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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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    Infosec

    Computer Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Information Systems Security, File Management, Operating Systems, Data Structures, General Networking, Data Validation, Record Keeping, Data Integrity, Data Storage, Data Analysis Software, User Accounts, USB, Encryption, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Diseño y Creación de videojuegos

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Video Game Development, Game Design, Unity Engine, 3D Assets, Peer Review, User Interface (UI) Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Animations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Software Design Documents, Design, User Interface (UI), Experience Design, Music, Animation and Game Design, Usability, Microsoft Visual Studio, Unreal Engine

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Infosec

    Execution, persistence, privilege escalation and evasion

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Data Persistence, Exploitation techniques, Persistence, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Scripting, Python Programming, Microsoft Windows

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    94 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Leeds

    An Introduction to Programming using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Robotics, Python Programming, Program Development, Computer Programming, Scripting, Automation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, Debugging, File I/O, Development Environment, Data Structures

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    104 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fudan University

    微电影创作:从观念、思维到制作

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Storyboarding, Video Production, Storytelling, Videography, Cinematography, Photography, Post-Production, Editing, Peer Review, Creativity, Writing, Content Creation, Writing and Editing, Scripting

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    113 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Linux for AIX System Administrators

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, File Systems, Linux, User Accounts, Operating System Administration, Linux Commands, User Provisioning, Unix, Bash (Scripting Language), Systems Administration, File Management, TCP/IP, Unix Shell, Data Storage, Unix Commands, Software Installation, General Networking, Command-Line Interface, IBM Cloud

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Battery State-of-Health (SOH) Estimation

    Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Model Evaluation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Mathematics, Laboratory Testing, Matlab, Numerical Analysis, Electric Power Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Electrical Power, Statistical Methods, Electronic Components, Research, Scripting, Algorithms, Calculus

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    158 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Introduction to .NET Core

    Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Model View Controller, Web Applications, Middleware, Debugging, Application Deployment, Application Development, Development Environment, Software Testing, Microsoft Development Tools, Cross Platform Development, Software Architecture, Network Routing, Open Source Technology, Command-Line Interface

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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Google Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Hardening, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Incident Response, Network Architecture, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Management, Network Protocols, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Threat Management, Network Infrastructure, Cyber Attacks, System Monitoring, Communication Systems, Operating Systems, Linux, Bash (Scripting Language), Databases

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to UX Design MasterTrack Certificate Program

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, User Experience Design, Design Research, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Human Centered Design, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Architecture

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    42 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Intermediate Ethical Hacking Hands-on Training

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Network Protocols, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Brute-force attacks, Windows PowerShell, Active Directory, Network Security, Network Analysis, Microsoft Windows, Wireless Networks, Scripting, Virtual Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Mastering Programming with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Algorithms, User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Mathematical Software, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Application Development, Engineering Analysis, Scripting, Performance Tuning

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular shell scripting courses

  • Computer Forensics: Infosec
  • Diseño y Creación de videojuegos: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Execution, persistence, privilege escalation and evasion: Infosec
  • An Introduction to Programming using Python: University of Leeds
  • 微电影创作:从观念、思维到制作: Fudan University
  • Linux for AIX System Administrators: IBM
  • Battery State-of-Health (SOH) Estimation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to .NET Core: Board Infinity
  • Google Network Security: Google
  • Introduction to UX Design MasterTrack Certificate Program: University of Minnesota

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