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Complete Linux Bash Shell Scripting with Real Life Examples

Shell scripting and programming for daily tedious task automation, including practical skills useful for Linux administration and RHCSA preparation.

4.8 ★★★★★ (4,888 ratings) 36,564 students

Created by Imran Afzal

📅 Last updated 4/2026 🌐 English ✅ Certificate included
8 Sections
87 Lectures
14h 39m Total Length
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Build job-ready Linux automation skills with this course.
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Linux Bash Shell Scripting & Automation Skills

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What you'll learn

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Understand core Linux shell scripting concepts and how scripts help automate repetitive tasks

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Write basic to advanced Bash scripts using clean structure, naming standards, and proper permissions

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Use variables, input/output, if-else logic, case statements, loops, and exit status in real scripts

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Accept user input and make script decisions based on that input

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Create real-life scripts for backups, file cleanup, remote connectivity, user management, and logging

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Schedule scripts, send notifications, check disk space, monitor processes, and automate admin tasks

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Improve Linux command line skills with file handling, vi editor, sed, system logs, aliases, and troubleshooting

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This course includes:

▶ 14h 39m on-demand video
▣ 87 lectures
▤ Assignments and handouts
📱 Access on mobile
🏆 Certificate of completion

Included in This Course

8 sections · 87 lectures · 14h 39m total length

⌃ Course Content
▶ Introduction and Course Overview · 5 lectures · 10min
▶ Setup the Lab · 8 lectures · 1hr 11min
▶ Shell Scripting Basics · 8 lectures · 28min
▶ Scripting Standards · 6 lectures · 23min
▶ Basic Shell Scripts · 14 lectures · 1hr 33min
▶ Real Life Scripts · 24 lectures · 5hr 14min
▶ Additional Resources · 28 lectures · 5hr 37min
▶ Bonus · 2 lectures · 4min

Description

Complete Linux Bash Shell Scripting with Real Life Examples is designed for learners who already have basic Linux knowledge and want to improve their command line, scripting, and automation skills. The course focuses on practical Bash scripting that can be used for real Linux administration tasks.

You will learn how to create scripts from the ground up, use script standards, work with variables, handle input and output, apply conditions, use loops, and control script execution. The course also shows how shell scripts can save time by automating daily system administration tasks.

You will practice real-world scripts for checking remote server connectivity, scheduling tasks, deleting old files, backing up file systems, copying files to remote hosts, managing users, checking disk space, monitoring processes, creating system inventory, and handling central logging.

What topics are covered?

  • ✓Linux lab setup using VirtualBox and Linux virtual machines
  • ✓Kernel, shell, shell scripting, types of shells, and running shell scripts
  • ✓Script naming, file permissions, shell script format, and execution sequence
  • ✓Variables, input/output, if-else statements, case statements, loops, and exit status
  • ✓Real-life automation scripts for backups, cleanup, logging, users, disk space, and process checks
  • ✓Additional Linux skills including vi, sed, file ownership, logs, aliases, SELinux, NFS, and performance topics

Requirements

  • ✓Desire to learn Linux shell scripting
  • ✓A Linux machine running on physical hardware or a virtual machine
  • ✓Basic Linux file editing skills
  • ✓Familiarity with the Linux command line

Who this course is for

  • ✓Anyone with Linux or Unix knowledge who wants to learn shell scripting
  • ✓Linux learners who want to level up their career with automation skills
  • ✓Students who want to improve practical Linux command line skills
  • ✓Administrators who want to automate regular tedious tasks
  • ✓DevOps and IT professionals who want practical Bash scripting examples

Instructor

Imran Afzal

CEO of UTCLI Solutions · Best-selling IT Instructor

Imran Afzal
  • ★ 4.6 Instructor Rating
  • ☷ 140,403 Reviews
  • 👥 836,921 Students
  • ▶ 72 Courses

Imran Afzal, CEO of UTCLI Solutions and a best-selling IT instructor, has trained students worldwide in Linux, systems administration, cloud, database administration, and career development.

His teaching style focuses on simple explanations, practical learning, and real-world skills that help students prepare for jobs, certifications, and professional growth.

★ 4.8 course rating · 4,888 ratings
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T.J.
★★★★★ Student review

A strong Linux course for learners who want practical knowledge and real scripting examples.

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Raymond
★★★★★ Student review

The homework, handouts, and practical examples make the learning process easier to follow and apply.

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Akash
★★★★★ Student review

The course is simple, well-structured, and organized in a way that helps learners understand each topic clearly.

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Jacob
★★★★★ Student review

A helpful learning experience for anyone who wants to become more comfortable with Linux and scripting.

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