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    Learn shell scripting for automating tasks in Unix/Linux environments. Understand how to write and execute shell scripts for system administration.

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Programación en Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Matplotlib, Python Programming, NumPy, Algorithms, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Debugging, Data Manipulation, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Scripting

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      201 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Houston

      Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning: Digital Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Storytelling, Content Creation, Digital Design, Video Editing, Multimedia, Photo Editing, Scripting, Peer Review, Oral Expression, Editing

      4.5
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      241 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values

      Skills you'll gain: Courage, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Initiative and Leadership, Employee Coaching, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Personal Development, Decision Making, Action Oriented, Verbal Communication Skills, Plan Execution, Communication Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      595 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      JavaScript, jQuery, and JSON

      Skills you'll gain: JSON, jQuery, Javascript and jQuery, Ajax, Debugging, Web Development Tools, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, PHP (Scripting Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Import/Export, Web Applications

      4.6
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      829 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Mastering Programming with MATLAB

      Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Algorithms, User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Mathematical Software, Engineering Calculations, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Engineering Analysis, Scripting, Plot (Graphics)

      4.8
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      424 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Introduction to Networking and Storage

      Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Data Storage, Networking Hardware, General Networking, Cloud Storage, OSI Models, Network Protocols, Local Area Networks, Network Architecture, Cloud Services, Computer Networking, Network Administration, System Configuration, Network Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Microsoft Windows, Wireless Networks, Command-Line Interface

      4.7
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      535 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Linux Basics: The Command Line Interface - 6

      Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Linux, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Linux Servers, Computer Engineering, File Systems, Unix, Operating Systems, C (Programming Language), File Management, Computer Programming Tools, Performance Tuning, Computer Programming, Open Source Technology, OS Process Management

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      30 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      Infosec

      Python for Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, System Monitoring, Cyber Operations, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Scripting, Network Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, Persistence, Python Programming, Data Access, Authorization (Computing), Computer Programming

      4.5
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      517 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Introduction to Python Scripting for DevOps

      Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Microsoft Visual Studio, Development Environment, Debugging

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      137 reviews

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Command Line Tools for Genomic Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Unix Commands, Bioinformatics, Unix, Data Management, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Molecular Biology, Big Data, File Management, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing

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      565 reviews

      Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      More C# Programming and Unity

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Data Structures, Application Development, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Cross Platform Development, Scripting, Debugging

      4.8
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      617 reviews

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      The Bash Shell and Basic Scripting in Linux

      Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Systems Administration, Shell Script, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Linux, Unix, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Unix Commands, IT Automation, File Systems

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      30 reviews

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular shell scripting courses

    • Programación en Python:Ā Universidad de los Andes
    • Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning: Digital Storytelling:Ā University of Houston
    • Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values:Ā University of Virginia
    • JavaScript, jQuery, and JSON:Ā University of Michigan
    • Mastering Programming with MATLAB:Ā Vanderbilt University
    • Introduction to Networking and Storage:Ā IBM
    • Linux Basics: The Command Line Interface - 6:Ā Dartmouth College
    • Python for Cybersecurity:Ā Infosec
    • Introduction to Python Scripting for DevOps:Ā LearnQuest
    • Command Line Tools for Genomic Data Science:Ā Johns Hopkins University

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