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Linux Commands Courses

Linux commands courses can help you learn file management, system navigation, process control, and user permissions. You can build skills in scripting with Bash, automating tasks, and managing software packages. Many courses introduce tools like the command line interface, text editors such as Vim or Nano, and version control systems like Git, showing how these skills are applied in practical work, from server management to software development.

Popular Linux Commands Courses and Certifications


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    Codio

    Mastering Ansible Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Package and Software Management, YAML, Configuration Management, System Configuration, Linux Administration, Unix, IT Automation, Automation, Web Applications, Unix Shell, Code Reusability, File Management, Cloud Infrastructure, DevOps, User Accounts

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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Cloud Native, Microservices, Containers, DevOps and Agile

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Docker (Software), Containerization, Microservices, Agile Methodology, DevOps, Agile Software Development, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Cloud Development, Agile Project Management, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Scrum (Software Development), Restful API, Continuous Delivery, Cloud Applications, Continuous Integration, Cloud Infrastructure, Postman API Platform, Continuous Deployment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Hadoop and Spark Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Big Data, Apache Hive, Data Lakes, Analytics, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Data Import/Export, Data Infrastructure, Linux Commands, Linux, File Systems, Data Management, Distributed Computing, Command-Line Interface, Relational Databases, Java, C++ (Programming Language)

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Ansible From Basics to Guru: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, IT Automation, Automation, Devops Tools, Linux Servers, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Windows Servers, Command-Line Interface, YAML, Configuration Management, Microsoft Windows

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    MySQL-for-Data-Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Bash (Scripting Language), Scripting, Database Management, Relational Databases, Shell Script, Database Administration, Command-Line Interface, Operational Databases, SQL, Databases, Data Import/Export, Database Application, Data Pipelines, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Processing, Linux

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Ultimate Guide to Raspberry Pi - Tips, Tricks, and Hacks

    Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Unix Commands, Remote Access Systems, Linux Commands, Unix Shell, Unix, System Configuration, Computer Hardware, Data Maintenance, Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, File Systems, Embedded Systems, USB, Operating Systems, File Management, Scripting, Peripheral Devices, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Exploiting and Securing Vulnerabilities in Java Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authentications, Exploit development, Penetration Testing, Security Strategy, Security Testing, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Code Review, Vulnerability Management, Secure Coding, Authorization (Computing), Exploitation techniques, Java, Security Controls, Java Programming, Patch Management, Dependency Analysis, Docker (Software), JSON

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Threat Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, General Networking, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Networking, Records Management, Record Keeping

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create C# App Inheritance, Composition, and Aggregation

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C# (Programming Language), Code Reusability, Application Development, Data Structures, Linux

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Write basic ansible playbooks

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Software Installation, File Management, IT Automation, YAML, System Configuration, DevOps

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.

    Check Point Jump Start: Harmony Endpoint Security

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Threat Detection, Malware Protection, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Attacks, Remote Access Systems, Zero Trust Network Access, Application Deployment, Network Protocols, Software Installation, Infrastructure Architecture, Communication Systems, Package and Software Management, Linux, Software Versioning

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    The Docker Masterclass for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), CI/CD, Containerization, Development Environment, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Devops Tools, Application Deployment, Linux, Linux Commands, Data Persistence, File Systems, Command-Line Interface, Data Sharing, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular linux commands courses

  • Mastering Ansible Automation: Codio
  • Cloud Native, Microservices, Containers, DevOps and Agile: IBM
  • Hadoop and Spark Fundamentals: Pearson
  • Ansible From Basics to Guru: Unit 1: Pearson
  • MySQL-for-Data-Engineering: Duke University
  • Ultimate Guide to Raspberry Pi - Tips, Tricks, and Hacks: Packt
  • Exploiting and Securing Vulnerabilities in Java Applications: University of California, Davis
  • Threat Response: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Create C# App Inheritance, Composition, and Aggregation: Coursera
  • Write basic ansible playbooks: Coursera

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