Google Cloud Shell
Your admin machine in the cloud.
Overview
Cloud Shell is an interactive shell environment for Google Cloud that makes it easy to manage your projects and resources. It provides a command-line interface from any browser, pre-loaded with the gcloud command-line tool and other popular utilities. It also includes a built-in code editor.
✨ Key Features
- Web-based command-line access
- Pre-installed and authenticated gcloud SDK
- 5 GB of persistent home directory storage
- Built-in code editor
- Language support for Go, Python, Java, Node.js, and more
- Web preview functionality
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Completely free of charge
- Integrated code editor
- Persistent home directory
Unique Value: Provides an always-available, authenticated, and fully equipped command-line environment in the browser, eliminating the need for local tool installation and configuration.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Deploying a Kubernetes application using kubectl from the browser.
- Running gcloud commands to manage VM instances without installing the SDK locally.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Running long-term, resource-intensive compute tasks
- Storing large amounts of data
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike some alternatives, it is offered completely free of charge and includes a persistent storage directory and an integrated editor, enhancing developer productivity.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium Support tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Cloud Shell is free to use, with weekly usage quotas.
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