Foundations of Unix and Bash Scripting

Feeling intimidated by the blank terminal screen? The command line is one of the most powerful and efficient ways to interact with a computer, and this course is your starting point for mastering it. This course demystifies the Unix command line, guiding you from your very first command to writing simple, useful Bash scripts. You'll gain the confidence to work efficiently in a text-based environment, a fundamental skill for developers, system administrators, and data scientists alike. What you'll learn: - Understand the core concepts of the Unix philosophy and shell environments. - Navigate the file system and manage files and directories with essential commands. - Learn to use pipes and redirection to chain commands together for powerful results. - Find and process text using powerful tools like `grep` and `find`. - Practice writing basic Bash scripts to automate simple, repetitive tasks. - Manage user permissions and understand the file security model. - Connect to and work on remote systems securely using SSH. The course begins with fundamental terminology and the structure of the command line, then progressively introduces more complex commands and scripting concepts through clear written explanations and practical exercises. This course is designed for absolute beginners. No prior experience with the command line or any programming language is required to get started. Begin your journey to mastering the command line today.