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Working with Linux ??? Quick Hacks for the Command Line
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Working with Linux ??? Quick Hacks for the Command Line

by Petru I»ôfan, Bogdan Vaida
May 2017
Beginner
222 pages
3h 50m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

Linux powers much of the world's computing infrastructure, and mastering its environment can dramatically increase your efficiency as a developer or sysadmin. This book is your guide to improving terminal productivity and command-line mastery, teaching you to work smarter and faster with tools like Terminator, Guake, and Vim.

What this Book will help me do

  • Learn to navigate and optimize the Linux terminal with powerful tools like Terminator and Guake.
  • Master advanced text editing and manipulation with Vim, Sed, and other essential utilities.
  • Develop shell scripting skills to automate tasks and improve productivity.
  • Understand how to use Docker for creating and managing portable development environments.
  • Gain advanced command-line techniques for managing networks, version control with Git, and system administration.

Author(s)

None I»ôfan and Bogdan Vaida bring years of hands-on experience as Linux users and developers to this book. Both authors are passionate about making complex technologies approachable and practical for learners. Their collaborative writing ensures readers gain practical skills through clear examples and hands-on guidance.

Who is it for?

This book is ideal for intermediate Linux users, such as developers and system administrators, who want to refine their skills. If you have a basic understanding of the Linux shell and are eager to maximize your productivity and master advanced command-line techniques, this book is ideal for you. Read it to take your terminal skills to the next level.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781787129184