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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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    Microsoft

    Launch a Website with Azure Virtual Machines

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Development, Microsoft Azure, Virtual Machines, Cloud Management, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Virtualization, Application Deployment, Linux Administration, Linux, Web Applications, Node.JS, Javascript, MongoDB

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Introduction to Python for Researchers

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Microsoft Visual Studio, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Python Programming, Debugging, Development Environment

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Continuous Integration

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Deployment, Integration Testing, DevOps, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Docker (Software), Application Deployment, Security Controls, GitHub, Automation, Version Control

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Blender to Unreal Engine - Become a Dungeon Prop Artist

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Graphical Tools, Animation and Game Design, File Management, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Environment, Content Management, Animations, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Image Quality, Performance Tuning, Simulations

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Institut Mines-Télécom

    Getting started with Augmented Reality

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Mobile Development, Android (Operating System), Image Analysis, 3D Assets, Geospatial Information and Technology, Computer Vision, Global Positioning Systems, Prototyping, User Interface (UI)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Managerial Economics: Buyer and Seller Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Game Theory, Economics, Market Trend, Business Economics, Market Analysis, Operating Cost, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Cost Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Practice Exam for ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Security Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Controls, Network Security, Encryption

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional de Colombia

    Aprendizajes en Ingeniería y Agricultura con Arduino: Construcción y automatización de un invernadero

    Skills you'll gain: Automation, Control Systems, Water Sustainability, Electronics, Internet Of Things, Sustainable Technologies, Embedded Systems, Computer Programming Tools, Engineering, Environmental Monitoring, Electronic Components, Basic Electrical Systems, Programming Principles, Construction

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice: Health Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Sanitation, Infectious Diseases, Environment Health And Safety, Health Education, Epidemiology, Emergency Response, Healthcare Ethics, Community Health, Radiation Protection, Immunology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Python Basic Structures: Lists, Strings, and Files

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Python Programming, Computer Science

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Operating Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, OS Process Management, System Programming, File Systems, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, System Monitoring, System Design and Implementation, Performance Tuning, Package and Software Management, File Management, Algorithms, Cloud Platforms, Security Controls, User Accounts, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals of Static Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Software Technical Review, Test Planning, Code Review, Software Quality Assurance, Verification And Validation, Requirements Analysis, Technical Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Launch a Website with Azure Virtual Machines: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Python for Researchers: Imperial College London
  • Continuous Integration: University of California, Davis
  • Blender to Unreal Engine - Become a Dungeon Prop Artist: Packt
  • Getting started with Augmented Reality: Institut Mines-Télécom
  • Managerial Economics: Buyer and Seller Behavior: Illinois Tech
  • Practice Exam for ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): SkillUp
  • Aprendizajes en Ingeniería y Agricultura con Arduino: Construcción y automatización de un invernadero: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: Health Protection: Imperial College London
  • Python Basic Structures: Lists, Strings, and Files: Codio

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