Linux Basics - The Command Line Interface, Certificate | Part time online | edX - online learning platform | United States
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EdX is an online learning platform trusted by over 12 million users offering the Linux Basics - The Command Line Interface Certificate in collaboration with Dartmouth College - DartmouthX. Learn the Linux Command Line interface and become a skilled user of this powerful operating system.

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Overview

The Linux Basics - The Command Line Interface  Certificate from EdX in partnership with Dartmouth College - DartmouthX.

This course will introduce you to Linux, a powerful operating system used by most professional developers!

Key facts

Why add Linux to your C programming skills? Most people use Linux without knowing it! Whether you use a smartphone, search the web, or use an ATM, each time Linux is involved somewhere in the background. It is the most used operating system for embedded devices and high-performance servers. It is also the most common operating system used by developers to create software applications.

In this course, you will learn the history of Linux and how its open source community was able to create today’s most advanced operating system. You will navigate the file system, use fundamental Linux commands and master the Linux command line interface. These are essential skills for every developer. 

You will also be able to produce software written in C using the industry-standard tools on Linux.

Within moments you will be coding hands-on in a new browser tool developed for this course, receiving instant feedback on your code. No need to install anything! 

We are excited to introduce you to Linux and guide you along your path to becoming a skilled user of this powerful operating system!

At the end of this short course, you will reach the sixth milestone of the C Programming with Linux Professional Certificate program, unlocking the door to a career in computer engineering.

Programme Structure

What you'll learn:

  • Situate on a timeline the key dates of Unix and Linux creation

  • Use basic commands to control the Linux Operating System

  • Navigate and manipulate the Linux Filesystem using the command line interface

  • Manage the memory and processes running on Linux

  • Compile and execute a C program on Linux

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 2 months
    • 3 hrs/week

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

Delivered

Online
  • Self-paced

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Prerequisites Recommended: 

  • C Programming: Getting Started For Complete Beginners DART.IMT.C.01
  • C Programming: Language Foundations DART.IMT.C.02
  • C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management DART.IMT.C.03
  • C Programming: Pointers and Memory Management DART.IMT.C.04
  • C Programming: Advanced Data Types DART.IMT.C.05
  • OR equivalent skills.

Tuition Fee

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    99 USD/full
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    Based on the tuition of 99 USD for the full programme during 2 months.
  • National

    99 USD/full
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  • Limited access: Free
  • Unlimited access + Verified Certificate for $99 USD

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