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How do I set environment variables in Google Cloud?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 8:09 pm

Environment variables in Google Cloud are strings that you can set to customize your environment. You can set these variables in your Google Cloud Platform project’s settings.

For example, you can set GOOGLE_APPLICATION_CREDENTIALS to a JSON string that contains your application’s user credentials.

To set a variable in your project’s settings:

Open your project’s settings. Click Project settings. Click the Environment variables tab.

PRO TIP: When setting environment variables in Google Cloud, it is important to first understand what environment variable you are trying to set, and what its value should be. Failing to do so can lead to unexpected results.

Enter the variable name in the Variable name field. To set the variable’s value, enter the value in the Value field.

To set a variable in your project’s environment:

Open a command prompt in your project’s directory. Enter the following command: GOOGLE_APPLICATION_CREDENTIALS=”

To set a variable in your project’s environment using the Cloud Shell:

Open the Cloud Shell in your project’s directory. Enter the following command: GOOGLE_APPLICATION_CREDENTIALS=”“.

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