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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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    • D

      Duke University

      Scripting with Python and SQL for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, MySQL, SQL, JSON, Scripting, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Database Software, Database Management, Databases, Data Import/Export, Data Storage Technologies, Spatial Analysis, Python Programming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      100 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      C Programming with Linux

      Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, C (Programming Language), Linux Commands, Embedded Systems, Programming Principles, Computer Engineering, Embedded Software, Linux, File Systems, Engineering Software, Build Tools, Data Structures, Unix, Program Development, Algorithms, Operating Systems, System Programming, Computer Programming, Software Installation, Software Documentation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      387 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Python Scripting for DevOps

      Skills you'll gain: Containerization, Package and Software Management, Unified Modeling Language, Software Testing, Docker (Software), Unit Testing, Application Deployment, Plot (Graphics), Development Testing, Pandas (Python Package), Scripting, Data Modeling, NumPy, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Python Programming

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      200 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • R

      Rice University

      Introduction to Scripting in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Programming Principles, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Software Installation, Development Environment, Computational Logic, Data Structures, File Management, Scripting, Data Storage, Data Import/Export, Scripting Languages, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Computer Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Hacking and Patching

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Secure Coding, Cybersecurity, Software Design Patterns, Vulnerability Assessments, Amazon Web Services, SQL, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Operating Systems, Data Validation

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      273 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google

      Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Cybersecurity, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Scripting, Automation, File Management, Data Structures

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Linux Kernel Programming and Introduction to Yocto Project

      Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Embedded Software, Linux, Embedded Systems, Debugging, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, Peripheral Devices, Build Tools, File Systems, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Command-Line Interface, OS Process Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Troubleshooting and Debugging Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Technical Communication, Network Troubleshooting, Performance Tuning, Problem Management, Technical Documentation, Technical Support, System Monitoring, System Support, Capacity Management, Incident Management, Performance Testing, Application Performance Management, Network Performance Management, Continuous Monitoring, Virtual Machines, Scripting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Command Line Tools for Genomic Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Unix Commands, Bioinformatics, Unix, Data Management, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Big Data, Shell Script, Data Manipulation, File Management

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      558 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Access an EC2 instance shell from the AWS console

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Virtual Machines, Web Applications, Cloud Hosting, Public Cloud, Linux Servers, Remote Access Systems

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Getting Started with Cloud Shell and gcloud

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Command-Line Interface

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Infosec

      Advanced Python - Reconnaissance

      Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Penetration Testing, Cyber Operations, Scripting, Cybersecurity, Python Programming, Network Analysis, Automation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Scripting with Python and SQL for Data Engineering: Duke University
    • C Programming with Linux: Dartmouth College
    • Python Scripting for DevOps: LearnQuest
    • Introduction to Scripting in Python: Rice University
    • Hacking and Patching: University of Colorado System
    • Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python: Google
    • Linux Kernel Programming and Introduction to Yocto Project: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Troubleshooting and Debugging Techniques: Google
    • Command Line Tools for Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
    • Access an EC2 instance shell from the AWS console: Coursera Project Network

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Shell Scripting

    Shell scripting refers to a computer program that runs on the UNIX shell command-line interpreter. Plainly put, a shell script is a file that contains a series of commands and shell statements. Shell scripting helps in repetitive tasks. If you have to do a lot of similar programming tasks, it's more efficient to use shell scripting. The shell script itself, the file, is made up of ASCII text, better known as plain text.

    Shell scripting is widely used in system administration tasks like evaluating system logs, disk backups, and installation scripts for complex programming jobs. It's also used for printing text commands, file manipulation, and overall program execution.‎

    Shell scripting is important to learn because it can help with working in Linux/Unix computer environments. It's a form of scripting that's relatively easy to learn. For coders, it's easy to read and maintain for computer tasks. You can get work completed quickly by setting up shell scripting to handle computer operations.

    Even though drag and drop interfaces are growing in programming operations, shell scripting is still used widely to customize the direction of a program and how it should run right from the start. Plus, shell scripting can help you learn what goes on in the code for repetitive automated tasks.‎

    There are multiple, exciting career opportunities ahead for you in the computer service industry once you learn shell scripting. The types of careers can range from programmer, software analyst, and systems administrator, to higher-paying roles as a Unix developer, Linux programmer, and similar roles. You can find additional career opportunities in industries from retail to manufacturing, aerospace to healthcare, in key software positions like backend developer, app development using shell scripting, and programming roles connected to languages like Python or Bash Shell.‎

    Taking online courses on Coursera can help you build your fundamental understanding of process automation, full-stack development, using variables in your scripts, scripting the responses for the same set of actions for data loops, and much more. Your study of shell scripting can help you learn how to review some of the most commonly used Linux commands, and you can also learn to create Bash and Unix scripts to automate laborious, repetitive tasks. The courses may touch on other aspects like application automation, package installation, system administration tasks, data backup, and overall system-level scripts as well.‎

    Online Shell Scripting courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Shell Scripting skills. Choose from a wide range of Shell Scripting courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Shell Scripting, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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