Course Outline
Introduction to Google Apps Script
- What is Google Apps Script?
- Key features and capabilities.
- Understanding the V8 runtime and modern JavaScript support.
Setting up the Development Environment
- Creating and managing Apps Script projects.
- Working in the online editor versus clasp (command-line Apps Script).
- Version control with GitHub and clasp.
Working with Google Sheets
- Reading, writing, and formatting data.
- Building custom menus, dialogs, and sidebars.
- Data validation, formulas, and integrations.
Automating Google Workspace Applications
- Automating Gmail: emails, threads, and filters.
- Google Drive automation: file creation, movement, and permissions.
- Calendar automation: scheduling, reminders, and events.
- Integrating with Docs and Slides for reporting and presentations.
Triggers and Event-Driven Execution
- Time-driven triggers (scheduled tasks).
- Event-driven triggers (on edit, on form submit, on open).
- Managing and debugging triggers.
Building Add-ons and Advanced Integrations
- Developing Google Workspace add-ons.
- Publishing add-ons to the Marketplace.
- Connecting Apps Script with REST APIs and third-party services.
Best Practices for Apps Script Projects
- Error handling and debugging techniques.
- Security and permissions management.
- Scalability and optimization strategies.
Case Studies and Applied Projects
- Automating reporting workflows in Sheets and Docs.
- Building custom CRM or task management tools with Apps Script.
- Real-world enterprise use cases of Apps Script.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Experience with JavaScript programming.
- Basic familiarity with Google Workspace applications (e.g., Docs, Sheets, Gmail).
Audience
- Web developers.
- IT professionals managing Google Workspace.
- Teams looking to automate their workflows.
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