Gain an in-depth understanding of the Linux command line from basic to higher-level concepts with live demonstrations.
Key Features
- A highly practical and comprehensive course on Linux command line for the beginners from scratch
- Master the basics of the Linux command line to fast-track and automate your work with simple steps
- The cheat sheet provided is admirably succinct with tips and tricks on the Linux terminal
Book Description
This Linux command line foundation will help you with anything IT-related: web or software development, data science, machine learning, robotics, system administration, etc. This is the building block you need in order to go in any other direction. And there are many things that look fancy but are a waste of time, especially when you begin. No need to learn 150 commands to get started. You can go a long way with just a few and a good understanding.
This course starts with a step-by-step on how to install Ubuntu on a virtual machine, with a minimal and clean setup. Once you have your Linux OS ready to be used, you will directly jump in and learn how to navigate and understand the Linux file system, create and manage your own files and folders, write into files using a command-line text editor (Nano), change files and users' permissions, install and update software, monitor Linux processes and computer resources, and remotely connect to a Linux machine using SSH.
On top of all that, you will also learn how to improve your efficiency with the terminal, using auto-completion, pipes, search tools, keyboard shortcuts, multi-terminal setup, and more.
You will also look at the best practices and start off on the right foot with the Linux command line.
By the end of the course, you will have mastered the basics of the Linux command line and be confident with using the Linux terminal for your daily tasks. Use this solid foundation on any Linux-based projects in the near future.
All the resource files are added to the GitHub repository at: https://github.com/PacktPublishing/Practical-Linux-Command-Line-2.0
What you will learn
- Install all the essential software and set up the environment
- Navigate in the Linux file system to create, remove, and copy files and folders
- Edit files in the terminal with the help of the Nano text editor
- Understand how to remotely connect to a Linux terminal with SSH
- Use terminal shortcuts to go faster and apply best practices right from the start
- Work with multiple terminal windows at the same time
Who this book is for
This course is for complete beginners who want to really understand what to do and want to get the "why" behind the Linux command line. It will also benefit Linux users who want a quick and to-the-point refresher.
Anyone who wants to work in IT because, well, Linux command line is everywhere and you can't just ignore it.
A computer and a strong will to learn are the only prerequisites for this course.
