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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

    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

  • P

    Packt

    Python in Action: Scripting, Automation, and Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Flask (Web Framework), Selenium (Software), Web Development, Scripting, Test Automation, Web Applications, Python Programming, Email Automation, Application Programming Interface (API), Automation, Data Processing, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Science, Data Analysis, Professional Development, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Relational Database Administrator with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Database Administration, Data Warehousing, Web Scraping, Bash (Scripting Language), Package and Software Management, Data Engineering, Data Pipelines, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Design, Database Management, Relational Databases, Linux Commands, SQL, Shell Script, Apache Kafka, Data Store, Generative AI, Python Programming, Data Security

    4.6 stars, 62K reviews, Intermediate, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (62K) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply PowerShell Scripting for Automation and Projects

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

  • P

    Packt

    Linux Command Line Masterclass - Beginner To Power User

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Commands, Linux, Package and Software Management, Remote Access Systems, OS Process Management, File Systems, Ubuntu, Shell Script, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Operating System Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Command-Line Interface, Scripting, grep, Scripting Languages, Authorization (Computing), File Management, Operating Systems

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Execute Linux Commands and Manage Packages

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, Linux, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, grep, Operating System Administration, File Systems, Software Installation, File I/O, File Management, Administration, System Software, Editing, Writing and Editing, Information Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • C

    Coursera

    Linux: Introduction to Shell Scripting for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux Commands, Linux, Scripting, Unix Commands, DevOps, Scripting Languages, File Management, Unix, Command-Line Interface

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

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

  • R

    Rice University

    Introduction to Scripting in Python

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

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

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

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Unix Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Unix Shell, Unix, Git (Version Control System), Unix Commands, Version Control, Bash (Scripting Language), grep, Ubuntu, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Shell Script, Linux, Mac OS, Scripting, File Management

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    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, Security Testing, API Testing, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Assessment, IT Automation, Scripting, Microsoft Azure, Vulnerability Assessments, PostgreSQL, Cloud Computing

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Advanced Unix Concepts and IPC

    Skills you'll gain: Unix Shell, Unix Commands, Shell Script, Unix, Command-Line Interface, Scripting, System Monitoring, File Management, File Systems, OS Process Management, Operating Systems, Process Management, Operations, Communication, Scheduling

    5 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Advanced Unix System Programming and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Unix Shell, Unix Commands, Unix, Shell Script, Command-Line Interface, Remote Access Systems, Systems Administration, File I/O, IT Automation, Operating System Administration, Scripting, User Accounts, File Systems, System Monitoring, File Management, OS Process Management, Authorization (Computing), Operating Systems, Process Management, Identity and Access Management

    4.8 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (61) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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