Medical Bioinformatics: Linux, Python, and NGS Analysis

Modern healthcare relies increasingly on genomic data, computational biology, and targeted drug discovery. Understanding how to process biological datasets using command-line tools and scripting is an essential foundation for medical research and precision medicine. This comprehensive text-based course provides a beginner-friendly introduction to medical bioinformatics, helping you build practical computational skills step by step. What you will learn: Understand foundational terminology in genetics, NGS sequencing, and precision medicine; Master basic Linux terminal commands and Bash scripting to manage biological files; Write basic Python scripts to manipulate biological sequences and structure data; Explore the steps of an NGS DNA sequencing pipeline from raw reads to variant discovery; Learn the principles of molecular modeling and computational drug docking; Apply modern best practices for clean, reproducible computational workflows. The course begins with clear explanations of essential biological and computational concepts before guiding you through written code snippets and pipeline logic. Designed specifically for beginners, medical professionals, and biology students with no prior programming experience. Start your path in medical bioinformatics today.