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Linux Basics Courses

Linux Basics courses can help you learn command line navigation, file management, user permissions, and process management. You can build skills in shell scripting, system monitoring, and troubleshooting common issues. Many courses introduce tools like the Bash shell, Git for version control, and text editors such as Vim or Nano, showing how these skills are applied in real-world environments to manage servers and automate tasks.

Popular Linux Basics Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Crisis Management and Crisis Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Corporate Communications, Communication Strategies, Case Studies, Stakeholder Communications, Internal Communications, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    LCFA Exam Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, Systems Administration, Display Devices

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Board Infinity

    Automation and Modern Testing Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Performance Testing, Software Testing, API Testing, Test Script Development, Security Testing, Continuous Integration, Test Tools, AI Security, CI/CD, Performance Stress Testing, Regression Testing, AI Integrations, Scalability, Automation, Test Case, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    تعلّم أساسيات نظام التشغيل لينكس

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, File Management, Linux Commands, Ubuntu, User Accounts, Command-Line Interface, File Systems, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    SkillUp

    Java: Design Patterns, Testing, and Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Integration Testing, Continuous Integration, Docker (Software), Java, Cloud Deployment, Containerization, Software Design Patterns, Microservices, Build Tools, Cloud-Native Computing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Packt

    Learn Spring Boot in 100 Steps - Beginner to Expert

    Skills you'll gain: Spring Boot, Application Development, API Testing, Java Programming, Web Development, Program Development, Application Frameworks, Software Testing, Test Case, Secure Coding, Development Environment, Model View Controller, Software Development Tools, UI Components, Data Access, Authentications, SQL, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Persistence, User Interface (UI)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to C++ Programming: Build a Calculator

    Skills you'll gain: Other Programming Languages, Program Development, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Application Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Software Development, Computer Science

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    61 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    L&T EduTech

    Formwork for concreting

    Skills you'll gain: Construction, General Construction and Construction Labor, Construction Engineering, Building Codes, Construction Management, Building Information Modeling, Construction Estimating, Cost Estimation, Structural Engineering, Drafting and Engineering Design, Blueprint Reading, Assembly Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Construction Inspection, Safety Standards, Engineering Practices, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Engineering Plans And Specifications, Failure Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Managing, Describing, and Analyzing Data

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), R (Software), Statistical Inference, Probability Distribution, R Programming, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Software, Data Science, Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability, Data Literacy, Statistical Visualization, Data Manipulation

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Macquarie University

    Online teaching: Using Zoom to connect with learners

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Interactive Learning, Pedagogy, Driving engagement, Instructional Strategies, Digital pedagogy, Blended Learning, Collaborative Software, Instructional Design, Adult Learning Principles, digital literacy, Information Privacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    77 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Mastering GitHub Copilot: From Setup to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Vibe coding, Generative AI Agents, GitHub, AI Workflows, Software Development Tools, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Code Review, Responsible AI, Software Development, Front-End Web Development, Design Software, React.js, Software Engineering, Web Development, Javascript

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Nessus Scanner - Network Scanning from Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Network Security, Metasploit, Network Administration, Software Installation, System Configuration, Web Applications, Authentications, Linux

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular linux basics courses

  • Introduction to Crisis Management and Crisis Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • LCFA Exam Preparation: LearnQuest
  • Automation and Modern Testing Tools: Board Infinity
  • تعلّم أساسيات نظام التشغيل لينكس: Coursera
  • Java: Design Patterns, Testing, and Deployment: SkillUp
  • Learn Spring Boot in 100 Steps - Beginner to Expert: Packt
  • Introduction to C++ Programming: Build a Calculator: Coursera
  • Formwork for concreting: L&T EduTech
  • Managing, Describing, and Analyzing Data: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Online teaching: Using Zoom to connect with learners : Macquarie University

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