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Step-by-Step Guide: Set Up PostgreSQL on GCP (Google Cloud Platform) and Connect with Node.js and React
Step-by-step guide to setting up a PostgreSQL database on GCP (Google Cloud Platform), building a basic React app, and using Node.js to interact with it
This article walks you through creating a PostgreSQL instance on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP), building a basic React app, and using Node.js that connects to the database, making data storage and retrieval seamless. Let’s dive into the process, starting with GCP configuration and moving on to integrating your React app.

Setting Up PostgreSQL on GCP
1. Create a New Project on GCP:
Log in to GCP and create a new project if you don’t have one already.
2. Enable Compute Engine API:
- Type “Compute Engine API” in the search bar and enable it.
- This is necessary for GCP’s Cloud SQL service, which allows you to create and manage virtual machines.
3. Enable Cloud SQL Service:
- Next, search for “Cloud SQL” and navigate to the Cloud SQL page.
- Click on “Create Instance” and choose…