🚀 Follow these steps to set up a new Cloud SQL instance:

  1. Access the Cloud SQL Console
    Navigate to /en/tools/cloud_sql/console to start the creation process.

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  2. Select Region & Configuration

    • Choose a region closest to your users
    • Pick a configuration template (e.g., db-tier_1, db-tier_2)
    • Customize instance settings:
      • Instance name ✅
      • Database version 🔄
      • Storage capacity 📁

  3. Configure Networking
    Set up VPC and firewall rules to ensure secure access.

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  4. Enable IAM Roles
    Assign permissions for database administrators and developers.
    ⚠️ Always verify IAM policies before deployment

  5. Review & Create
    Confirm all settings and click Create Instance.
    🕒 Estimated setup time: 5-15 minutes

🔗 Learn more about Cloud SQL configurations
📌 For advanced setup options, check /en/tools/cloud_sql/advanced_setup

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