Linux Basic

Learning Linux

Embarking on the journey of learning Linux on a weekly basis with midware.in opens doors to a world of endless possibilities in computing. Each week, participants dive into a new facet of Linux, unraveling its intricacies and mastering essential skills that empower them in their technological endeavors. From navigating the command-line interface to understanding file systems, package management, and beyond, our structured approach ensures gradual yet comprehensive learning. Through hands-on exercises, engaging tutorials, and expert guidance, participants gain confidence in their Linux proficiency week by week. Whether you’re a novice seeking to expand your horizons or a seasoned professional aiming to sharpen your skills, midware.in provides the ideal platform to embark on this enriching journey. Join us as we explore the depths of Linux together, one week at a time, and unlock the vast potential of open-source computing with midware.in.

Week 1: Introduction to Linux

  • Day 1: What is Linux?
  • Day 2: History and evolution of Linux
  • Day 3: Benefits of using Linux
  • Day 4: Popular distributions
  • Day 5: Getting started: Installing Linux

Week 2: Basic Linux Commands

  • Day 1: Introduction to the terminal
  • Day 2: Basic commands for file navigation and manipulation
  • Day 3: Working with files and directories
  • Day 4: Filesystem hierarchy standard (FHS)
  • Day 5: Understanding paths and directory structure

Week 3: User Accounts and Permissions

  • Day 1: Creating and managing user accounts
  • Day 2: Understanding permissions
  • Day 3: File and directory permissions
  • Day 4: Introduction to groups
  • Day 5: Practice exercises on user management and permissions

Week 4: Package Management and Software Installation

  • Day 1: Introduction to package managers (apt, yum)
  • Day 2: Installing, updating, and removing software packages
  • Day 3: Working with repositories
  • Day 4: Installing software from source
  • Day 5: Practice exercises on package management

Week 5: Text Editing and Shell Scripting Basics

  • Day 1: Basic text editing with Vim or Nano
  • Day 2: Introduction to shell scripting
  • Day 3: Writing and executing simple shell scripts
  • Day 4: Variables and basic control structures
  • Day 5: Practice exercises on text editing and shell scripting

Week 6: Filesystem Navigation and Management

  • Day 1: Advanced file manipulation commands
  • Day 2: File and directory manipulation
  • Day 3: Archive management (tar, gzip)
  • Day 4: Disk usage management
  • Day 5: Practice exercises on filesystem management

Week 7: Introduction to Networking

  • Day 1: Understanding IP addresses and networking basics
  • Day 2: Basic network commands (ping, ifconfig)
  • Day 3: Configuring network interfaces
  • Day 4: Introduction to network services (SSH, FTP)
  • Day 5: Practice exercises on networking

Week 8: System Administration Basics

  • Day 1: System startup and shutdown
  • Day 2: Process management (ps, top)
  • Day 3: Managing services (systemd, systemctl)
  • Day 4: Managing system resources (CPU, memory)
  • Day 5: Practice exercises on system administration

Week 9: Introduction to Security

  • Day 1: Basic Linux security principles
  • Day 2: User authentication methods
  • Day 3: Managing permissions and ownership
  • Day 4: Introduction to firewalls
  • Day 5: Practice exercises on Linux security

Week 10: Advanced Topics

  • Day 1: Advanced shell scripting techniques
  • Day 2: Introduction to virtualization
  • Day 3: Introduction to containers (Docker)
  • Day 4: Setting up a web server (Apache)
  • Day 5: Practice exercises on advanced topics

Week 11: Troubleshooting and Debugging

  • Day 1: Reading and interpreting system logs
  • Day 2: Identifying and resolving common issues
  • Day 3: Using debugging tools (strace, lsof)
  • Day 4: Finding help and resources online
  • Day 5: Practice exercises on troubleshooting

Week 12: Final Project and Review

  • Day 1-4: Work on a final project (e.g., setting up a server, automating tasks)
  • Day 5: Review and wrap-up of the course, Q&A session

Introduction to Linux

This syllabus provides beginners with a structured path to start learning Linux, covering essential concepts and practical skills. Hands-on exercises and projects should be included throughout the syllabus to reinforce learning and provide practical experience. Additionally, encourage students to explore further resources, online tutorials, and community forums to deepen their understanding of Linux.