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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


  • 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, Model View Controller, Data-oriented programming, Business Logic, Program Development, User Interface (UI), Python Programming

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    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 stars, 4.4K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    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

    4.6 stars, 34 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    Jq Command Tutorials for Bash Shell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), JSON, Shell Script, Scripting, Unix Shell, Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Restful API, Command-Line Interface, Kubernetes, Software Installation, Data Import/Export, File I/O

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply PowerShell Scripting for Automation and Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Scripting, Systems Administration, IT Automation, Scripting Languages, Automation, Application Development, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Development Testing

    5 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Linux Tools for Text Processing

    Skills you'll gain: grep, Linux Commands, Linux, Unix Commands, Unix Shell, Linux Administration, Data Processing, Text Mining, Command-Line Interface, Data Manipulation, Unix, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pearson

    Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting: Scripting and Automation

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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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, Cloud Security, Windows Servers, Cyber Security Assessment, Microsoft Servers, IT Automation, Scripting, Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Azure, Vulnerability Assessments, MySQL Workbench, Cloud Computing

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • 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, System Software, Systems Administration, System Programming, Scripting Languages, grep, OS Process Management, Data Storage

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • C

    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

    4.6 stars, 86 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (86) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    PowerShell for Automating Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, IT Automation, Scripting, Automation, Windows Servers, System Configuration, Scripting Languages, Microsoft Servers, Server Administration, Administration, Software Installation, Servers, Verification And Validation, Cloud Deployment, Data Import/Export, Service Management, Remote Access Systems, Extensible Markup Language (XML), File Management, Debugging

    2.8 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 2.8 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Python Scripting for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Computer Programming, Data Storage, Program Development, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments

    4 stars, 143 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (143) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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