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Introduction to the Linux Command Line Interface
Basics of Bash and Essential Commands
Created byChandrashekar Babu
Last updated 2/2025
English
What you'll learn
- Learn how to get started on the Linux command-line
- Learn the essential features of Bash shell to improve your productivity at the shell prompt
- Learn how to manage files in Linux using standard commands and tools
- Learn how to manage permissions, privileges and ownerships of files in Linux
- Learn assortment of tools and utilities that enhance your skills on the Linux command-line
- Learn how to customize your shell environment using bash profiles
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Course content
11 sections • 65 lectures • 20h 22m total length
Requirements
- Learners must have access to Linux environment with bash installed and available
- Either a mainstream Linux distribution installed locally or on a VM, or access to a remote Linux host/server with bash shell configured, or WSL setup with a standard Linux distribution (Ubuntu / Fedora / ArchLinux) on Windows
Description
Unlock the power of the Linux command line! This hands-on course provides a deep dive into essential commands, file management, text processing, and powerful features of the Bash shell. Whether you are a beginner taking your first steps into Linux or a professional aiming to enhance your efficiency, this course will help you boost productivity and streamline your workflows using the command line.
You will master over 60 essential Linux commands with real-world usage examples, demonstrated through live screencasts. Each lesson is designed to provide hands-on experience, showing you exactly how to execute commands while explaining the underlying concepts in detail. From navigating the Linux filesystem and managing files to automating tasks using Bash scripting, this course offers a comprehensive learning experience that will transform you into a proficient Linux user.
The training consists of 65 structured lessons, each focusing on key aspects of command-line usage, ensuring that learners gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The step-by-step demonstrations allow you to follow along and apply what you learn immediately.
This course was developed by a seasoned Linux enthusiast with over 30 years of experience working in Linux environments and approximately 25 years of corporate training expertise in the Linux ecosystem. With a passion for teaching and a deep understanding of Linux internals, the instructor provides a structured and engaging approach to mastering the Linux command line.
Who this course is for:
- Beginners to Linux and shell / command-line interfaces
- Developers looking to enhance their Linux command-line skills
- IT professionals, devops, system administrators and security engineers