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Learn Bash Shell Scripting for Automation
on-demand course

Learn Bash Shell Scripting for Automation

with Narendra Kumar Reddy Polu
August 2023
Intermediate
12h 33m
English
Packt Publishing
Closed Captioning available in English

Overview

In this 12-hour course, you will learn Bash shell scripting to automate tasks and enhance productivity in Linux/Unix environments. You'll master creating scripts using conditional statements, loops, functions, and utilize tools like grep, awk, and sed for efficient data manipulation. By the end, you'll be proficient in automating tasks and improving system workflows.

What I will be able to do after this course

  • Write and execute Bash shell scripts to simplify and automate system tasks.
  • Utilize filters such as grep, awk, and sed for advanced data processing.
  • Apply conditional statements, loops, and functions to create powerful scripts.
  • Interact with remote servers and REST APIs within your scripts.
  • Build real-world automation projects to enhance productivity in Linux/Unix environments.

Course Instructor(s)

Your instructor is a seasoned software engineer with years of experience in Linux/Unix administration and automation. Passionate about teaching, using a clear and engaging approach to make complex topics accessible. The course incorporates practical projects and hands-on exercises to solidify your scripting skills.

Who is it for?

This course is ideal for developers, system administrators, and IT professionals eager to enhance their skills in Linux/Unix scripting. It's great for beginners without prior Bash scripting experience but with basic Linux/Unix command line knowledge. You'll need access to a Unix-like OS (Linux, Unix, macOS) for practice. If you're seeking to improve automation or streamline system workflows, this is the course for you.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781835080948