Welcome to IBM Cloud: Your Guide to Getting Started
Welcome to IBM Cloud! We're excited to have you on board. Whether you're an entrepreneur, developer, or part of a larger enterprise, IBM Cloud offers a robust suite of tools and services to help you build, deploy, and manage your applications with ease. This guide will walk you through the basics of navigating the IBM Cloud console, getting help, managing your account settings, and understanding billing and usage.
Navigating the IBM Cloud Console
The IBM Cloud console is your central hub for accessing all the cloud services and resources IBM offers. It can be overwhelming at first, but don't worry—we're here to help you get familiar with the interface.
To start, visit the IBM Cloud Console Overview. This guide provides a comprehensive look at the UI, including how to find your resources, manage your services, and use the dashboard effectively. You'll learn how to:
- Access and customize your dashboard.
- Navigate the Manage menu and Help.
- Find and use the Catalog.
Getting Help from the AI Assistant
Stuck on something? IBM Cloud's AI assistant is here to help! This is an experimental tool and can answer questions, guide you through tasks, and provide support whenever you need it.
Check out the AI Assistant Help Page to learn how to interact with the assistant. The AI assistant can help you with:
- Finding specific documentation.
- Navigating the IBM Cloud console menu options.
Managing Your Account Settings
Managing your account settings is crucial for maintaining control over your IBM Cloud resources. Whether you need to update your account information or configure new settings, the account management interface has you covered.
Visit the Managing Account Settings Guide for detailed instructions on how to:
- Update your account information.
- Access your account settings and upgrade your account.
- Configure and manage notifications.
Managing Billing and Usage
Understanding your billing and usage is key to optimizing your cloud spend and ensuring you don't encounter any unexpected charges. IBM Cloud provides tools to help you monitor and manage your billing and usage effectively.
Watch this Video on Managing Billing and Usage to get started. The video covers:
- How to view your billing information.
- Understanding your usage reports.
- Setting up budgets and alerts to manage your expenses.
- Tips for optimizing your resource usage to save costs.
Your IBM Cloud Subscriptions
Ensure you have access to the right resources and services and manage your subscriptions efficiently:
We hope this guide helps you get started with IBM Cloud. If you have any questions or need further assistance, don't hesitate to reach out through the AI assistant or consult the documentation. Welcome to the IBM Cloud community—happy cloud computing!
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