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Google Apps Script Quick Start Beginner Guide

Automate your G Suite with Google Apps Script! Learn JavaScript to extend Google Workspace functionality and boost productivity.

4.5(146)
8,268students
1h 11m
Laurence Svekis
Laurence SvekisInstructor, GDE, Application Developer

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Google Apps Script Quick Start Beginner Guide is an all-levels Udemy course taught by Laurence Svekis. It runs 1h 11m and is taught in English. Learners rate it 4.5 out of 5 from 146 reviews, with 8,268 students enrolled. It is free to enroll, last updated November 2024.

Unlock the Power of Google Apps Script: Build Custom Business Applications

Looking to automate tasks and streamline workflows within Google Workspace (formerly G Suite)? Google Apps Script is your answer! This rapid application development platform empowers you to create custom business applications that seamlessly integrate with Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Sheets, Google Docs, and more.

Important: This course requires prior JavaScript experience. JavaScript proficiency is an absolute prerequisite for success.

Learn how to leverage the power of Apps Script to run code and automate processes directly within your Google Suite.

Here's what you'll discover:

  • JavaScript Fundamentals in Apps Script: Master applying core JavaScript methods within the Apps Script environment, including working with the Date() object.
  • Automate Document Creation: Learn to programmatically create Google Documents and populate them with content using Apps Script.
  • Spreadsheet Automation: Create and manipulate Google Sheets with code – from initial setup to data management.
  • Accessing Object Information: Retrieve crucial details like the ID and URL of Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, etc.) using Apps Script.
  • User Interaction with Sessions: Utilize the session object to dynamically obtain the active user's email address.
  • Email Automation: Send emails directly from your Google Apps Script applications using the built-in Mail Service.
  • Document Manipulation: Employ DocumentApp to access and update existing Google Documents by their ID.
  • Spreadsheet Data Access: Utilize SpreadsheetApp to access and work with data within existing Google Sheets.
  • Bound Scripts for Docs & Sheets: Learn how to create bound scripts that are directly accessible from within Google Docs and Sheets.
  • Custom UI Development: Add custom UI menu items to your Google Apps Script projects.
  • UI Functionality: Run script functions from custom UI menu tabs.
  • User Feedback: Create interactive UI alerts and prompts to gather user input and data.
  • Document Navigation: Get the cursor location within a document using Apps Script.
  • Sheet Data Management: Create new sheets using code and efficiently update and copy data selected by the user.

Bonus: Download a comprehensive, downloadable PDF course guide packed with helpful links and resources to accelerate your learning journey.

This course includes source code for all examples, allowing you to easily adapt and implement solutions for your own projects. Benefit from fast, friendly support within the Q&A section, guided by an instructor with over 20 years of web development experience – ready to help you succeed!

Don't miss out! Join now and start building your own amazing Google Apps Script projects today.

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