Jumpstart your Linux journey with a practical, no-jargon crash course designed for total beginners. Through clear, step-by-step explanations and hands-on labs, you’ll learn the core concepts and commands needed to navigate the Linux filesystem, find reliable documentation, and manage files and directories with confidence. No prior Linux experience required—just basic comfort with a keyboard and terminal. Works on Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, CentOS, or Linux on Windows/macOS via WSL or a VM.
What you’ll learn:
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Linux and the terminal: What the shell is (e.g., Bash), how to open a terminal, read the prompt, and use tab completion and history for speed.
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Built-in documentation: Quickly find and understand command usage with man, apropos, and --help so you can self-serve answers.
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Paths and navigation: Grasp absolute vs relative paths; use pwd, ls, and cd; understand ., .., and ~; confidently traverse the Linux filesystem.
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Essential file and directory commands: Create and organize with mkdir and touch; view and inspect files with cat and less; move/rename with mv; copy with cp; remove with rm; use wildcards safely.
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Practical workflow: Build a project directory tree, organize files, preview contents, troubleshoot common mistakes, and clean up safely.
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Guided practice: Beginner-focused exercises after each topic to reinforce skills and build muscle memory.
Who this course is for:
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New developers, QA engineers, data practitioners, IT/DevOps newcomers, and students who need a fast, practical intro to Linux.
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Windows or macOS users moving to the Linux command line (WSL, remote servers, or cloud shells).
By the end: You’ll navigate the filesystem confidently, find help quickly with man and apropos, and manage files and directories using essential Linux commands. You’ll have the foundational skills to connect to remote Linux systems, document your work, and continue into more advanced topics at your own pace.
