Audit Log Retention
This lesson looks at how to use and manage cloud logging on the GCP platform and includes demos from GCP that you can follow along with.
We'll cover writing and listing log entries using gcloud, how you can use the API Explorer to list log entries, and how you can view logs and query log entries using Logs Explorer. We'll then move on to cloud audit logs including an overview of the different types of logs, as well as looking at audit log retention, and how you can view audit logs and export audit logs.
Learning Objectives
- Write and list log entries with gcloud
- List log entries using API explorer
- View logs in the Logs Explorer
- Learn how to view, export, and retain audit logs
Intended Audience
This lesson is intended for anyone who wants to learn how to use and manage cloud logging on the GCP platform.
Prerequisites
To get the most out of this lesson, you should already have a basic understanding of GCP and know your way around the platform.
Tom is a 25+ year veteran of the IT industry, having worked in environments as large as 40k seats and as small as 50 seats. Throughout the course of a long an interesting career, he has built an in-depth skillset that spans numerous IT disciplines. Tom has designed and architected small, large, and global IT solutions.
In addition to the Cloud Platform and Infrastructure MCSE certification, Tom also carries several other Microsoft certifications. His ability to see things from a strategic perspective allows Tom to architect solutions that closely align with business needs.
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