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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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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Numerical Methods for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Engineering Calculations, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Scripting, Simulations, Calculus, Scientific Visualization, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Debugging

    4.9
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Digital Forensics Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Data Security, Litigation Support, Network Security, General Networking, Record Keeping, Data Storage, Data Integrity, Cryptography, File Management, File Systems, Encryption, Data Validation, Command-Line Interface, Technical Writing, Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDHEC Business School

    Python and Machine Learning for Asset Management

    Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Modeling, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Risk Management, Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Computer Science, Dimensionality Reduction

    3.1
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    332 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    LCFA Exam Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Linux Commands, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Display Devices, Cybersecurity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Novartis

    Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice: Recruitment & Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Informed Consent, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Ethics, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Drug Development, Record Keeping, Clinical Documentation, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Communication

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    202 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create C# App Inheritance, Composition, and Aggregation

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Design, Application Development, Data Structures, Linux

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    SQL Fundamentals for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Databases, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Business Intelligence, Query Languages, Data Warehousing, Data Transformation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Indian School of Business

    A Beginner's Guide to Investing

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Portfolio Management, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Investments, Financial Modeling, Finance, Financial Trading, Cash Flows, Financial Market, Market Dynamics, Return On Investment, Risk Management

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    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Glasgow

    Generative AI in Education

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Education Software and Technology, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    C Programming: Advanced Data Types - 5

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Embedded Systems, Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Linux, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Debugging, Software Development Tools

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to C++ Programming and Unreal

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, Computer Programming, Video Game Development, 3D Assets, Development Environment, Software Documentation, Data Storage, Scripting

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Cloud Computing Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Cloud Infrastructure, CI/CD, Cloud Computing, Agile Software Development, DevOps, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Continuous Delivery, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Serverless Computing, Software Development, Amazon Web Services, Software Development Methodologies, Platform As A Service (PaaS), GitHub

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Numerical Methods for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Digital Forensics Concepts: Infosec
  • Python and Machine Learning for Asset Management : EDHEC Business School
  • LCFA Exam Preparation: LearnQuest
  • Fundamentals of Good Clinical Practice: Recruitment & Trial: Novartis
  • Create C# App Inheritance, Composition, and Aggregation: Coursera
  • SQL Fundamentals for Data Analysts: Corporate Finance Institute
  • A Beginner's Guide to Investing: Indian School of Business
  • Generative AI in Education: University of Glasgow
  • C Programming: Advanced Data Types - 5: Dartmouth College

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