In the rapidly evolving landscape of cloud computing, Google Cloud emerges as a pivotal tool for infrastructure modernization and platform engineering. This meetup delves into the strategic integration of Google Cloud services for developing robust internal platforms, focusing on leveraging existing cloud functionalities to streamline both development and operational processes. Key topics include understanding the user-centric approach in platform engineering, forming dedicated, cross-functional teams for platform development, and transitioning from traditional project metrics to product KPIs for measuring platform success. Additionally, the concept of 'Golden Paths' in engineering execution will be explored, emphasizing the importance of clear, self-service templates for common tasks, thereby enhancing developer productivity and project consistency. This session aims to equip participants with practical insights and strategies for avoiding common pitfalls in platform engineering projects, while fully leveraging the capabilities of Google Cloud.