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Shell Scripting Courses

Shell scripting courses can help you learn how to automate tasks, manage system processes, and manipulate files efficiently. You can build skills in writing scripts for data processing, scheduling jobs, and error handling. Many courses introduce tools like Bash, awk, and sed, that support executing commands and processing text in Unix-like environments. You'll also explore concepts such as variables, loops, and functions, enabling you to create robust scripts that enhance productivity and streamline workflows.

Popular Shell Scripting Courses and Certifications


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    EDUCBA

    Shell Programming Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Unix Shell, Shell Script, Bash (Scripting Language), Unix Commands, Unix, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Test Script Development, IT Automation, File I/O, Automation, Environment

    5 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Linux Command Line for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: User Accounts, Linux, Linux Administration, Shell Script, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Operating System Administration, System Monitoring, File Systems, Unix, Scripting, Systems Administration, File Management, Software Installation, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Linux Shell Scripting for Hackers

    Skills you'll gain: grep, Bash (Scripting Language), Metasploit, Hardening, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Linux Commands, Shell Script, Vulnerability Scanning, Command-Line Interface, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Security Assessment, Scripting, Security Testing, Firewall, Linux, Linux Administration, Automation, Network Infrastructure, Network Analysis

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
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    Pearson

    Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Active Directory, Scripting, IT Automation, Network Monitoring, Microsoft Windows, Scripting Languages, User Accounts, Command-Line Interface, Network Administration, Servers, User Interface (UI), Server Administration, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Authentications

    4.5 stars, 21 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (21) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Foundations of Bash Scripting for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: grep, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Linux, Scripting, Cybersecurity, Virtualization, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, File I/O, Security Testing, Virtual Machines, IT Automation, Linux Administration, Automation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Network Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
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    Packt

    System Administration Automation with AI – Smart Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Scripting Languages, Scripting, Windows PowerShell, Systems Administration, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), IT Automation, Linux Administration, GitHub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot, AI Workflows, Automation, Debugging, Software Development Tools, Backlogs, Code Review, System Monitoring, Code Reusability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
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    Packt

    Advanced Linux Administration and Shell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Linux, Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Linux Servers, Systems Administration, Operating System Administration, Hardening, Scripting, System Monitoring, User Accounts, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), OS Process Management, Firewall, Process Management

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Bash Shell Scripting: Automate, Process & Analyze

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux Administration, Linux, Linux Commands, Scripting, grep, File Management, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration, Data Processing, File I/O, Data Analysis, User Accounts, Automation, Environment, DevOps, Administration

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Jq Command Tutorials for Bash Shell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), JSON, Shell Script, Scripting, Restful API, Command-Line Interface, Kubernetes, Software Installation

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced Bash for Pentesting and Hardening

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Metasploit, Hardening, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Shell Script, Linux Commands, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Security Assessment, Scripting, Security Testing, Firewall, Linux, Linux Administration, Security Controls, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Automation, Network Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
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    Packt

    Linux Bash Shell Scripting with Real-Life Examples

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Commands, Shell Script, Linux Administration, Scripting, Network Troubleshooting, Command-Line Interface, Development Environment, Systems Administration, Virtual Machines, File Management, File I/O, User Accounts

    5 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Bash Automation for Recon, Attacks, and Cracking

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Penetration Testing, Linux Commands, Vulnerability Scanning, Shell Script, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Scripting, Linux, Vulnerability Assessments, Linux Administration, Network Analysis, Command-Line Interface, Exploitation techniques, grep, Cyber Attacks, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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