INFOCUS THIS WEEK: SKILLS BOOST ARCADE APRIL 2025

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This week, we’re spotlighting one of the most fun-packed experiences on the Skills Boost Arcade. Whether you’re just starting your cloud learning journey or looking to sharpen your skills, Skills Boost Arcade April 2025 offers a guided, hands-on path across four exciting levels. Each level is designed to help you build confidence, earn credentials, and earn Arcade Points!

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THE ARCADE BASECAMP – APRIL 2025

Welcome to Base Camp! This is where you’ll build practical Google Cloud skills with hands-on labs.

Level 1: Application Development & Security with GCP
Build more dynamic and secure applications with labs that walk you through creating Gmail Add-ons, Google Chat bots, and AI-powered document tools. Learn to protect your applications with Binary Authorization, identify threats using Security Command Center, and monitor app performance using managed services.

Level 2: Cloud Infrastructure & API Essentials
Explore core infrastructure concepts with labs focused on deploying virtual machines, configuring load balancers, and provisioning services via Cloud Marketplace. Dive into API Gateway for efficient API management and enhance data protection using Cloud Data Loss Prevention.

Level 3: The Arcade Quiz
Think you’ve mastered the skills? Put your knowledge to the test in the Arcade Quiz. Tackle a range of cloud concepts, validate your learning, and earn an exclusive Google Cloud Credential.

So, make the most of April! Get started with new games, earn badges, and add a splash of cloud skills to your journey!

See you in the Cloud!

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I prefer to compete in reverse order, so currently only Level 1 remains for me.

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Mam,
Want some swag reveal for motivation

Thanks

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Does checked in count towards facilitator program games even if you dont get 1 arcade point?

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https://www.cloudskillsboost.google/games/6092?utm_source=qwiklabs&utm_medium=lp&utm_campaign=arcade25-April-trivia

“Cloud Endpoints: Qwik Start” this lab will not work how to access this??

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When swag informed for all milestone ?

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Can anyone post the registration steps for Skill boost 2025

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Its not required for the skill badge , so we can get badge without it.

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And if it’s a T-shirt @Yugali, please change the color to white, as many of us live in warmer climates, and white helps dissipate heat a bit.

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Mam,
Want some swag reveal

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Hello MAM, my name is Akshay Kumar. I want to know when the arcade program ends? June 2 or June 30. Will I get an 11-point arcade game and trivia if it ends on June 30?

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The 2nd June 2025 is the last date of Google Cloud Arcade Facilitator program. A

The deadline for doing the labs and games for the arcade is 30th June. So you can complete by 30th June also.

And then you’ll be eligible to claim your swags, whenever the prize counter will open officially.

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Arcade Campaign will end in last week of June, 2025. June 02, 2025 is the last date of GCAF program.
Yes, you will have the chance to do June month Arcade Games.

For Prize counter mail, make sure you have subscribed to Arcade and also have at least 20 points.

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@Yugali Hello mam, my name is Akshay Kumar. I want to know when the arcade program ends? June 2 or June 30. Will I get an 11-point arcade game and trivia if it ends on June 30?

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Completed all the April Arcade Games on time @Yugali

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