Linux Command Line Basics

• Basic computer literacy

Linux is an open source operating system that is popular among developers because of its stability, flexibility, and customizability.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn how to use the Linux Command Line and implement basic commands.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Have a good understanding of the Linux File System and the Linux Command Line
• Learn how to navigate the Linux File System using Linux commands
• Learn how to create and manipulate files and directories using Linux commands
• Create their own Linux commands

Audience

• Anyone interested in getting started with Linux
• Windows or Mac users who are interested in switching to Linux
• Existing Linux users who want to be more effective in using the Linux Command Line

Format of the course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises and heavy hands-on practice

Introduction

Quick Overview of Linux

Introduction to the Linux Shell and Terminal

• Opening the Terminal
• Using Simple Shell Commands

Understanding the Linux Directory Structure

Understanding Hard Links and Soft Links

Creating Linux Links on the Command Line

Using Commands to Navigate the Linux File System

• Moving Around Directories Using cd
• Viewing Directory Contents Using ls
• Viewing Hidden Files and Directories
• Checking File and Directory Sizes
• Checking File Types
• Creating and Deleting Files and Directories
• Implementing a Directory Loop
• Using the touch command
• Copying, Moving, and Renaming Files
• Dealing with Filenames
• Learning How to Auto-Complete Commands
• Learning Keyboard Shortcuts

Learning How to View and Edit Files on the Linux Command Line

• Using Gedit
• Using Nano
• Displaying the Command Line History
• Using Various Commands to View Text Files
  • less
  • cat and tac
  • head and tail
  • wc

Understanding More About Commands

• Exploring the Different Types of Commands
• Displaying the Location of Executable Commands
• Displaying the Help Pages
• Displaying the Manual Pages
• Displaying Command Descriptions

Creating Your Own Commands

• Executing Multiple Commands
• Using Wildcards
• Using Aliases

Troubleshooting

Closing Remarks