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This course is part of the Advanced Unix System Programming and Performance Specialization

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There are 2 modules in this course

This course empowers learners to apply, analyze, and automate Unix-based system operations using real-world command-line workflows and shell scripting techniques. Through hands-on lessons, participants will execute file and directory management tasks, analyze interprocess communication (IPC) concepts, and demonstrate proficiency in using core Unix utilities.

As learners progress, they will differentiate between Bourne, Korn, and C shells, and construct efficient shell scripts for streamlining system processes. With a structured mix of file handling, process control, system diagnostics, and scripting best practices, this course equips learners with the practical skills to evaluate system behaviors, formulate command solutions, and synthesize shell-based automation tools in Unix environments. Ideal for aspiring system administrators, developers, and engineers, the course culminates in graded assessments and quizzes that reinforce critical thinking and real-time command execution.

This module introduces learners to essential Unix file operations, process communication methods, and system utility commands. It explores how Unix handles files, interprocess data exchanges, and provides learners with hands-on command-line proficiency including searching, scheduling, and monitoring system resources.

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15 videos4 assignments

15 videosTotal 103 minutes

Saw - Searching - File Management4 minutes
Process Communication - Process - Communication9 minutes
Receive - Communication - Request7 minutes
Process - Going Process Going - Process Going Process8 minutes
Process - Data - Executing9 minutes
Request - Process - Data6 minutes
The Review of Unix Commands at A Glance6 minutes
Owner Permission Commands7 minutes
Crontab Command7 minutes
Df Command in Detail and Env Command9 minutes
System Utilities4 minutes
Shutdown and Ruptime Commands5 minutes
Tty and Stty Command4 minutes
Who and At Commands5 minutes
Clear and Nohup Command6 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Interprocess Communication and Command Mastery30 minutes
Unix File Handling and Process Communication10 minutes
Command Utilities Overview10 minutes
system and Terminal Utilities10 minutes

This module focuses on Unix shell environments and the foundational techniques of shell scripting. Learners explore the Bourne, Korn, and C shells, grasp initialization files, and practice using scripting syntax, input/output redirection, and command chaining to automate and streamline Unix operations.