Linux As You Go

This concise and practical Linux command-line course is designed for beginners and professionals who want to quickly build hands-on knowledge of essential Linux commands. Each lesson is short and focused—about three minutes or less—making it perfect for fast-paced learners or those with limited time.

You'll start with the basics, learning how to navigate the file system using commands like ls to list files and directories, and cat to display file contents. You’ll practice creating, moving, and removing files and directories using commands such as touch, mkdir, mv, and rm. The course also covers file and directory permissions in detail, teaching you how to view and change them using the chmod command—an essential skill for managing access and securing your system.

Next, you’ll explore the power of pipelines (|) to connect commands, and the tee command to split output between the screen and a file. You'll learn how to log command output, extract specific parts of log files, and monitor logs in real time.

The course also introduces the awk command for parsing structured text and provides effective methods for searching inside files using tools like grep. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to confidently work in the Linux environment, handle files and logs efficiently, and automate tasks using the command line. Whether you're a developer, sysadmin, or student, these skills will enhance your productivity and understanding of Linux systems.