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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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    Illinois Tech

    Cloud: Platform as a Service - Master's

    Skills you'll gain: Platform As A Service (PaaS), Containerization, Serverless Computing, Cloud Platforms, Docker (Software), Cloud Services, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Hosting, Information Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Development, Cloud Deployment, Applied Machine Learning, Application Deployment, Model Deployment, DevOps, Amazon Web Services, Continuous Deployment

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    The Docker Masterclass for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), CI/CD, Containerization, Development Environment, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Devops Tools, Application Deployment, Linux, Linux Commands, Data Persistence, File Systems, Command-Line Interface, Data Sharing, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Mastering Windsurf: From Setup to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Vibe coding, AI Workflows, Software Development Tools, Generative AI Agents, Code Review, Software Development, Software Engineering, AI Personalization, GitHub, Web Development Tools, Design Software, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, Application Deployment, React.js, Artificial Intelligence

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Migrating an application and data from Apache Cassandraâ„¢ to DataStax Enterprise

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Data Migration, Apache Cassandra, Docker (Software), Databases, Operational Databases, Containerization, Database Application, Application Deployment, Data Import/Export, Cloud Deployment

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Elementor Mastery- Build Amazing Websites with Elementor

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, AI powered creativity, Web Content, AI Workflows, Design Elements And Principles, Web Presence, Web Development Tools, Generative AI

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    CompTIA Linux+ XK0-005: Unit 6

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, System Monitoring, Linux, Performance Tuning, File Management, Linux Commands, System Configuration, Desktop Support, Network Monitoring, Data Storage Technologies, Network Troubleshooting, Remote Access Systems, Event Monitoring, User Interface (UI), Data Management, User Accounts, File Systems, OS Process Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud SDK: Qwik Start - Redhat/Centos

    Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Linux Commands, Cloud Storage, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Virtual Machines, Software Installation

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Typescript in React: Higher Order Components

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Code Reusability, React.js, Javascript, Software Design Patterns

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Cucumber BDD Made Easy + Automation Framework Design

    Skills you'll gain: Cucumber (Software), Behavior-Driven Development, Selenium (Software), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Test Automation, Test Script Development, JUnit, Software Testing, Apache Maven, Test Data, Test Tools, Test Case, Scenario Testing, Maintainability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Marketing with Zapier & ChatGPT: Automated Content Calendars

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Automation, Application Programming Interface (API), Digital Media Strategy, Content Scheduling, Content Development and Management, Google Sheets, Calendar Management, ChatGPT, Digital Marketing Tools, Content Creation, AI Integrations, Digital Marketing, Prompt Engineering, Content Strategy, Branding, Project Management

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    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Blender to Unreal Engine 5 The Complete Beginners Guide

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Unreal Engine, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Animation and Game Design, Graphical Tools, Model Optimization, Virtual Environment, Data Import/Export, Image Quality, Animations, Editing, Video Game Development, Post-Production, Fine-tuning, Performance Tuning, Debugging

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Master Advanced SketchUp Modeling & Visualization Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), AutoCAD, 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animations, 3D Assets, Software Visualization, Computer Graphic Techniques, Model Optimization, Data Import/Export

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Cloud: Platform as a Service - Master's: Illinois Tech
  • The Docker Masterclass for Beginners: Packt
  • Mastering Windsurf: From Setup to Real Projects: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Migrating an application and data from Apache Cassandraâ„¢ to DataStax Enterprise: Google Cloud
  • Elementor Mastery- Build Amazing Websites with Elementor: Packt
  • CompTIA Linux+ XK0-005: Unit 6: Pearson
  • Google Cloud SDK: Qwik Start - Redhat/Centos: Google Cloud
  • Typescript in React: Higher Order Components: Coursera
  • Cucumber BDD Made Easy + Automation Framework Design: Packt
  • Marketing with Zapier & ChatGPT: Automated Content Calendars: Coursera

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