- ![](https://developers.google.com/static/program/images/gear_member_badge.svg) Checking your GEAR status... - ![](https://developers.google.com/static/program/images/gear_intro_badge.svg) Readying the engine... - ![](https://developers.google.com/static/program/images/gear_deploying_badge.svg) Assembling your toolkit... - ![](https://developers.google.com/static/program/images/gear_building_badge.svg) Lining up your AI agents... - ![](https://developers.google.com/static/program/images/gear_scaling_badge.svg) Preparing your dashboard... GEAR Gemini Agent Ready [Builders Hub](https://developers.google.com/program) # Welcome to GEAR Select a goal below and explore relevant resources to help you build and ship agents. ![A gridded globe with developer-related graphics scattered around it, wrapped in a banner that states: Welcome to GEAR. Prototype arrow shipping.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/intro_carousel_1_l.svg) ## Choose your goal. Change your resources. Learn about agents Build agents Scale agents \*\* --- Highlight --- \*\* \*\* --- Highlight --- \*\* \*\* --- Highlight --- \*\* \*\* --- Highlight --- \*\* \*\* --- Highlight --- \*\* \*\* --- Highlight --- \*\* [![Thumbnail of video with "Intro to Agents" text and a still of two people holding a toy bicycle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/intro_to_agents_thumb.png)](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-learn-video-introtoagents) ### Intro to Agents Discover how the landscape of AI agents has evolved, from core components like thinking models and the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to architectural patterns like sub-agents and orchestrators. [![](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/youtube_for_cta.svg) Watch now](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-learn-video-introtoagents) { -- Hands-on agentic skilling -- } { -- Hands-on agentic skilling -- } { -- Hands-on agentic skilling -- } { -- Hands-on agentic skilling -- } ## Learn on Google Skills Access courses and hands-on labs with 35 learning credits every month in Google Skills.\* ![A blue a green shape of two semi-circles stacked side-by-side with developer-related symbols against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_intro.svg) ![Completed](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_checked.svg) ### Introduction to Agents and Google's Agent Ecosystem In the beginner-level path, you'll build a solid foundation in AI agent architecture and learn how to drive real-world business impact. [Go to path](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-learn-lp-introtoagents) ![A white bubble-style X against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_course.svg) ### AI Boost Bites: Intro to Gemini Learn Gemini fundamentals, including how to use the admin console, connect external databases, and deploy custom, no-code AI agents. [Go to course](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-learn-lp-course-boostbitegemini) \*Google Cloud customers and partners can access GEAR content at no-cost via [Google Skills for Organizations](https://www.skills.google/learningcenter) and [Google Skills for Partners](https://partner.skills.google/catalog?keywords=GEAR). ## Get started with these resources [![Thumbnail of video with "Gemini Cloud" and "Skills vs MCP" text and two men working together on a laptop.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skills_vs_mcp_thumb.png)](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-video-skillsmcp) {Step-by-step} ### Create no code agents [](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-codelab-nocode) {Step-by-step} ### Integrate Agents with Google Workspace [](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-codelab-agents-workspace) { -- Hands-on agentic skilling -- } { -- Hands-on agentic skilling -- } { -- Hands-on agentic skilling -- } { -- Hands-on agentic skilling -- } ## Learn on Google Skills Access courses and hands-on labs with 35 learning credits every month in Google Skills.\* ![A pink square with scalloped edges encasing a gridded globe against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_high_perform.svg) ![New](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_new.svg) ### Build High-Performance Multi-Agent Systems This path teaches you to coordinate agents in Agent Development Kit (ADK), connect to external tools with MCP, and automate workflows using the Agent-to-Agent (A2A) protocol. [Go to path](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-build-lp-highperformance-multi-agent) ![A pink hexagon with scalloped edges encasing developer-related symbols against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_enterprise.svg) ![New](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_new.svg) ### Govern and Secure Enterprise Agents Learn to implement guardrails around agent access and behavior using callbacks, configure secure infrastructure perimeters, and monitor operational trust to maintain safety, reliability, and compliance at scale. [Go to path](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-lp-govern-secure) ![A purple triangle encasing developer-related symbols against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_adk.svg) ### Develop Agents with Agent Development Kit (ADK) In this technical path, learn how to use the open-source ADK framework to build production-ready AI agents. You'll also learn how to set up your environment and configure agent logic. [Go to path](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-lp-develop-adk) ![A pink diamond with scalloped edges encasing developer-related symbols against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_deploy.svg) ![Completed](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_checked.svg) ### Deploy Production-Ready Agents Transition your agents from localhost to production environments by architecting hierarchical trees and managing multi-turn conversation continuity through session state and workflow handoffs. [Go to path](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-lp-deploy-productionready) \*Google Cloud customers and partners can access GEAR content at no-cost via [Google Skills for Organizations](https://www.skills.google/learningcenter) and [Google Skills for Partners](https://partner.skills.google/catalog?keywords=GEAR). // --- codelabs \* code samples \* tutorials --- // --- codelabs \* code samples \* tutorials --- // --- codelabs \* code samples \* tutorials --- // ## Step-by-step guides Apply your knowledge in a real Google Cloud environment using these hands-on codelabs. {Codelab} ### Getting Started with MCP, ADK and A2A Build and deploy a currency agent using ADK, connect it to a Model Context Protocol (MCP) tool on Cloud Run, and expose it as an Agent2Agent (A2A) server for seamless communication. [](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-codelab-mcp-a2a) {Codelab} ### Building a Multi-Agent System Learn to architect self-correcting multi-agent systems, coordinate specialized agent roles using the ADK, and securely connect distributed agents on Cloud Run using the Agent-to-Agent (A2A) protocol. [](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-codelab-multiagentsystem) {Codelab} ### Building ADK Agents with Skills and Tools Learn how to build a sophisticated marathon planner agent ADK to dynamically load custom skills and integrate Google Maps location data via MCP. [](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-codelab-agentskillstools) {Codelab} ### Google Cloud Developer plugin for AI Coding Agents Learn how to use Google Cloud plugins for AI coding agents, which package relevant Google Cloud skills and MCP servers into installable bundles for more effective AI agents. [](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-codelab-gcdevplugins) ## Certification programs Advance your career with industry-recognized Google Cloud certifications. ### Get Certified Join a cohort and prepare for your Google Cloud certification exam with instructor-led training, hands-on labs, and technical mentorship. For Google Cloud customers with active Google Workspace corporate accounts [Learn more](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-certificationprograms-getcertified) ![Stacked cards that read "GEAR Get Certified" with the Get Certified badge.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/get_certified.svg) ### Certified Partner Specialist Build your skills with Partner Specialist Certification, built by Google experts to help you deploy, scale, and optimize Gemini for your customers. For Google Cloud partners [Learn more](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-certificationprograms-partnerspecialist) ![A pink cube with the Certified Partner Specialist badge on the front.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/partner_specialist.svg) ## Developer deep dives [![Thumbnail of video with "Build a multi-agent system using ADK & MCP" and "Join GEAR: Gemini Agent Ready" text and a woman with dark hair smiling.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/deep_dive_adk_mcp_thumb.png)](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-video-gde-multiagentsystem) {Article} ### Building a real-time AI-powered gaming coach with Google Gemini's multimodal capabilities [](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-article-racingagent) [![Thumbnail of video with "Building a vision agent" and "Join GEAR: Gemini Agent Ready" text and a man with a beard smiling.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/deep_dive_vision_thumb.png)](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-video-gde-vision-agent) \*\* --- Highlight --- \*\* \*\* --- Highlight --- \*\* \*\* --- Highlight --- \*\* \*\* --- Highlight --- \*\* \*\* --- Highlight --- \*\* \*\* --- Highlight --- \*\* [![Thumbnail of video with "ADK + A2A Cloud Run = AI team" text and a man with dark hair and glasses holding his face with his hands.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/a2a_cloud_run_thumb.png)](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-learn-scale-video-agentsspeaktoeachother) ### Building AI agents that speak to each other Learn all about Agent-to-Agent (A2A) protocol---a universal standard that lets agents communicate. Dive into critical architecture patterns, treating your Orchestrator as a "Project Manager" and ensuring your worker agents remain stateless, scalable, and crash-resistant. [![](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/youtube_for_cta.svg) Watch now](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-learn-scale-video-agentsspeaktoeachother) [![Thumbnail of video with "Build AI Agents" text and a man with light hair and glasses smiling.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/build_ai_agents_thumb.png)](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-scale-video-agenticaibusiness) ### How to use agentic AI for business Go from AI basics to advanced proficiency in under 50 minutes. Start building AI agents grounded in your organization's context. [![](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/youtube_for_cta.svg) Watch now](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-scale-video-agenticaibusiness) { -- Hands-on agentic skilling -- } { -- Hands-on agentic skilling -- } { -- Hands-on agentic skilling -- } { -- Hands-on agentic skilling -- } ## Learn on Google Skills Access courses and hands-on labs with 35 learning credits every month in Google Skills.\* ![A pink diamond with scalloped edges encasing developer-related symbols against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_scale.svg) ![Completed](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_checked.svg) ### Scale Agents Across the Enterprise In this path, learn how to build and coordinate AI agents to solve day-to-day business challenges in various industries including marketing, retail, and manufacturing. [Go to path](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-lp-scaleagents) ![A white bubble-style X against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_strategy.svg) ### Agentic Strategy: Discover, Design, and Prototype Learn Google Agentic AI Transformation Framework to quantify business value, prioritize AI projects, map critical user journeys, and build prototypes. [Go to course](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-lp-agenticstrategy) \*Google Cloud customers and partners can access GEAR content at no-cost via [Google Skills for Organizations](https://www.skills.google/learningcenter) and [Google Skills for Partners](https://partner.skills.google/catalog?keywords=GEAR). // --- codelabs \* code samples \* tutorials --- // --- codelabs \* code samples \* tutorials --- // --- codelabs \* code samples \* tutorials --- // ## Step-by-step guides Apply your knowledge in a real Google Cloud environment using these hands-on codelabs. {Codelab} ### Evaluating Agents with ADK You built an agent, but how do you ensure that it runs as expected? Learn how to create an automated evaluation framework to bridge the gap between a proof-of-concept and a production-ready AI agent. [](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-codelab-adkeval) {Codelab} ### Deploy an ADK agent to Agent Runtime using Agents CLI Package, verify, and host your graph-based workflow. Transition an ADK 2.0 agent from a local development environment into a production-grade deployment using Agents-CLI. [](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-codelab-runtime) {Codelab} ### Integrate Agents with Google Workspace Build solutions with AI agents that are tightly integrated with Google Workspace. Use these architectural patterns to interact with data, actions, and UIs. [](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-codelab-workspace-agents) {Codelab} ### Design Agentic Workflows with ADK Build next-generation agentic systems using workflows and graphs in the Agent Development Kit. Integrate enterprise knowledge bases and memory to evolve agent behavior. [](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-codelab-agenticworkflows-adk) ## Certification programs Advance your career with industry-recognized Google Cloud certifications. ### Get Certified Join a cohort and prepare for your Google Cloud certification exam with instructor-led training, hands-on labs, and technical mentorship. For Google Cloud customers with active Google Workspace corporate accounts [Learn more](https://developers.google.com/program/gear/getcertified.md.txt) ![Stacked cards that read "GEAR Get Certified" with the Get Certified badge.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/get_certified.svg) ### Certified Partner Specialist Build your skills with Partner Specialist Certification, built by Google experts to help you deploy, scale, and optimize Gemini for your customers. For Google Cloud partners [Learn more](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-certificationprograms-partnerspecialist) ![A pink cube with the Certified Partner Specialist badge on the front.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/partner_specialist.svg) ## Agents in real life {Article} ### How RapidOS serves real-time public safety AI with Gemini Live API and ADK [](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-article-rapidos) {Article} ### How Carrefour built an internal data assistant agent in a weekend [](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-article-carrefour) [![Thumbnail of video with "AI Agent Clinic" and "Agent Evals in 4 steps" text and a man and woman smiling.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/google_uses_ai_thumb.png)](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-video-agentevals) ![The Discord logo with a GEAR tag](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/img_discord.svg) ### Chat in the community Connect with fellow developers on Discord. [Go to Discord](https://discord.gg/google-dev-community) ## FAQs What is GEAR and what is included? Gemini Agent Ready (GEAR) is Google's AI agent skilling program designed to help builders learn to build and deploy enterprise-grade AI agents. The program curates Google Skills hands-on labs, resources, and recommendations to help you achieve your goals. As a GEAR member, you receive 35 monthly learning credits to use on Google Skills content.\* \*Google Cloud customers and partners can access GEAR content at no-cost via [Google Skills for Organizations](https://www.skills.google/learningcenter) and [Google Skills for Partners](https://partner.skills.google/catalog?keywords=GEAR). How do I access the courses and labs once I join GEAR? Through GEAR, you can access courses and learning paths on the Google Skills. 35 monthly learning credits are applied to your Google Skills account automatically, allowing you to launch any course or challenge lab in the catalog at no cost, directly from the GEAR landing page. To ensure your credits load successfully, use the same email address in Google Skills that you used to sign up for GEAR. You can also access other resources through GEAR, like step-by-step codelabs, which don't require learning credits. How do the 35 monthly learning credits work? When you join GEAR, you receive a monthly stipend of 35 credits to use toward hands-on training on the Google Skills platform.\* To access and use these credits, you must be signed in with the same email address you used when signing up for GEAR. \*Google Cloud customers and partners can access GEAR content at no-cost via [Google Skills for Organizations](https://www.skills.google/learningcenter) and [Google Skills for Partners](https://partner.skills.google/catalog?keywords=GEAR). How does GEAR relate to the "Get Certified" program? Anyone can join GEAR and start learning immediately. Get Certified is a specific, application-based cohort within GEAR reserved for employees of Google Cloud customers. You must be a registered GEAR member first before you can apply for a Get Certified cohort. I completed a GEAR skill badge on Google Skills, but it isn't showing up on my GDP profile. What should I do? If your completed skill badge is missing, complete these quick checks: **Verify your account email:** Ensure you completed the lab using the same account linked to your Google Developer Program profile. Profiles cannot be merged or transferred, so earning a badge under a corporate email will not sync with a profile registered under a personal Gmail. **Check enterprise permissions:** If you are using a corporate Google Workspace account, your organization's administrator may need to explicitly enable access to the Google Developers service. **Escalate the issue:** If your accounts match, scroll to the bottom of your Developer Profile page and click "Send Feedback" or email support directly at [gdp-support@google.com](mailto:gdp-support@google.com). How do I join the GEAR Discord? If you do not have a Discord account, you'll need to create one first at [Discord.com](https://discord.com). Once your account is created, join the Google Developer Community using and click 'Accept Invite'. Once you're in, you should see the [#gear](https://discord.com/channels/1009525727504384150/1470523688049709248) channel in the list of channels on the left. Here you'll be able to join in the conversation. How do I control what e-mails I receive? You control the e-mails you receive from the Google Developer Program by visiting the Settings section of your Developer Profile and updating your email preferences. Who do I reach out to if I have questions about GEAR? You can send the team an e-mail at: [gdp-support@google.com](mailto:gdp-support@google.com). GEAR Gemini Agent Ready [Builders Hub](https://developers.google.com/program) { --- Welcome to GEAR --- } { --- Welcome to GEAR --- } { --- Welcome to GEAR --- } { --- Welcome to GEAR --- } { --- Welcome to GEAR --- } # Move agents from prototype to production Discover resources to help you build and deploy custom AI agents. Get hands-on labs, guided paths, and practical guides to help you launch your ideas. ![Shapes with a gridded pattern wrapped in a banner that says: Learn about agents, Build agents, Scale agents.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/so_intro_l.png) ## GEAR's agent-specific resources Learning paths, courses, and step-by-step demos for every skill level. / --- Use your 35 monthly learning credits --- / / --- Use your 35 monthly learning credits --- / / --- Use your 35 monthly learning credits --- / ![A laptop with a grid and learning path badges flowing out of the screen.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/so_learningpath_l.svg) ### GEAR learning paths Explore learning paths that guide you through the agent development lifecycle with hands-on labs in real cloud environments. GEAR members get no-cost access to learning credits in Google Skills.\* \*Google Cloud customers and partners can access GEAR content at no-cost via [Google Skills for Organizations](https://www.skills.google/learningcenter) and [Google Skills for Partners](https://partner.skills.google/catalog?keywords=GEAR). ![A blue and green shape of two semi-circles stacked side-by-side with developer-related symbols against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_intro.svg) ### Introduction to Agents and Google's Agent Ecosystem Build a solid foundation in AI agent architecture and learn how to drive real-world business impact. ![A pink square with scalloped edges encasing a gridded globe against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_adk.svg) ### Develop Agents with Agent Development Kit (ADK) Learn how to use the open-source ADK framework to build complex, production-ready AI agents. ![A pink diamond with scalloped edges encasing developer-related symbols against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_deploy.svg) ### Deploy Production-Ready Agents Transition your agents from localhost to production environments. ![A purple cross shape with scalloped edges encasing a spoked wheel against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_scale.svg) ### Scale Agents Across the Enterprise Build and coordinate AI agents to solve day-to-day business challenges. ![A pink hexagon with scalloped edges encasing developer-related symbols against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_high_perform.svg) ### Build High-Performance Multi-Agent Systems Coordinate agents in Agent Development Kit (ADK), connect to external tools with MCP, and automate workflows using the Agent-to-Agent (A2A) protocol. ![A purple triangle encasing developer-related symbols against a black circle.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/skill_enterprise.svg) ### Govern and Secure Enterprise Agents Implement guardrails around agent access and behavior using callbacks, configure secure infrastructure perimeters, and monitor operational trust. ### Step-by-step guides Complete codelabs that provide step-by-step guidance on how to build production-ready agents. ![Stacked cards with the Google Cloud icon and coding directions.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/so_codelab_l.png) ## Certification programs Advance your career with industry-recognized Google Cloud certifications. Google Cloud customers\* ### Get Certified Join a cohort and prepare for your Google Cloud certification exam with instructor-led training, hands-on labs, and technical mentorship. [Learn more](https://developers.google.com/program/gear/getcertified.md.txt) \*with active Google Workspace corporate account ![Stacked cards that read "GEAR Get Certified" with the Get Certified badge.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/so_get_certified_l.svg) Google Cloud partners ### Certified Partner Specialist Build your skills with Partner Specialist Certification, built by Google experts to help you deploy, scale, and optimize Gemini for your customers. [Learn more](https://g.dev/cloud/gear-webpage-certificationprograms-partnerspecialist) ![A pink cube with the Certified Partner Specialist badge on the front.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/so_partner_specialist_l.svg) ## What you get with GEAR Hands-on resources, including Google Skills courses, tools, and frameworks that align with learning pathways. ### Curated learning resources Development frameworks, documentation, and templates to accelerate your agent development. ![Developer-related tags and symbols jumbled on the bottom of the card, like a stack of toys.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/so_what_you_get_1.svg) ### Agent inspiration Use cases and code samples from Google experts and developers, so you can learn from them. ![The Gemini and YouTube logo, a quotation mark, and a cursor arrow against a gridded road disappearing in the horizon.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/so_what_you_get_2.svg) ### Monthly newsletter Get the latest agent news and resources, directly in your inbox. ![A green, gridded globe with a blue envelope, ellipsis in a yellow shape, a white sparkle and brackets in a purple shape over top.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/so_what_you_get_3.svg) ### Exclusive events Invitations to hands-on opportunities like coding jams and hackathons. ![A purple calendar flipboard with code brackets flanked by green and blue chat bubbles.](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/so_what_you_get_4.svg) { --- Become a member --- } { --- Become a member --- } { --- Become a member --- } { --- Become a member --- } { --- Become a member --- } ## Build agent architectures Explore the goals and use the curated resources to learn and upskill. [![](https://developers.google.com/static/program/gear/images/youtube_for_cta.svg) Watch the video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JF0YhNR8gpo) [Stop prototyping.](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JF0YhNR8gpo) { --- Become a member --- } { --- Become a member --- } { --- Become a member --- } { --- Become a member --- } { --- Become a member --- } ## FAQs What is GEAR and what is included? Gemini Agent Ready (GEAR) is Google's AI agent skilling program designed to help builders learn to build and deploy enterprise-grade AI agents. The program curates Google Skills hands-on labs, resources, and recommendations to help you achieve your goals. As a GEAR member, you receive 35 monthly learning credits to use on Google Skills content.\* \*Google Cloud customers and partners can access GEAR content at no-cost via [Google Skills for Organizations](https://www.skills.google/learningcenter) and [Google Skills for Partners](https://partner.skills.google/catalog?keywords=GEAR). How do I access the courses and labs once I join GEAR? Through GEAR, you can access courses and learning paths on the Google Skills. 35 monthly learning credits are applied to your Google Skills account automatically, allowing you to launch any course or challenge lab in the catalog at no cost, directly from the GEAR landing page. To ensure your credits load successfully, use the same email address in Google Skills that you used to sign up for GEAR. You can also access other resources through GEAR, like step-by-step codelabs, which don't require learning credits. How do the 35 monthly learning credits work? When you join GEAR, you receive a monthly stipend of 35 credits to use toward hands-on training on the Google Skills platform.\* To access and use these credits, you must be signed in with the same email address you used when signing up for GEAR. \*Google Cloud customers and partners can access GEAR content at no-cost via [Google Skills for Organizations](https://www.skills.google/learningcenter) and [Google Skills for Partners](https://partner.skills.google/catalog?keywords=GEAR). How does GEAR relate to the "Get Certified" program? Anyone can join GEAR and start learning immediately. Get Certified is a specific, application-based cohort within GEAR reserved for employees of Google Cloud customers. You must be a registered GEAR member first before you can apply for a Get Certified cohort. How do I control what e-mails I receive? You control the e-mails you receive from the Google Developer Program by visiting the Settings section of your Developer Profile and updating your email preferences. Who do I reach out to if I have questions about GEAR? You can send the team an e-mail at: [gdp-support@google.com](mailto:gdp-support@google.com).