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Secret Manager stores API keys, passwords, certificates, and other sensitive data. It provides convenience while improving security.

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Learn to use Secret Manager with Python to store, manage, and access secrets as binary blobs or text strings. With the appropriate permissions, you can view the contents of the secret.

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In this training course, you will learn about a variety of Google Cloud security controls and techniques. You'll explore the components of Google Cloud and deploy a secure solution on the platform. You'll also learn how to mitigate attacks at several points in a Google Cloud-based infrastructure, including distributed denial-of-service attacks, phishing attacks, and threats involving content classification and use.

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This interactive tutorial walks you through creating and accessing secrets using Cloud Code's Secret Manager integration.

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