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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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    Pearson

    Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Scripting, Microsoft Windows, Shell Script, Scripting Languages, Command-Line Interface, IT Automation, Operating System Administration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Unix and Linux Command Line Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Unix Shell, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Unix, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Shell Script, Linux, OS Process Management, File Management, General Networking, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Network Administration, Linux Commands, File Systems, Network Routing, OSI Models, Computer Networking, Operating Systems

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    54 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Linux Security Scripting and Certification Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Unix Shell, Bash (Scripting Language), Vulnerability Assessments, Linux, Linux Commands, Vulnerability Scanning, Linux Administration, System Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring, Security Testing, Scripting Languages, Security Management, Security Requirements Analysis, Computer Security Incident Management, Unix Commands, Scripting, Software Development Tools, Cyber Security Policies, Operating System Administration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Python Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Application Development, Scripting Languages, Shell Script, Model View Controller, Python Programming, Software Development Methodologies, Data Validation, Record Keeping, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Problem Solving

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Scripting in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, File I/O, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Programming Principles, Data Processing, Data Persistence, Data Mapping, Data Manipulation, Code Reusability, Data Dictionary, Development Environment, Data Access, Computational Logic, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis

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

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    Total Seminars

    Networking, Shell & System Management

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Network Troubleshooting, Linux Administration, Shell Script, OS Process Management, Linux, Unix Shell, Virtualization, Bash (Scripting Language), Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Linux Commands, Linux Servers, Virtual Machines, Network Support, Unix Commands, Operating System Administration, Unix, User Accounts, Network Routing, Process Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Advanced Python Scripting for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Network Security, Cyber Operations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Network Monitoring, Penetration Testing, Anomaly Detection, Exploitation techniques, Brute-force attacks, Scripting, Authentications, Python Programming, Data Access, Identity and Access Management, Automation

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    81 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Akamai Technologies, Inc.

    Python Scripting Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Scripting, Scripting Languages, MySQL, Data Structures, File I/O, Python Programming, Program Development, Databases, Web Applications, SQL, File Management, Programming Principles

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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Linux: Introduction to Shell Scripting for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Linux Commands, Linux, Scripting, Unix Commands, DevOps, Test Script Development, Devops Tools, Scripting Languages, File Management, Unix, Command-Line Interface, File I/O

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    86 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    PowerShell for Penetration Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Active Directory, Windows PowerShell, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Exploitation techniques, Test Script Development, Security Testing, API Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Cloud Security, Windows Servers, Microsoft Servers, IT Automation, Scripting, Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Azure, Vulnerability Assessments, MySQL Workbench, Cloud Computing

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Automation and Scripting with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Git (Version Control System), Test Script Development, Scripting, Version Control, Test Automation, IT Automation, Email Automation, Test Tools, Software Testing, Cloud API, Scripting Languages, Automation, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Ethics, Scalability, Python Programming, File I/O, Productivity

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Python Scripting for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Containerization, File I/O, Package and Software Management, Unified Modeling Language, Software Testing, Docker (Software), Development Environment, Unit Testing, Application Deployment, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), Scripting, Data Modeling, DevOps, Data Persistence, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Scripting Languages, Data Structures, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting: Unit 1: Pearson
  • Unix and Linux Command Line Mastery: EDUCBA
  • Linux Security Scripting and Certification Preparation: John Wiley & Sons
  • Python Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Scripting in Python: Rice University
  • Networking, Shell & System Management: Total Seminars
  • Advanced Python Scripting for Cybersecurity: Infosec
  • Python Scripting Fundamentals: Akamai Technologies, Inc.
  • Linux: Introduction to Shell Scripting for DevOps: Coursera
  • PowerShell for Penetration Testing: Packt

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