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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


  • B

    Board Infinity

    Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Monitoring, Penetration Testing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Command-Line Interface, Security Testing, Linux Commands, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Linux, Software Installation, Network Security, Linux Administration, Network Analysis

    ★ 4.3 (238) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Infosec

    Advanced Python - Reconnaissance

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Penetration Testing, Brute-force attacks, Cyber Operations, Scripting, Cybersecurity, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Automation

    ★ 4.4 (55) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • K

    KodeKloud

    Docker for Beginners with Hands-on labs

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Application Deployment, Linux Commands, Devops Tools, Unix Commands, DevOps, YAML, Command-Line Interface, Data Storage, Software Installation, File Systems, Computer Networking, Data Persistence

    ★ 4.5 (159) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Metasploit for Beginners: Ethical Penetration Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Machines, Linux, Technical Documentation

    ★ 4.8 (72) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    IBM

    Practice Exams for CompTIA A+ Certification: Core 1 & Core 2

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Network Infrastructure, Data Storage, Command-Line Interface, Peripheral Devices, Software Installation, Security Controls, Unix Commands, Active Directory, Technical Support and Services, System Configuration

    ★ 4.7 (63) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    Epic Games

    Unreal Engine Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Version Control, 3D Assets, Video Game Development, Software Configuration Management, Game Design, Content Management, Computer Graphic Techniques, User Interface (UI), Collaborative Software, Data Import/Export, Software Installation

    ★ 4.6 (90) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Selenium

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Test Script Development, Test Automation, Debugging, Scripting, Automation, Web Scraping, Software Testing, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

    ★ 4.6 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    The Complete Ethical Hacking Course

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Exploit development, OSI Models, Network Security, Exploitation techniques, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Operations, Malware Protection, Network Protocols, Security Testing, Cyber Attacks, Wireless Networks, Application Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Monitoring, Linux, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    ★ 4.7 (25) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Skillshare

    A Masterclass in Animation

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animations, Animation and Game Design, Multimedia, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Logo Design, Cinematography, Video Editing, Post-Production, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Photo/Video Production and Technology, Autodesk, Visual Storytelling, Graphical Tools, Creative Design

    ★ 4.4 (31) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Infosec

    Operating System Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Security Testing, Linux, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Operating Systems, Exploitation techniques, Microsoft Windows, File Systems, Mac OS

    ★ 4.6 (98) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    ServiceNow System Administrator from Zero to Hero

    Skills you'll gain: ServiceNow, Service Level, Systems Administration, User Accounts, Service Management, User Provisioning, Database Application, Security Controls, Business Process Automation, Enterprise Application Management, Email Automation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), System Configuration, Identity and Access Management, Information Management, Data Security, Automation, Content Management, Scripting

    ★ 4.2 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Complex Retrieval Queries in MySQL Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Data Validation, SQL, MySQL, Query Languages, Analytical Skills, Relational Databases, Scripting, Verification And Validation, Database Management

    ★ 4.5 (67) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular shell scripting courses

  • Kali Linux: Board Infinity
  • Advanced Python - Reconnaissance: Infosec
  • Docker for Beginners with Hands-on labs: KodeKloud
  • Metasploit for Beginners: Ethical Penetration Testing: Coursera
  • Practice Exams for CompTIA A+ Certification: Core 1 & Core 2: IBM
  • Unreal Engine Fundamentals : Epic Games
  • Introduction to Selenium: Coursera
  • The Complete Ethical Hacking Course: Packt
  • A Masterclass in Animation: Skillshare
  • Operating System Foundations: Infosec

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