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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


  • P

    Pearson

    A+ Core 2 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Information Technology Operations, Disaster Recovery, Document Management, Incident Response, Incident Management, Change Control, Safety and Security, IT Management, Information Assurance, Technical Communication, Linux, Microsoft Windows, Personally Identifiable Information, Remote Access Systems, Security Controls, Scripting, Electrical Safety, AI Enablement, Bash (Scripting Language), Artificial Intelligence

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    JetBrains

    Full-Stack JavaScript: Build a Real-Time Chat App

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Node.JS, Docker (Software), React.js, Front-End Web Development, Containerization, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Frontend Integration, Server Side, Web Design and Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development, Web Applications, Application Development, Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Development, Authentications, Project Management Software

    4.8 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • P

    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
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Distributed Load Testing Using Kubernetes

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Google App Engine, Google Cloud Platform, Distributed Computing, Test Tools, API Testing, Performance Stress Testing, Performance Testing, DevOps, Public Cloud, Restful API, Web Development

    4.3 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.3 (6) · Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    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

  • P

    Packt

    Mastering Microservices Design with CQRS, DDD, and Marten

    Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Redis, API Design, Docker (Software), Software Design, .NET Framework, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Containerization, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Integration Testing, Distributed Computing, PostgreSQL, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Real World DevOps Project with Ansible, Docker and GitLab

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Ansible, Linux Administration, Containerization, Linux, Linux Servers, GitLab, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Devops Tools, Operating System Administration, CI/CD, DevOps, Continuous Integration, Linux Commands, IT Automation, Application Deployment, Collaborative Software, System Configuration, Infrastructure Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    Getting Started with Containers

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud Computing, Application Deployment, Data Persistence, Data Storage, General Networking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Practical DevOps Bootcamp for All

    Skills you'll gain: Prometheus (Software), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software), Kubernetes, CI/CD, Containerization, DevOps, YAML, Grafana, GitHub, Devops Tools, Linux Commands, Linux, Cloud Infrastructure, Continuous Integration, Amazon Web Services, Linux Administration, Software Versioning, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Manager's Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Leadership and Management, Management Training And Development, Performance Appraisal, Persuasive Communication, Delegation Skills, Matrix Management, Assertiveness, Team Leadership, Staff Management, Leadership, Team Management, Communication, Empowerment, Motivational Skills, Tactfulness, Team Motivation, Recognizing Others, Communication Strategies, Virtual Teams

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    DevOps for Machine Learning: CI/CD, APIs & Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, DevOps, CI/CD, Containerization, Application Deployment, Devops Tools, Cloud Deployment, Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, Docker (Software), Model Training, Model Evaluation, Restful API, Version Control, API Testing, Application Programming Interface (API), GitHub, Automation, Data Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Introduction to YAML

    Skills you'll gain: YAML, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD, Kubernetes, Continuous Integration, Devops Tools, Docker (Software), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Structures, Data Validation, Verification And Validation, JSON, Scripting, DevOps, Configuration Management, Debugging, System Configuration, Automation, Software Versioning, User Provisioning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • A+ Core 2 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 4: Pearson
  • Full-Stack JavaScript: Build a Real-Time Chat App: JetBrains
  • Introduction to Programming Using Python: Packt
  • Distributed Load Testing Using Kubernetes: Google Cloud
  • Technical Writing for Software Developers: Packt
  • Mastering Microservices Design with CQRS, DDD, and Marten: Packt
  • Real World DevOps Project with Ansible, Docker and GitLab: Packt
  • Getting Started with Containers: Pearson
  • Practical DevOps Bootcamp for All: Packt
  • Manager's Toolkit: Chris Croft Training

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