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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


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    EDUCBA

    Linux Bash: Automate, Debug & Process Text

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux Commands, Unix Shell, Linux, Scripting, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Unix, Scripting Languages, IT Automation, Debugging, Development Environment, Automation, Productivity, Editing, System Configuration, Administration, Reliability, Environment

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Python Scripting for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Devops Tools, Software Development Tools, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Program Development

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    31 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    AI CERTs

    Bitcoin Scripting Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Test Script Development, Scripting Languages, Debugging, Key Management, Data Structures

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Advanced Commands in Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Linux Administration, OS Process Management, Unix, Ubuntu, System Monitoring, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Duke University

    Building a Bash Command-Line Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Scripting, Unix Shell, Command-Line Interface, Scripting Languages, Code Reusability, Automation, DevOps

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Python Scripting Case Study - Creating a Console Application

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Data Validation, Record Keeping, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Problem Solving

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Python Scripting Training

    Skills you'll gain: Shell Script

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Ruby Scripting for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Ruby (Programming Language), Scripting Languages, Scripting, Devops Tools, DevOps, Computer Programming Tools

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Command Mastery and Unix Help Tools

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    143 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Introduction to Python for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Devops Tools, Jupyter, DevOps, Program Development, IT Automation, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Code Reusability, Python Programming, Package and Software Management, Virtual Environment, Software Installation, Data Structures, Software Versioning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Intermediate Python Skills for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Import/Export, IT Automation, DevOps, Scripting, Python Programming, Debugging, Event Monitoring, Context Management, OS Process Management, Configuration Management, File Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular shell scripting courses

  • Linux Bash: Automate, Debug & Process Text: EDUCBA
  • Python Scripting for DevOps: Coursera
  • Bitcoin Scripting Foundations: AI CERTs
  • Advanced Commands in Linux: Coursera
  • Building a Bash Command-Line Tool: Duke University
  • Python Scripting Case Study - Creating a Console Application: EDUCBA
  • Python Scripting Training: EDUCBA
  • Ruby Scripting for DevOps: Coursera
  • Command Mastery and Unix Help Tools: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Python Scripting for DevOps: LearnQuest

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