10 Google Apps (G Suite) Books That Separate Experts from Amateurs

When Robert G. Pascall developed this guide, he recognized how overwhelming Google Workspace’s extensive suite can be for everyday users. You learn not just the basics but also advanced techniques, like programming in Google Sheets and customizing Google Calendar to fit your unique workflow. The book breaks down complex apps like Drive, Docs, and Forms into manageable lessons, making it suitable whether you're new or looking to deepen your skills. Teachers, remote workers, and anyone relying on digital collaboration will find practical ways to boost efficiency and stay organized.

Kevin Pitch, with over two decades mastering digital productivity, crafted this guide to help you navigate the often overwhelming Google Workspace environment. His background in simplifying complex tech concepts shines through as you learn to optimize tools like Gmail, Drive, and Calendar with concrete examples like managing files in Drive or automating tasks via APIs. You’ll gain not just familiarity, but actionable skills to enhance communication, collaboration, and security within your digital workspace. This book suits professionals and teams seeking to boost efficiency by fully integrating Google Workspace into daily workflows without unnecessary technical jargon or fluff.

This personalized framework for mastering Google Workspace provides a tailored approach that aligns with your specific industry, proficiency level, and professional goals. It explores core productivity techniques and advanced functionalities across Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Calendar, adapting guidance to fit diverse workflows and collaboration styles. The book addresses automation strategies using Google Apps Script, emphasizing practical application to streamline tasks and enhance efficiency within your unique context. By focusing on relevant tools and use cases, it cuts through irrelevant advice, enabling you to develop targeted skills that directly impact your daily productivity and project management in Google Workspace environments.

When Barrie Roberts first discovered the power of automating Google Sheets and Forms, he set out to demystify Google Apps Script for absolute beginners. This guide takes you beyond just syntax, teaching you how to build scripts that reduce tedious manual work by introducing concepts like loops, arrays, and triggers, all explained through practical examples in spreadsheets and forms. You not only learn to write code but also how to apply it to real tasks such as creating dynamic quizzes and managing data validations. If you want to move from novice to confident user of Google Apps Script, this book provides a clear path without overwhelming technical jargon, making it well-suited for educators, professionals, and anyone interested in workflow automation.

When Guy Hart-Davis decided to write Teach Yourself VISUALLY Google Workspace, he drew on his extensive experience authoring over 100 computing books to demystify Google's productivity suite. You learn how to navigate Google Calendar, manage files in Drive, and create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations with clear visual guidance. The book’s 700+ full-color screenshots make complex tasks accessible, such as customizing Gmail folders or organizing your Drive effectively. This is ideal if you want to boost your efficiency with Google Workspace, whether you're a novice or already familiar but looking to deepen your skills. The focus on visual learning helps you retain and apply practical skills quickly.

Unlike most technology guides that target older students or educators alone, this book zeroes in on how very young learners—kindergarten and early elementary—can actively engage with Google Apps to enhance their curiosity and creativity. Drawing from Christine Pinto’s firsthand experience as a Southern California kindergarten teacher and her collaboration with Alice Keeler, the authors propose practical, playful activities that introduce digital tools without overwhelming children. You’ll find chapters dedicated to building critical thinking and collaboration through age-appropriate Google Suite exercises, empowering even the youngest students to use technology beyond passive consumption. If you want to rethink how technology fits into early childhood education, this book offers grounded perspectives and doable methods.

This tailored book on project-based automation using Google Apps Script provides a structured methodology that builds practical scripting skills through hands-on projects. It presents a personalized framework that aligns with your profession and experience level, cutting through generic tutorials and focusing on scripts that address your specific workflow challenges. The book covers core automation techniques, integration strategies with Google Sheets, Forms, and Docs, and step-by-step project walkthroughs to enhance efficiency in everyday tasks. By adapting content to your goals, it offers targeted solutions for automating repetitive processes, optimizing collaboration, and customizing Google Workspace applications within your context.

When Paul McFedries first realized how many users struggle to master the full range of Google’s productivity tools, he crafted this guide to demystify G Suite’s core apps. You’ll learn how to harness Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides effectively, along with managing email, calendars, and video calls—all explained in straightforward language. The book also navigates subscription plans and privacy settings, making it a solid reference if you use G Suite for work or personal projects. While it’s especially helpful for those new to the platform, even intermediate users may find practical tips to streamline collaboration and data management.

Barrie Roberts, an experienced educator since 2006, channels his deep familiarity with Google Workspace apps into this guide that demystifies Google Sheets for beginners. You’ll gain hands-on skills ranging from basic cell formatting and data organization to more nuanced functions like conditional formatting, data validation, and creating interactive drop-down menus. Chapters such as "Creating charts" and "Version & cell edit history" equip you to not only build but also manage and share spreadsheets effectively. If you're new to Google Sheets or overwhelmed by its features, this book provides a patient, clear path to competence without assuming prior knowledge.

This book changed the way many think about Google Drive and Docs by stripping away the complexity often associated with mastering cloud productivity tools. Ian Lamont, with his award-winning background in technology journalism, offers clear, focused guidance on using Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides efficiently, emphasizing practical skills like collaborating online, converting Microsoft Office files, and using mobile apps across devices. You’ll find detailed chapters on creating charts in Sheets, managing document versions, and printing with Google Cloud Print, making this a solid resource whether you're new to Google Apps or transitioning from Microsoft Office. It's especially suited for educators, students, and professionals who want to quickly harness the suite’s capabilities without getting bogged down in technical jargon.

When Barrie Roberts first discovered the challenge many face transitioning from basic Google Apps Script knowledge to applying it in real projects, he crafted this book as a bridge. You’ll work through eight carefully designed projects that reinforce your skills by connecting Google Sheets with Drive, Forms, Docs, and Slides, each addressing practical tasks like inventory management or automating certificate creation. For example, chapter 5 walks you through automating new employee onboarding, which can save significant time in HR workflows. This book suits you if you’ve grasped the basics but want hands-on, project-based experience to confidently extend Google Apps Script into everyday applications.

James Bernstein's extensive background managing IT infrastructures for over two decades grounds this guide in real-world expertise that benefits anyone eager to master Google Docs. You’ll learn how to navigate the interface, create polished documents, and leverage collaboration tools effectively, with focused chapters like "Sharing and Collaboration" and "Google Drive" that break down these core functions clearly. Bernstein approaches the subject with a practical mindset, making it accessible for users who may not be tech-savvy but want to avoid the confusion of email back-and-forth or lost documents. If you want to improve your productivity in remote work or study environments, this book will serve you well without overwhelming jargon.