Linux/Unix Getting Started Training Course – Mastering the basics of the terminal and shell environment
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Even if you are the only one registered, the session will still take place (except in cases of force majeure).
Description of the Linux/Unix Getting Started Training Course
This Linux Unix training course is aimed at anyone who wants to acquire a solid foundation in the shell environment, understand Unix logic, and quickly become self-sufficient in a professional context (development, infrastructure, cybersecurity, etc.).
The command line is at the heart of any Unix/Linux system. It allows for fine control of the system, automated tasks, administration, and development.
Format
Remote (recorded sessions).
GOOD TO KNOW
This training course includes numerous exercises (60% practical) to enhance learning. Even if you are the only one registered, the session will still take place (except in cases of force majeure). A preliminary interview is held between the participant and/or a company representative in order to fully assess the participant’s profile (level, needs, professional context, challenges, etc.).
Assessment : during the training course, the trainer assesses the participants’ progress through multiple-choice questions, role-playing exercises and practical work. Participants receive a certificate of completion at the end of the training course.
objectives of the Linux/Unix Getting Started Training Course
By the end, each participant will be able to :
- Understand the Unix/Linux environment and how it works.
- Use basic terminal commands effectively.
- Navigate the file tree and manage permissions.
- Manipulate files, redirect streams, and chain commands.
- Manage processes, schedule tasks, and interact with the shell environment.
- Work in a Linux/Unix environment in a business setting.
Prerequisites of the Linux/Unix Getting Started Training Course
- Know how to use a computer (Windows, macOS, or Linux)
- No prior knowledge of Linux is required
- Technical curiosity is welcome
- Because each participant has a unique background and expectations, a preliminary interview with our expert allows us to precisely identify their objectives, level and professional challenges.
This enables us to tailor the training content to ensure relevant and personalised learning.
Target Audience
Junior technicians, developers, QA engineers, junior administrators.
Detailed of the Linux/Unix Getting Started Training Course
Introduction to Unix/Linux
History, distributions, terminal vs. graphical interface, users, UNIX philosophy (everything is a file).
Navigating the file system
Commands ls, cd, pwd, find, file, tree, relative and absolute paths, tree structure.
Handling files and folders
Creating, deleting, moving, copying, renaming (mkdir, rm, mv, cp, touch), redirections, pipes (>, >>, |), searching with grep.
Access rights and users
Reading permissions (ls -l), chmod, chown, umask commands, users/groups, rights management.
Processes, tasks and environment
Launching, monitoring, killing a process (ps, top, kill), environment variables, text editors (nano, vi), simple scripts.
Automation and useful controls
Scheduling with cron, log viewing, compression (tar, gzip, zip), device mounting, network commands (ping, netstat).
The advantages of this training course
- Practical and progressive content
- Suitable for all types of technical profiles
- infrastructure, development, QA, junior DevOps, etc.)
- Numerous concrete examples + corrected exercises
- Can be adapted to specific contexts (Docker, security, Bash scripting, etc.)
FORMA-IT's training courses are also supportive
At Forma-IT, we believe that training can also be a lever for solidarity. This is why part of each registration is donated to associations that work in areas that are close to our hearts:
The SPA, for animal protection
The Restos du Cœur, for the fight against precariousness
Ludopital, to make the daily lives of hospitalized children easier
- APF France Handicap, for the rights of people with disabilities and their families
By choosing Forma-IT, you invest in your skills while contributing to essential causes.
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