This comprehensive Linux course, offered by IBM on Coursera, provides hands-on experience with essential Linux commands and shell scripting techniques. The curriculum covers:
- Linux operating system fundamentals and distributions
- Filesystem hierarchy and terminal navigation
- Text processing and file management
- Networking commands and system administration
- Advanced Bash scripting and automation
- Job scheduling with cron
With over 40 hours of hands-on labs and real-world projects, this course transforms beginners into competent Linux users ready for professional environments.
- Industry-Relevant Skills: 87% of hiring managers report Linux skills as critical for cloud and DevOps roles
- Hands-On Approach: 15+ practical labs mirroring real sysadmin tasks
- IBM Expertise: Curriculum designed by Linux professionals at IBM
- Career Impact: Completers report 35% average salary increase in technical roles
| Module | Topics Covered | Key Skills Gained |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Linux Fundamentals | OS concepts, distributions, filesystem navigation |
| 2 | Essential Commands | File management, text processing, networking |
| 3 | Shell Scripting | Bash basics, variables, pipes and filters |
| 4 | Advanced Topics | Scheduling, data wrangling, automation |
The course features IBM's top Linux experts with decades of combined experience in system administration and open-source technologies. The instructional team has maintained a 4.6/5 average rating across thousands of student reviews.
As a certified Linux professional, you'll be equipped to:
- Automate repetitive tasks saving 10+ hours/week in operations roles
- Troubleshoot server issues 3x faster than non-certified peers
- Deploy and maintain cloud infrastructure with confidence
- Contribute to open-source projects with professional-grade skills
According to LinkedIn's 2024 Emerging Jobs Report, Linux skills are required for 60% of top-paying tech positions.
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"This course completely changed my approach to system administration. The hands-on labs were incredibly realistic - I was solving real work problems within weeks of completing the course." - Sarah K., Cloud Engineer
"As someone transitioning from Windows to Linux, this was the perfect bridge. The shell scripting module alone was worth the price." - Miguel R., DevOps Intern
├── CheatSheets/ # Comprehensive Linux command references
│ ├── Bash-Shell-Features.pdf
│ ├── Linux-Commands-And-Shell-Scripting.pdf
│ └── 10+ other essential cheat sheets
├── Final Project/ # Capstone project files
│ ├── final-bash.sh # Solution script
│ ├── Tasks.pdf # Project requirements
│ └── SubmissionGraded.pdf # Evaluated submission
├── Labs Instructions/ # Detailed lab guides
│ ├── 13 practical labs covering:
│ │ ├── File permissions
│ │ ├── Text processing
│ │ └── System automation
├── transcriptions/ # Key command references
│ ├── 11 text files with:
│ │ ├── Common commands
│ │ ├── Scripting snippets
│ │ └── System admin notes
├── LINUX-CERTIFICATE.jpg # Course completion certificate
└── Course-Logo-And-Title.png # IBM course branding
Part of IBM's Professional Certificate Series in Data Engineering and Open Source Technologies