📅 2024-02-01 — Session: Resolved Cloud SQL Auth Proxy and Database Setup

🕒 17:50–20:25
🏷️ Labels: Cloud Sql, Auth Proxy, Database, Python, Troubleshooting
📂 Project: Dev
⭐ Priority: MEDIUM

Session Goal

The session aimed to address connection issues with Cloud SQL Auth Proxy and establish a robust local development environment for secure database connections.

Key Activities

  • Cloud SQL Auth Proxy Setup: Utilized a guide to correct the Cloud SQL Auth Proxy command for secure local development connections.
  • Troubleshooting: Diagnosed and resolved connection issues, including verifying proxy operation and instance configuration.
  • Syntax Corrections: Addressed syntax errors in the Cloud SQL Auth Proxy command, ensuring proper permissions and command structure.
  • Database Class Enhancement: Modified a Python Database class to use environment variables via python-dotenv for improved security.
  • Documentation Updates: Enhanced manual.md with GCP integration details for Cloud SQL connections.
  • MVP Planning: Discussed initial steps for a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) in product development.

Achievements

  • Successfully corrected and verified the Cloud SQL Auth Proxy command syntax.
  • Established a secure connection to a Cloud SQL instance for local development.
  • Improved Python code for database management using environment variables.
  • Updated documentation to reflect new integration processes.

Pending Tasks

  • Further testing of the Cloud SQL Auth Proxy in different environments.
  • Complete the MVP development plan with actionable steps.
  • Continue refining documentation for clarity and completeness.