Master essential Linux developer tools: Command-line utilities, bash scripting, and package management.
Master essential Linux developer tools: Command-line utilities, bash scripting, and package management.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Master essential Linux command-line tools
Create and debug bash shell scripts
Understand Linux file systems and permissions
Work with gcc and other compilers
Build RPM and Debian packages
Manage and link libraries effectively
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
1.1 Hours PreRecorded video
7 assignments
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There are 3 modules in this course
This comprehensive course teaches developers essential Linux tools and utilities. The curriculum covers three main areas: command-line tools for text manipulation and automation, file system management and permissions, and development tools including compilation and package management. Students learn through hands-on labs and demonstrations, mastering bash scripting, working with gcc compilers, debugging with gdb, and building RPM and Debian packages. The course emphasizes practical skills needed for everyday development work in Linux environments.
Command Line Tools
Module 1 · 7 Hours to complete
Files and Filesystems
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Linux Developer Methods
Module 3 · 4 Hours to complete
Instructor
Linux Systems Educator
Timothy Serewicz is an experienced instructor for The Linux Foundation, specializing in open source software development, Linux, and developer tools. He teaches multiple Coursera courses, including "Linux Tools for Developers" and "Linux for Developers," where he equips learners with skills in command-line tools, file systems, shell scripting, debugging, and package management. Timothy’s courses blend real-world examples with hands-on assignments to help professionals master Linux development environments and open source workflows
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