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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


  • P

    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

  • C

    Codio

    Unix and Bash for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, User Accounts, Unix Commands, Unix, Bash (Scripting Language), Command-Line Interface, Kubernetes, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, OS Process Management, Firewall, Ubuntu, Docker (Software), Containerization, Network Monitoring, File Systems, Shell Script, TCP/IP, Scripting, Version Control

    4 stars, 114 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4 (114) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Shell Scripting: Automation & Text Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Bash (Scripting Language), grep, Unix Shell, Unix Commands, Scripting, Unix, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Code Reusability, Windows PowerShell, IT Automation, User Interface (UI), Mac OS

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Python Scripting for DevOps

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

    4 stars, 210 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4 (210) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Python Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Data Validation, Scripting, Object Oriented Design, Development Environment, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Development, Django (Web Framework), Web Development Tools, Web Development, Development Testing, Customer Data Management, Scripting Languages, Shell Script, Data-oriented programming, Business Logic, Program Development, User Interface (UI), Python Programming, Back-End Web Development

    4.9 stars, 49 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (49) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Linux Shell Scripting: Bash Essentials & Core Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Linux Commands, Linux, Unix Commands, Unix, Command-Line Interface, Windows PowerShell, Scripting, Linux Administration, Scripting Languages, Mac OS, File I/O, File Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Packt

    Mastering PowerShell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Web Services, Scripting, Remote Access Systems, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Debugging, IT Automation, .NET Framework, Restful API, Microsoft Windows, Data Structures, Windows Servers, User Interface (UI)

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Shell Scripting: Security, Portability & Debugging

    Skills you'll gain: Unix Shell, Shell Script, Unix, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux, Secure Coding, Maintainability, Hardening, Command-Line Interface, Debugging, Windows PowerShell, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Cross Platform Development, Verification And Validation, Mac OS, User Accounts, Security Management

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Pearson

    Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting: Basics and Core Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Scripting, Microsoft Windows, Scripting Languages, Command-Line Interface, IT Automation

    4.4 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Command Line Interfaces and Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Linux, Linux Commands, Shell Script, Unix Shell, Command-Line Interface, Linux Administration, Unix, Unix Commands, File Systems, Operating Systems, Scripting, File Management, Systems Administration, Scripting Languages, grep, OS Process Management, Data Storage

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • P

    Pearson

    Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting: Scripting and Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Scripting, IT Automation, Network Monitoring, Network Administration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Unix and Linux Command Line Mastery

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

    4.8 stars, 55 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (55) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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