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Linux for Developers

In course 1 we talked about open source software and the motivation and methods of using it. In course 2, we will introduce you to Linux systems, and help you feel comfortable working at the command line:

What Linux is

Linux history

How to separate the kernel from the entire operating system

Making contributions to the kernel

Graphical system, and how it works

Working at the command line

Filesystem layout, partitions

Monitoring utilities

What Linux is

Linux history

How to separate the kernel from the entire operating system

Making contributions to the kernel

Graphical system, and how it works

Working at the command line

Filesystem layout, partitions

Monitoring utilities

You will learn what it’s like to work on Linux system, and get a good understanding of the essential skills you need when you work on a daily basis with Linux systems.

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Syllabus

LINUX ORIENTATION

STARTING TO WORK IN LINUX

System Components

Command Details

System Administration and User Management

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Examines Linux systems, which are widely used in industry

Provides a good foundation in the essential skills needed to work with Linux systems daily

Taught by Jerry Cooperstein, who has extensive experience with Linux systems

Builds a strong foundation for beginners who want to learn about Linux systems

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Linux for developers

Learners say this course provides a good survey of Linux for developers in a relatively engaging yet challenging way. Readings are comprehensive, lectures are well-paced, and assignments help students practice key concepts. Instructors are knowledgeable, clear, and experienced, and the deadlines are reasonable. However, some students found the course to be disorganized, with difficult exams and not enough practice in the labs. Students say this course is best for those with some programming experience who want to build on their foundational knowledge and who learn best by doing.

Challenging but rewarding

"I am not sure if it is really for beginners."

"Some of the questions were pretty silly on the exams, testing trivia instead of real understanding."

"I think someone without some background in operating systems would be a bit lost."

Good for practice

"Amazing course. It really puts into perspective the skills required to operate Linux, which applies to multiple OS."

"Many times as developers, we think being in computer science means to write programs."

"In academia, you often get blinded to the fact that you work on standalone systems when in industry, you will rarely ever work on a standalone system; you will most always work on a company network so you will need to understand how the OS will handle your software programs."

Comprehensive

"It was a good intro to Linux class but there is room for improvement."

"Some of the videos, like the GUI demos, are pretty pointless."

"I think that a little bit of planning and organizing would've made the course far more helpful."

Well-paced and engaging

"The course takes a middle ground between high and low level information."

"I often found some questions on the exams are not intuitively correct and often differ from the information provided."

"Under no circumstances would one treat /home like the former two directories, which are fleeting and fast-paced."

Knowledgeable and experienced

"The contents are what you would expect."

"I really enjoyed this course."

"One thing I would have loved is a downloadable version of the reading material so I could store those as cheat sheets if you will on my local machine as handy references for the future, as a lot of material is covered in this course."

Reasonable

"Good course with a lot of knowledge."

"A variety of subjects is explained."

"Also the structure is sometimes a bit chaotic: sudo appears at the very beginning but we only learn how it acctually works at the end of the course."

Inadequate practice

"The course falls tragically short of where it could be."

"Following along with an AWS RHEL instance was impossible for all but the most basic functions."

"It appears that the information in this class was valid as of 2015-2016, and hasn't been updated since."

Lacking organization

"I am experienced Unix administrator and this course is directed for developers, but it should covers the fundamentals."

"I think that one should not focus on the Linux history or who is managing Linux development etc. and it was most difficult quiz for me."

"The other ones have also inadequate or inaccurate questions or answers, like for updating system: if there is 'sudo yum update' one can assume that user is not 'root', so the answer 'dnf update' should not be correct, because regular user cannot update the system."

Difficult and sometimes unfair

"Amazing course."

"It really puts into perspective the skills required to operate Linux, which applies to multiple OS."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Linux for Developers with these activities:

Review key Linux commands

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Refresh your memory of basic Linux commands to enhance your understanding of the course content.

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Create a cheat sheet of essential commands
Practice using commands in a Linux terminal

Organize course notes and assignments

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Enhance your learning by organizing your course materials for easy reference and review.

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Create a system for organizing notes, assignments, and other course materials
Review and summarize key concepts from each lecture
Identify areas where you need further understanding

Navigate Linux command line

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Reinforce your understanding of Linux commands by practicing navigation and file manipulation in the command line.

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Install a Linux virtual machine or use an online Linux environment
Execute basic commands for navigation and file management
Troubleshoot common navigation issues

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Compile a reference guide for Linux commands

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Create a handy reference guide to keep essential Linux commands and utilities at your fingertips.

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Gather a list of essential Linux commands and their usage
Organize the commands into categories or sections
Add brief descriptions and examples for each command
Make the guide easily accessible for quick reference

Explore advanced command line features

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Expand your Linux skills by learning advanced command line features and tools.

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Identify useful command line tools for your workflow
Follow online tutorials or documentation to learn how to use these tools
Practice using these tools in your projects or daily tasks

Document Linux system configuration

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Solidify your understanding of the Linux system by documenting its configuration and components.

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Identify key configuration files and directories
Create a detailed documentation of the system configuration
Share your documentation with others for feedback

Install and configure a Linux distribution

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Gain practical experience in Linux system administration by installing and configuring a distribution.

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Choose a Linux distribution and download the ISO file
Create a bootable USB drive or DVD
Install the Linux distribution on a virtual machine or physical computer
Configure the system settings, network, and software packages

Contribute to an open-source Linux project

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Engage in real-world experience by contributing to an open-source Linux project.

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Choose an open-source Linux project to contribute to
Identify an area where you can make a contribution
Follow the project's contribution guidelines
Submit your contribution and seek feedback from the community

Career center

Learners who complete Linux for Developers will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Web Developer

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Full-Stack Developer

Full Stack Developers are responsible for the development of both the client-side and server-side of web applications. They are responsible for writing and maintaining the code that handles the data processing, database interactions, user interface, interactivity, and other front-end and back-end functionality. This course provides Full Stack Developers with the essential skills they need to work effectively with Linux systems, which are widely used in the web development industry. The course covers topics such as the Linux kernel, command line, filesystem layout, and monitoring utilities, which are all essential for Full Stack Developers who want to be successful in their field.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers are responsible for bridging the gap between software development and IT operations. They are responsible for ensuring that software is deployed and managed efficiently and reliably. This course provides DevOps Engineers with the essential skills they need to work effectively with Linux systems, which are widely used in the software development and IT operations industries. The course covers topics such as the Linux kernel, command line, filesystem layout, and monitoring utilities, which are all essential for DevOps Engineers who want to be successful in their field.

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System Administrator

System Administrators are responsible for maintaining and managing computer systems and networks. They are responsible for ensuring that systems are up and running smoothly, and that data is safe and secure. This course provides System Administrators with the essential skills they need to work effectively with Linux systems, which are widely used in the IT industry. The course covers topics such as the Linux kernel, command line, filesystem layout, and monitoring utilities, which are all essential for System Administrators who want to be successful in their field.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers are responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud computing systems. They are responsible for ensuring that cloud systems are up and running smoothly, and that data is safe and secure. This course provides Cloud Engineers with the essential skills they need to work effectively with Linux systems, which are widely used in the cloud computing industry. The course covers topics such as the Linux kernel, command line, filesystem layout, and monitoring utilities, which are all essential for Cloud Engineers who want to be successful in their field.

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Software Developer

Software Developers are in charge of designing, developing, and implementing software systems. They are responsible for the entire software development life cycle, from requirements gathering to testing and deployment. This course provides Software Developers with the essential skills they need to work effectively with Linux systems, which are widely used in the software development industry. The course covers topics such as the Linux kernel, command line, filesystem layout, and monitoring utilities, which are all essential for Software Developers who want to be successful in their field.

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Security Analyst

Security Analysts are responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks. They are responsible for protecting computer systems and networks from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course provides Security Analysts with the essential skills they need to work effectively with Linux systems, which are widely used in the IT security industry. The course covers topics such as the Linux kernel, command line, filesystem layout, and monitoring utilities, which are all essential for Security Analysts who want to be successful in their field.

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Artificial Intelligence Engineer

Artificial Intelligence Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, and implementing artificial intelligence systems. They are responsible for using artificial intelligence to solve real-world problems. This course provides Artificial Intelligence Engineers with the essential skills they need to work effectively with Linux systems, which are widely used in the artificial intelligence industry. The course covers topics such as the Linux kernel, command line, filesystem layout, and monitoring utilities, which are all essential for Artificial Intelligence Engineers who want to be successful in their field.

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Backend Developer

Backend Developers are responsible for the development of the server-side of web applications. They are responsible for writing and maintaining the code that handles the data processing, database interactions, and other behind-the-scenes functionality. This course provides Backend Developers with the essential skills they need to work effectively with Linux systems, which are widely used in the web development industry. The course covers topics such as the Linux kernel, command line, filesystem layout, and monitoring utilities, which are all essential for Backend Developers who want to be successful in their field.

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Forensic Analyst

Forensic Analysts are responsible for investigating computer crimes and cyberattacks. They are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting digital evidence. This course provides Forensic Analysts with the essential skills they need to work effectively with Linux systems, which are widely used in the digital forensics industry. The course covers topics such as the Linux kernel, command line, filesystem layout, and monitoring utilities, which are all essential for Forensic Analysts who want to be successful in their field.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists are responsible for developing and implementing data-driven solutions to business problems. They are responsible for using data to build models that can predict future outcomes. This course provides Data Scientists with the essential skills they need to work effectively with Linux systems, which are widely used in the data science industry. The course covers topics such as the Linux kernel, command line, filesystem layout, and monitoring utilities, which are all essential for Data Scientists who want to be successful in their field.

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Frontend Developer

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Machine Learning Engineer

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Data Analyst

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators are responsible for designing, implementing, and managing computer networks. They are responsible for ensuring that networks are up and running smoothly, and that data is transmitted securely. This course provides Network Administrators with the essential skills they need to work effectively with Linux systems, which are widely used in the IT industry. The course covers topics such as the Linux kernel, command line, filesystem layout, and monitoring utilities, which are all essential for Network Administrators who want to be successful in their field.

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Reading list

We've selected 12 books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Linux for Developers.

Linux in a Nutshell

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Provides an overview of many of the core concepts in Linux, including the Linux file system, shell commands, Linux tools, networking, and system administration.

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