Linux Command Line Basics Training in Houston

Linux Command Line Basics Training in Houston, USA

This course focuses on fundamental Linux commands, file system navigation, text manipulation, file permissions, and shell scripting basics.

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Linux Command Line Basics Training is a professional training program delivered by ProgNXT in Houston, USA. ProgNXT, a globally recognized corporate training provider in 55+ countries, offers this Linux Command Line Basics Training course with hands-on, instructor-led sessions. This course is designed to introduce learners to the Linux command-line environment. It focuses on fundamental Linux commands, file system...

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Course Code: UDP60
7 Hrs
Last Updated: April 2026

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This course is designed to introduce learners to the Linux command-line environment. It focuses on fundamental Linux commands, file system navigation, text manipulation, file permissions, and shell scripting basics. By the end of this course, participants will be comfortable working with the Linux terminal and performing essential administrative tasks.

Welcome to the official Linux Command Line Basics Training certification program in Houston, USA. This comprehensive training is designed to elevate your professional skills and provide you with practical, industry-relevant knowledge locally. As a globally recognized corporate training provider operating in 55+ countries, ProgNXT ensures that our curriculum meets the highest standards of excellence.

Whether you are looking to upskill your team or advance your personal career, our expert-led sessions will guide you through the core concepts of this domain. Upon successful completion of the 7 Hrs program, participants will receive a globally accepted certification, demonstrating their proficiency and readiness to tackle complex challenges in the field.

Basic computer literacy
Familiarity with any operating system (Windows/macOS/Linux)
No prior experience with Linux required

Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:

Navigate and interact with the Linux file system using commands
Manage files and directories using the shell
Understand and control file permissions and ownership
Utilize text editors and shell redirection
Execute, manage, and automate basic tasks using shell scripting

Proficiency in basic Linux commands
File system navigation and management
Understanding of file permissions and user management
Basic shell scripting and automation
Ability to search and process text using command-line tools
Confidence in using Linux for system and network administration tasks

Navigating the file system (cd, ls, pwd, tree)
File and directory operations (cp, mv, rm, mkdir, touch)
File permissions and ownership (chmod, chown, umask)
Viewing and editing text files (cat, nano, less, head, tail)
Searching and filtering (grep, find, sort, cut, wc)
Archiving and compression (tar, zip, gzip, unzip)
Process and job management (ps, top, kill, jobs, bg, fg)
Shell scripting basics (variables, loops, conditions)

Participants who attend all sessions and successfully complete the course assessments will receive a ProgNXT Certificate of Completion.

Course Agenda

Introduction to Linux and the Shell

What is Linux?
Terminal vs GUI
Shell types and introduction to Bash
Navigating the file system

Files and Directories

Listing, creating, moving, deleting files and folders
Path types (absolute vs relative)
Understanding hidden files and file naming conventions

Viewing and Editing Files

Viewing files: cat, less, more, head, tail
Editing with nano and vi
Combining files and redirection

File Permissions and Ownership

Understanding read, write, execute
Using chmod, chown, and umask
Working with groups and users

Searching, Sorting, and Filtering

grep, find, cut, sort, uniq, wc
Using pipes and redirection
Combining tools for powerful filtering

Archives and Compression

Creating and extracting tarballs
Using gzip, zip, unzip
Backup basics

Managing Processes and Jobs

Listing and killing processes
Background vs foreground jobs
Using top, htop, kill, nice, and jobs

Shell Scripting Basics

Writing your first script
Variables and input
Conditional statements (if, case)
Loops (for, while)
Making scripts executable

Hands-on Exercises

Instructor-led presentations
Linux command cheat sheets
Sample script files for practice
Hands-on labs and exercises
Reading references (e.g., TLDP, LinuxCommand.org)

Hands-on assignments
Quizzes
Participation in guided labs
Course feedback and self-evaluation questionnaire

ProgNXT Certificate of Completion will be awarded to participants who successfully complete the course and assessments.

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