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    Learn shell scripting for automating tasks in Unix/Linux environments. Understand how to write and execute shell scripts for system administration.

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      IBM

      JavaScript Programming Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Ajax, Javascript, Data Structures, Debugging, JSON, Scripting, Web Development, Web Applications, Computer Programming, HTML and CSS, Software Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Git (Version Control System), Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      142 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Python Scripting: Dates, Classes and Collections

      Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Data Modeling, Data Structures, Scripting, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Software Design, Computer Programming, Software Engineering

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Cybersécurité Google

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Stakeholder Communications, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Hardening, Network Security, Threat Management, Security Controls, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), TCP/IP, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux, Debugging, Cybersecurity, SQL

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      455 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Programming with Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Storytelling, Scripting, Solution Design, Creativity, Event-Driven Programming, Data Storage

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Fundamentals of Kubernetes Deployment

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Application Deployment, Containerization, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Computing, Software Installation, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Scalability, Data Storage, Command-Line Interface

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      322 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Advanced Exploitation and Scripting Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Cyber Security Assessment, Python Programming, Vulnerability Assessments, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security, Command-Line Interface, Program Development, Network Protocols, Debugging, Software Installation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Python Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Scripting Languages, Scripting, Data Structures, Data Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      211 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Python Scripting: Files, Inheritance, and Databases

      Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Scripting, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Scripting Languages, Database Application, Databases, Object Oriented Design, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming Tools, File Management, Debugging

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Akamai Technologies, Inc.

      Operating Systems Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, File Systems, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, User Accounts, OS Process Management, Unix Shell, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Open Source Technology, Security Controls, Virtualization, Virtual Machines

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      109 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Rust Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Unit Testing, Test Case, Development Testing, Software Testing, Data Structures, Debugging, GitHub, Programming Principles, Package and Software Management, Development Environment, Computer Programming Tools, System Programming, Software Documentation, Command-Line Interface, Technical Documentation

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      169 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Mastering Laravel Framework and PHP

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Secure Coding, Application Deployment, Web Development, Database Development, Cloud API, Application Development

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      164 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Epic Games

      Unreal Engine Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Version Control, Video Game Development, Software Configuration Management, 3D Modeling, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Design, Configuration Management, Package and Software Management, Animation and Game Design, Content Management, Multimedia, Software Versioning, File Management, Data Import/Export, Software Installation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular shell scripting courses

    • JavaScript Programming Essentials: IBM
    • Python Scripting: Dates, Classes and Collections: LearnQuest
    • Cybersécurité Google: Google
    • Programming with Scratch: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Fundamentals of Kubernetes Deployment: LearnQuest
    • Advanced Exploitation and Scripting Techniques: Packt
    • Introduction to Python Fundamentals: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Python Scripting: Files, Inheritance, and Databases: LearnQuest
    • Operating Systems Fundamentals: Akamai Technologies, Inc.
    • Rust Fundamentals: Duke University

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