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The Software Developer's Guide to Linux

The Software Developer's Guide to Linux

Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors

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17 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

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3 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

17 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Master essential command-line tools and techniques to improve development efficiency
Understand how Linux environments operate and apply that knowledge in practical scenarios
Leverage shell scripting and Docker to automate and streamline development tasks

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There are 17 modules in this course

The course is designed to equip software developers with essential Linux command-line skills that are crucial for daily development tasks. It emphasizes practical, real-world applications, helping developers become more efficient and confident when working in Linux environments. By mastering these tools, learners will improve their productivity and streamline their development workflow.

Throughout the course, you'll dive into hands-on examples that demonstrate the power of Linux's command-line interface for tasks such as shell scripting, Docker management, and debugging. The course bridges the gap between basic knowledge and advanced proficiency, focusing on skills that are directly applicable to software development rather than system administration. What sets this course apart is its focus on developer-specific tasks and tools. It avoids unnecessary system administration details and instead highlights techniques like shell scripting and leveraging Docker to enhance your workflow. This practical approach ensures that learners can apply what they learn immediately in their development environments. This course is ideal for software developers who have a basic understanding of computers and are looking to improve their Linux command-line skills. While prior knowledge of file systems and text editing will be helpful, no deep Linux expertise is required. By the end, you'll have a solid grasp of Linux command-line tools and techniques to solve real development challenges.

In this section, we explore the command-line interface (CLI) structure, distinguish between shell and command line, and apply basic command syntax for navigation and system interaction.

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2 videos5 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Linux processes, their attributes like PID and EUID, and tools such as ps, lsof, and signals for managing and troubleshooting running programs.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore systemd service management using systemctl, analyze service status, and configure service behavior for efficient Linux system administration.

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1 video2 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore shell history navigation, configuration file customization, and command-line shortcuts to enhance efficiency and reduce repetitive tasks.

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1 video1 reading1 assignment

In this section, we explore Linux file structures, types, and operations, focusing on practical commands and editing techniques for efficient development and troubleshooting.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore nano and vim text editing techniques, focusing on efficient patterns, workflow efficiency, and cross-tool adaptability for command-line productivity.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Linux user and group management, covering creation, modification, and permissions.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Linux file permissions, ownership, and commands like chown and chmod to manage access control and system security effectively.

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1 video2 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Linux package managers, secure software installation, updates, removal, and compiling from source.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Linux configuration hierarchy, command-line arguments, environment variables, and systemd integration.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore pipes, file descriptors, and I/O redirection to build efficient command-line workflows using tools like awk, sort, and uniq.

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1 video7 readings1 assignment

1 video Total 1 minute

Pipes and Redirection - Overview Video 1 minute

7 readings Total 160 minutes

Introduction 10 minutes
Input and Output Redirection (or, Playing with File Descriptors for Fun and Profit) 20 minutes
Connecting Commands Together with Pipes 30 minutes
Counting 30 minutes
Practical Pipe Patterns 20 minutes
Grep and Tail for Log Monitoring 30 minutes
Tar and Gzip for Backup and Compression 20 minutes

1 assignment Total 10 minutes

Command-Line Data Flow and Process Control 10 minutes

In this section, we explore Bash scripting basics, including shebangs, script execution, and testing for automation and system control.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

1 video Total 1 minute

Automating Tasks with Shell Scripts - Overview Video 1 minute

5 readings Total 80 minutes

Introduction 10 minutes
Bash Versus Other Shells 10 minutes
Special Characters and Escaping 10 minutes
Conditionals if then else 30 minutes
Input and Output Redirection 20 minutes

1 assignment Total 10 minutes

Mastering Shell Scripting Techniques 10 minutes

In this section, we explore SSH fundamentals, including public key cryptography, key-based authentication, and tunneling for secure remote access.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Git setup, terminology, and advanced concepts like bisecting and rebasing.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore Docker container workflows, image creation with Dockerfiles, and container vs. VM differences to enable consistent application deployment and isolation across environments.

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1 video7 readings1 assignment

1 video Total 1 minute

Containerizing Applications with Docker - Overview Video 1 minute

7 readings Total 100 minutes

Introduction 10 minutes
Prerequisite Docker Install 20 minutes
Creating Images with a Dockerfile 10 minutes
Container Commands 10 minutes
Docker Project Python/Flask Application Container 30 minutes
Containers vs. Virtual Machines 10 minutes
Container Theory Namespacing 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 10 minutes

Docker and Containerization Fundamentals 10 minutes

In this section, we explore Linux logging with systemd and journald, analyze system and service logs using journalctl, and configure structured logging for effective troubleshooting.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore HTTP troubleshooting with curl, analyze common status code pitfalls, and design effective header handling strategies for real-world web development.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

1 video Total 1 minute

Load Balancing and HTTP - Overview Video 1 minute

6 readings Total 85 minutes

Introduction 5 minutes
Basic Terminology 10 minutes
Gateway Timeout 20 minutes
HTTP/2 10 minutes
Sticky Sessions, Cookies, and Deterministic Hashing 20 minutes
Using curl as an API Testing Tool 20 minutes

1 assignment Total 10 minutes

Load Balancing, HTTP, and Web Deployment Fundamentals 10 minutes

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The Software Developer's Guide to Linux

The Software Developer's Guide to Linux

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Tools you'll learn

Details to know

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

There are 17 modules in this course

How the Command Line Works

What's included

Working with Processes

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Service Management with systemd

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Using Shell History

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Introducing Files

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Editing Files on the Command Line

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Users and Groups

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Ownership and Permissions

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Managing Installed Software

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Configuring Software

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Pipes and Redirection

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Automating Tasks with Shell Scripts

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Secure Remote Access with SSH

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Version Control with Git

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Containerizing Applications with Docker

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Monitoring Application Logs

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Load Balancing and HTTP

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