Google App Scripts

Current Projects

Have you ever used Macros or Scripts in Microsoft Excel? I recently learned there is similar functionality in Google Apps, using Google App Scripts.

I recently had someone tell me she wanted to populate a Google Doc template with the submission from a Google Form, using an Add-on. However, she was restricted from installing Add-ons to her Google account based on HIPAA requirements. As I researched a workaround, I stumbled on Google App Scripts and dove in to find a solution for her specific problem. As I learned, I saw the potential for so many applications and projects for someone who uses Google tools heavily and wants automated solutions.

Overview of Google App Scripts on Google’s developer site, including learning tools and library documentation

It’s a work in progress, but check out my App Script projects.

In the Cloud

Learning Path, Project Ideas

I’m fascinated by the idea of Virtual Machines in the cloud.

Amazon Web Services has a free training course for their entry level cert, so that’s on my list for sure! I’ve gone through the first module already and have played around with an EC2 instance (linux!) and it’s pretty cool. But there’s so much I don’t know about how it works and all the things you can do with it!