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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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    Duke University

    Rust for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Containerization, CI/CD, Docker (Software), DevOps, Jenkins, Application Deployment, Continuous Integration, Rust (Programming Language), Prometheus (Software), Continuous Delivery, System Monitoring, JSON, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Continuous Monitoring, Automation, System Programming, Software Testing, GitHub

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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    MySQL for Data Analytics and Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Business Intelligence, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), SQL, Relational Databases, Database Software, Data Presentation, Database Management Systems, Data Visualization Software, Database Management, Databases, Data Access, Authorization (Computing), Query Languages, Performance Tuning

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    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Six Sigma White Belt (Accredited)

    Skills you'll gain: Kaizen Methodology, Process Optimization, Pareto Chart, Operational Efficiency, Project Management, Project Scoping

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    AI Infrastructure: Introduction to AI Hypercomputer

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Infrastructure, Model Optimization, Cloud Computing Architecture, Performance Tuning, Computer Architecture, AI Workflows, Model Training, Artificial Intelligence, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    اساسيات تحليل أمن الشبكات باستخدام Wireshark

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Network Administration, Network Analysis, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Software, Linux

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Public Health in Humanitarian Crises 2

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Child Health, Epidemiology, Public Health, Crisis Intervention, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Postpartum Care, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Surveys, Community Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Sanitation, Emergency Response, Mental Health, Healthcare Ethics, Infant Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    132 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced IT Tools, Career Prep, and System Management

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux, Linux Servers, System Configuration, Linux Commands, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, File Systems, IT Management, Virtualization, File Management, Data Sharing, Virtual Machines, Information Technology, Data Storage Technologies, Technical Communication

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Launch a Website with Azure Virtual Machines

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

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    African cities : An Introduction to Urban Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Public Works, Land Development, Governance, Climate Change Adaptation, Land Management, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Operational Analysis, Cost Management, Sustainable Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Economic Development, Project Finance, Spatial Analysis, Transportation Operations, Finance, Demography

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Copilot for Beginners: Create a Sales Pitch Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Sales Process, Prompt Engineering, Solution Selling, Sales, Value Propositions, Product Knowledge, Storytelling, Productivity Software, Data Import/Export, Business Modeling, Generative AI

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Calculating Descriptive Statistics in R

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Histogram, R (Software), Statistical Methods, Statistical Programming, Probability & Statistics, Descriptive Analytics, Statistics, Statistical Software, Data Science

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Digital Literacy: Introduction to Using Computers

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Document Management, Computer Literacy, File Systems, Computer Hardware, Computer Security Awareness Training, Spreadsheet Software, Security Awareness, digital literacy, Safety and Security, Cybersecurity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Rust for DevOps: Duke University
  • MySQL for Data Analytics and Business Intelligence: Edureka
  • Six Sigma White Belt (Accredited): Packt
  • AI Infrastructure: Introduction to AI Hypercomputer: Google Cloud
  • اساسيات تحليل أمن الشبكات باستخدام Wireshark: Coursera
  • Public Health in Humanitarian Crises 2: Johns Hopkins University
  • Advanced IT Tools, Career Prep, and System Management: Packt
  • Launch a Website with Azure Virtual Machines: Microsoft
  • African cities : An Introduction to Urban Planning: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Copilot for Beginners: Create a Sales Pitch Presentation : Coursera

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