Ready, Set, Launch!
While working on CUJ1: Ray, Mitchell, and Kim got this viral disease which was the focus of the 2020 global pandemic that led to widespread lockdowns, mask mandates, and the development of mRNA vaccines.
COVID
After helping launch CUJ 1 for Marketing Studio, Ray plans to go to this Anaheim theme park that was all started by a mouse.
Disneyland
Rashmi manages Marketing Studio Access through this free, web-based application that lets you crunch numbers, organize data, and collaborate with others in real-time, all without needing to download any software.
Google Sheets
Andrew's favorite sport is this one that features a fuzzy yellow ball, a net, and players who often yell "out" or "fault!"
Tennis
Mitchell enjoys this full-body workout that can be done in a pool, a lake, or even the ocean, and it's a lifesaver to know!
Swimming
For his Misogi challenge, John is currently learning this activity which requires a mask, fins, and a tank of air, allowing you to breathe and explore the depths of the ocean.
Scuba diving
CUJ1 is Thank You Email and this standalone page where a user is directed to after clicking an online ad or email link, often designed with a single call to action.
Landing Page
During CUJ1, Ray injured this joint, which connects the femur to the tibia and fibula.
Knee
Before joining Cloud, Rashmi worked on this team founded by Google in 2009, and is a leader in self-driving technology.
Waymo
In between meetings, Andrew does this compound exercise that targets the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings.
Squats
Mitchell's Misogi challenge last year was to swim to San Francisco from this rocky island which was once one of the most notorious prisons in the United States.
Alcatraz
John is from this state known for its BBQ, cowboys, and its unique blend of Southern hospitality and independent spirit.
Texas
The Marketing Studio's current state is this testing phase which follows Alpha and precedes full public release, often involving a limited group of external users.
Beta Prod
During CUJ1, Ray's breakfast of choice was this oat cereal, known for its distinctive torus shape, and has been advertised with the slogan "Made for Little Os."
Cheerios
Rashmi's first Google office, is in this southern Indian city known as the "City of Pearls". IT is famous for its biryani, its Charminar monument, and its role as a center for technology and pharmaceuticals.
Hyderabad
Andrew was born in this city, known as the "Gateway to the West,". It is home to the iconic Gateway Arch, a world-renowned zoo, and the Cardinals baseball team.
St. Louis
Aside from Costa Rica, Mitchell also lived in this country which is home to the Amazon rainforest, the Andes Mountains, and a rich cultural heritage that includes salsa music, coffee, and emeralds.
Colombia
This comic strip, created by Gary Larson and known for its dark humor and absurd situations, was the genesis of John's love for visual storytelling.
The Far Side