Hands-on Introduction to Linux Commands and Shell Scripting

Linux is one of the most popular operating systems with a large user-base of developers and programmers. Linux has been around since the 1990s and has reached a user-base that spans around the world. Linux is everywhere. It is in your phones, your thermostats, and in your cars.

In this module, you will learn about the history of Linux, its various distributions and the standard architecture that they all use, and how you can use the Linux terminal and shell to interact with your Linux system. You will also learn how to create and edit text files and explore how to update and install software on your system.

In this module, you will learn about the characteristics of Linux commands. You will explore the different Linux commands and their outputs such as informational commands, file and directory navigation and management commands, file archiving and compression commands, and finally networking commands.

A shell is a powerful user interface for Unix-like operating systems. It can interpret commands and run other programs. It also enables access to files, utilities, and applications, and is an interactive scripting language. Additionally, you can use a shell to automate tasks. Linux shell commands are used for navigating and working with files and directories. You can also use them for file compression and archiving.

In this module, you will learn about the characteristics of shell scripting. You will explore the different Linux commands and their outputs, Bash scripting, and how to schedule jobs using crontab. You will learn how to work with filters, pipes, and variables.