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Command Line in Linux
Skills you'll gain: Linux
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
939 reviews
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
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Files and directories in the Linux filesystem
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
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Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting
Skills you'll gain: Linux
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
654 reviews
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
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Advanced Commands in Linux
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
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Linux: File Management for Devops
Skills you'll gain: Linux
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
61 reviews
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
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Linux: Processes & System Resource Management for DevOps
Skills you'll gain: DevOps, Linux
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
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The Bash Shell and Basic Scripting in Linux
Skills you'll gain: Linux
4.1
Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
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Getting Started with Linux Terminal
Skills you'll gain: DevOps
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
141 reviews
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
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Practical Vim Editor Commands On Linux
Skills you'll gain: Linux
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
162 reviews
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
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Linux: Introduction to Shell Scripting for DevOps
Skills you'll gain: Linux
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
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Linux Daemon with Go: Build a Webpage Database Crawler
Skills you'll gain: Linux
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
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Practical Introduction to the Command Line
Skills you'll gain: Computer Programming
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
376 reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions about Linux Projects

Linux Projects offers hands-on learning to build your Linux skills. Designed with job-related tasks in mind, each project provides a unique opportunity to practice and acquire new skills. Expert guidance is available through pre-recorded videos to assist you along the way. Elevate your skill set with Linux Projects!‎

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Not sure which Linux Projects is the right fit for your skill level? No worries! We've organized our projects into easily navigable skill tiers—beginner, intermediate, and advanced—so you can pinpoint the perfect project that aligns with your current Linux expertise. Start enhancing your skills with a project that's tailor-made for you. Your path to Linux mastery is just a click away!‎

If a project is either too simple or too challenging, switching between Linux projects is an available option. Choose a project that best aligns with your skill level to maximize learning and skill development in Linux.‎

Absolutely! Linux projects are designed to provide job-related skills ideal for showcasing in your portfolio or resume. Elevate your career prospects by adding these hands-on experiences to your professional qualifications.‎

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Linux Projects to Practice & Develop Your Skills

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Command Line in Linux

Files and directories in the Linux filesystem

Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting

Advanced Commands in Linux

Linux: File Management for Devops

Linux: Processes & System Resource Management for DevOps

The Bash Shell and Basic Scripting in Linux

Getting Started with Linux Terminal

Practical Vim Editor Commands On Linux

Linux: Introduction to Shell Scripting for DevOps

Linux Daemon with Go: Build a Webpage Database Crawler

Practical Introduction to the Command Line

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