gsutil

Gsutil is a command line tool developed by Google to interact with Google Cloud Storage. It enables users to manage storage buckets and objects in the cloud. The tool is written in Python and supports Windows, macOS, and various Linux distributions.

Gsutil provides a comprehensive set of commands for performing operations such as uploading and downloading files to or from storage buckets, copying objects between buckets, creating and deleting buckets, setting access controls, and more. It also supports features like parallel uploads and downloads, resumable transfers, and performance optimizations.

The tool integrates seamlessly with other Google Cloud services and can be used to configure storage lifecycle policies, manage access control lists (ACLs), and perform bulk operations efficiently. It uses OAuth 2.0 authentication to access resources, ensuring secure and authorized operations.

Gsutil offers a flexible and powerful scripting interface, allowing users to automate tasks and build complex workflows using commands and flags. It supports wildcard syntax for batch operations and uses cloud streaming capabilities to efficiently transfer large files.

The tool provides detailed logging and error reporting, allowing users to track and troubleshoot any issues that arise during operations. It also offers advanced features like rate limiting, bandwidth throttling, and checksum validation for data integrity.

With gsutil, users can easily interact with Google Cloud Storage from the command line, making it a valuable tool for developers, system administrators, and data engineers working on Google Cloud Platform.