Linux for Cloud & DevOps Professionals Online Course
Linux for Cloud & DevOps Professionals Online Course
This hands-on beginner-level course is designed to help IT professionals, DevOps enthusiasts, and cloud engineers gain a solid foundation in Linux system administration. The IT industry relies heavily on Linux, and understanding its core functionality is essential for anyone looking to build a career in cloud computing, DevOps, cybersecurity, or software development. The course starts with an introduction to Linux, guiding you through creating a Linux EC2 instance on AWS and connecting to it using Mac and Windows. From there, you will explore essential Linux commands, file and user management, software installations, networking, process monitoring, and system services. You will also learn how to schedule tasks using Crontab and securely transfer files between Windows and Linux. By the end of the course, you will confidently manage a Linux system, perform daily administration tasks, and prepare yourself for a career in DevOps, cloud engineering, or IT administration.
Key Benefits
- Beginner-friendly course covering Linux fundamentals
- Practical hands-on learning with real-world tasks
- Essential Linux skills required for cloud computing and DevOps
- Step-by-step guidance for setting up and managing Linux on AWS
- Learn to install software, manage users, and configure system services
- Master file handling, networking, process monitoring, and automation
Target Audience
- IT professionals looking to learn Linux administration
- Beginners starting a career in DevOps or cloud computing
- System administrators managing Linux-based infrastructure
- Developers who work with Linux-based applications
- Non-IT professionals transitioning into tech careers
Learning Objectives
- Set up a Linux EC2 instance on AWS and connect from different operating systems
- Learn essential Linux commands for navigating and managing the system
- Work with files and directories, including creating, editing, and deleting them
- Manage users, permissions, and security settings
- Install and update software packages using Linux package managers
- Monitor and manage processes for system performance
- Configure networking settings and troubleshoot connectivity issues
- Automate tasks using Crontab and copy files securely between Windows and Linux
Course Outline
The Linux for Cloud & DevOps Professionals Exam covers the following topics -
Module 1 - Introduction to Linux and Cloud Setup
- Understanding what Linux is and why it is essential for IT and DevOps
- Introduction to operating systems and how Linux fits in the industry
- Creating an AWS account for cloud-based Linux deployment
- Setting up a Linux EC2 instance on AWS for hands-on practice
- Connecting to a Linux system from Windows using MobaXterm
- Accessing a Linux system from Mac and understanding SSH connections
- Overview of the Linux file system structure and directory hierarchy
Module 2 - Basic File and Directory Management
- Executing basic Linux commands for file handling
- Reading and viewing files using Linux utilities
- Creating new files and directories using command-line tools
- Editing or appending content to files with built-in text editors
- Deleting and organizing files and folders effectively
Module 3 - Managing Files and Directories with Commands
- Copying files and directories using the cp command
- Moving and renaming files efficiently
- Navigating the Linux file system using the cd command
- Searching for files using find, diff, and file commands
- Searching text inside files with grep and replacing words with sed
Module 4 - User and Permission Management
- Creating and managing users with useradd
- Logging into an EC2 instance with different user accounts
- Understanding the ls command and its role in permissions
- Modifying file permissions using chmod
- Changing ownership of files with chown
Module 5 - System and Process Management
- Gathering system information using free, cpuinfo, and uname
- Installing and removing software packages using yum
- Updating and retrieving package details
- Monitoring running processes with ps, top, and background jobs
Module 6 - Networking and Remote Access
- Checking network settings with hostname, ping, and wget
- Using ifconfig and curl for network troubleshooting
- Understanding Telnet and its role in remote connections
Module 7 - Managing System Services
- Checking service status using service command
- Starting and stopping services using systemctl and chkconfig
Module 8 - Automation and File Transfer
- Automating tasks using Crontab
- Creating soft links and hard links with ln command
- Securely copying files from Windows to Linux using scp
