My First Impression of Google Cloud NEXT ’26 as a Beginner

ritika yadav — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:54:21 +0000

Introduction

"This is my first technical blog" - As a first-year Computer Science student, I’m still exploring the vast world of technology. When I came across the Google Cloud NEXT ’26 Writing Challenge, I initially felt unsure what can I possibly write as a beginner?

But instead of overthinking, I decided to explore, learn, and share my perspective.

What is Google Cloud NEXT ’26?

Google Cloud NEXT is an event where developers, students, and tech enthusiasts come together to learn about the latest innovations in cloud computing.

Even though I’m new to cloud technology, I found it exciting because it shows how modern applications are built and scaled.

What Caught My Attention

As a beginner, one thing stood out to me:

How cloud platforms simplify building applications

Earlier, I thought creating large-scale apps required powerful personal systems. But through this event, I realized:

You can run applications without owning powerful hardware
You can scale projects easily
You can deploy apps globally

This completely changed how I see development.

What I Learned as a Beginner

Here are my key takeaways:

Learning > Knowing everything
You don’t need to understand everything to start.
Cloud is the future
Most modern apps rely on cloud infrastructure.
Experimentation is important
Even reading docs or watching sessions counts as progress.

My Honest Thoughts

Since I’m just starting out, some concepts felt complex. But that’s okay.

Instead of feeling overwhelmed, I see this as motivation to:

Learn cloud fundamentals
Try small projects
Explore tools step by step

What I Plan to Do Next

After this event, I want to:

Learn basics of cloud computing
Try deploying a simple project
Continue participating in beginner-friendly challenges

DEV Community: ritika yadav

My First Impression of Google Cloud NEXT ’26 as a Beginner