Google Cloud Firestore

Google Cloud Firestore is a flexible, scalable NoSQL cloud database for mobile, web, and server development. It offers real-time data synchronization, offline support, and automatic multi-region replication. It is part of Google Cloud Platform and integrates seamlessly with other Firebase and Google Cloud services.

Also known as: Firestore, Cloud Firestore, GCP Firestore, Google Firestore, Firebase Firestore

Why learn Google Cloud Firestore?

Developers should use Firestore when building applications requiring real-time updates, such as chat apps, collaborative tools, or live dashboards, due to its built-in synchronization capabilities. It is also ideal for mobile and web apps needing offline data access and automatic scaling without server management, making it suitable for startups and enterprises handling variable workloads.

Learning Resources

• docs: Firestore Documentation
• video: Firestore in 100 Seconds (Fireship)
• course: Build a Firestore App (Google Cloud Skills Boost)
• tutorial: Firestore Tutorial for Beginners (freeCodeCamp)
• course: Firebase & Firestore: The Complete Guide (Udemy)