Hosted by Google Developer Group at FIU (GDG at FIU)
🌟 OPEN TO ANY MAJOR — NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED — AT NO COST 🌟

We’re launching in-person Study Jams where students and tech community can Build with AI, complete Google Cloud Career Paths, and earn certificates, skill badges, and certifications — all with guided support from the GDG team.

What You’ll Do

• Work through Google Cloud Skills Boost labs

• Explore AI, Data, Cloud, DevOps, Security, and more

• Get hands-on help from GDG mentors during the session

• Make real progress toward career-ready credentials

No prior experience required — just show up and put in the work.

🗓 Weekly Agenda

• Week 01 Feb 01 - Feb 07 : Monday, Wednesday, & Saturday | Work through Google Cloud Skills Boost labs

• Week 02 Feb 09 - Feb 14 : Monday, Wednesday, & Saturday | Work through Google Cloud Skills Boost labs

• Week 03 Feb 01 - Feb 07 : Monday, Wednesday, & Saturday | Work through Google Cloud Skills Boost labs

• Week 04 Feb 16 - Feb 21 : Monday, Wednesday, & Saturday | Work through Google Cloud Skills Boost labs

• Week 04 Feb 23 - Feb 27 : Monday, Wednesday | Work through Google Cloud Skills Boost labs

• Week 04 Feb 23 - Feb 27 :  Saturday | Workshop - Getting Started with OLLAMA

• Week 05 Mar 02 - Mar 07 :  Monday, Wednesday, & Saturday | Capture the flag Prep

• Week 06 - Week 11 - Stay tuned for more workshops

📍 In-Person Sessions (FIU Campus)

Location:
FIU Everglades Hall
1st Floor – MPR

Use the MyFIU app maps or check our Instagram for step-by-step directions.

🗓 Weekly Schedule

• Monday: 6:00 – 7:00 PM EST

• Wednesday: 6:00 – 7:00 PM EST

• Saturday: 2:00 – 5:00 PM EST

You can attend any session — no limit. Consistency = faster progress.

🎟 Check-In & Access

• In-person check-in required

• Attendees receive access to labs and learning paths during the session

• Progress is reviewed live with mentors available for questions

🚀 What You Can Learn on Google Cloud Skills Boost

Focus Areas

• 🤖 AI / Machine Learning

• 📊 Data & Analytics

• 🛠 Developer Tools

• ☁️ Cloud Infrastructure

• 🔐 Security

• ⚡ Productivity

Featured Learning Paths & Certificates

• Gemini Code Assist for Everyone

• Google Cloud AI Infrastructure

• Google Cloud Computing Foundations Certificate

• Beginner: Google Cloud Data Analytics Certificate

• Cloud Engineer Path

• Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer (Certification Prep)

🌱 Why This Matters

Learning paths are structured collections of labs and courses designed to:

• Build real, job-ready skills

• Prepare you for certifications

• Earn shareable digital credentials

When you complete a path, you can share your achievements on:

• LinkedIn

• Credly

• Your resume and portfolio

🎯 Choose the Right Credential for You

Not ready for a certification yet? Start with:

• Skill Badges

• Certificates

• Beginner Career Paths

Already experienced? Use Study Jams to prepare for professional certifications with mentor support.