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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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    Packt

    Jetson Nano Starter to Pro - A Computer Vision Course

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Optimization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, System Configuration, Deep Learning, Real Time Data, Model Deployment, Software Installation, Application Deployment

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Excel Charts and Pivot Tables

    Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Generative AI for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Email Automation, Generative AI Agents, AI Personalization, Business Marketing, Customer experience improvement, Microsoft Copilot, Personalized Campaigns, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer experience strategy (CX), Business Logic, Data Ethics, Business Strategy, AI Workflows, Business, Business Process Improvement, Business Software

    5 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Getting Started with Bottlerocket

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Command-Line Interface, Linux Administration, Linux, Open Source Technology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
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    Packt

    Create Your First WordPress Plugin & Build a WordPress Site

    Skills you'll gain: Web Design and Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    WebSockets Protocol Explained – Master Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Application Programming Interface (API), Ajax, Web Development, General Networking, Web Applications, Scalability, Event-Driven Programming, Real Time Data, Network Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Automation with Drools: Knowledge-Based Decision Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Business Logic, Decision Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, Business Process Automation, Test Case, Computational Logic, Verification And Validation, Automation, Program Development, Docker (Software), Complex Problem Solving, Diagram Design, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Pearson

    CompTIA Linux+ XK0-005: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux, Linux Commands, Operating System Administration, TCP/IP, Authorization (Computing), System Configuration, Hardening, Network Monitoring, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Network Analysis, Network Protocols, File Systems, User Accounts, Service Management, OS Process Management, File Management, Dependency Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    Introduction to Programming Using Python

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Python Programming, Scripting, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Computer Programming, File Management, Data Structures, Functional Design, Context Management

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
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    Coursera

    Seamless Salesforce Integration

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce Development, Salesforce, Systems Integration, Data Integration, Web Services, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Enterprise Architecture, Restful API, Complex Problem Solving, Business Solutions

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    Technical Writing for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Documentation, Technical Writing, Software Documentation, Technical Communication, Information Architecture, Writing, Document Management, Automation, AI Workflows, Software Development, Agile Software Development, Graphic and Visual Design, Interactive Design, Project Management Software

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    CyberPatriot

    Skills you'll gain: Ubuntu, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Microsoft Windows, Computer Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Information Systems Security, Linux, Network Security, Virtualization, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Data Ethics, Unix, Security Software, Data Security, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Hardening, Command-Line Interface, Operating System Administration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Jetson Nano Starter to Pro - A Computer Vision Course: Packt
  • Excel Charts and Pivot Tables: Packt
  • Generative AI for Business: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Getting Started with Bottlerocket: Amazon Web Services
  • Create Your First WordPress Plugin & Build a WordPress Site: Packt
  • WebSockets Protocol Explained – Master Web Development: Packt
  • Automation with Drools: Knowledge-Based Decision Systems: Coursera
  • CompTIA Linux+ XK0-005: Unit 4: Pearson
  • Introduction to Programming Using Python: Packt
  • Seamless Salesforce Integration: Coursera

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