone iPad Mac Android
363 questions
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CSE
Google Cloud Professional Cloud Security Engineer
Cloud Certification Practice
iPhone iPad Mac Android
801 questions
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DPE
Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer
Cloud Certification Practice
iPhone iPad Mac Android
598 questions
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MLE
Google Cloud Professional Machine Learning Engineer
Questions follow the previous outline · update in progress
Cloud Certification Practice
iPhone iPad Mac Android
480 questions
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PCA
Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
Questions follow the previous outline · update in progress
Cloud Certification Practice
iPhone iPad Mac Android
839 questions
Which Google Cloud cert first?
| If… | Take this first |
|---|---|
| New to Google Cloud? | Start with Associate Cloud Engineer (ACE). |
| Architect-level work? | Professional Cloud Architect (PCA). |
| Backend or microservices developer? | Professional Cloud Developer (CDP). |
| Data engineering / pipelines? | Professional Data Engineer (DPE). |
| Machine learning systems? | Professional ML Engineer (MLE). |
| Security ops? | Professional Cloud Security Engineer (CSE). |
Google Cloud questions
How long are Google Cloud certifications valid?
Associate Cloud Engineer is valid for three years; Professional certifications for two years. Google offers a shorter renewal exam for some certifications (including Associate Cloud Engineer, Professional Cloud Architect and Professional Data Engineer); for the others you retake the exam. Source: Google Cloud certification FAQ, checked October 2026.
Which Google Cloud cert should I take first?
For most learners, Associate Cloud Engineer (ACE). Architects with cloud experience can jump straight to Professional Cloud Architect.
Are these apps available now?
Yes. All six Google Cloud apps are on the App Store (iPhone, iPad and Mac) and Google Play (Android). Each cert page below links to both listings.
Are these apps affiliated with Google?
No. StudyKits is independent. Google Cloud and the certification names are trademarks of Google LLC.
Google Cloud study guides and comparisons
Study guides
- GCP Associate Cloud Engineer (ACE) Study Guide 2026: Exam Sections, Study Plan and Practice
- GCP Professional Data Engineer (PDE) Study Guide 2026
- GCP Professional Machine Learning Engineer (PMLE) Study Guide 2026
- How to Pass the GCP Professional Cloud Developer Exam in 2026
- How to Pass the GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer Exam in 2026
- How to Pass the GCP Professional Cloud Architect (PCA) Exam in 2026
Certification paths
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