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Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git Coursera

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Tuition fee
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Duration
2 months
Duration
2 months
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Taught in
English
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English

About

The Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git Specialization offered by Coursera in partnership with The Linux Foundation will give you a strong foundation for working comfortably and productively in open source development communities. 

Overview

By completing the Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git Specialization offered by Coursera in partnership with The Linux Foundation, you’ll have a better understanding of the Linux environment, as well as methods and tools required to successfully use it, and you’ll know how to use Git, the distributed version control system.

Upon completion of this Specialization, you will receive a certificate from Coursera as well as a digital badge from The Linux Foundation recognizing your proficiency in open source software development, Linux environment and Git. Use your verified digital badge to promote your achievement online, and access job insights related to your new skills.

Applied Learning Project

In all The Linux Foundation courses (in any format) we put a heavy emphasis on learning by doing, and aim for a 50/50 balance between lecture and working on lab exercises. Courses 2, 3 and 4 include numerous lab exercises that give you the opportunity to work in a Linux environment, using the methods and tools presented in lectures.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Open Source Software Development Methods
  • Linux for Developers
  • Linux Tools for Developers
  • Bash Scripting
  • Java in Linux
  • Using Git for Distributed Development

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

Delivered

Online
  • Self-paced

Campus Location

  • Mountain View, United States

What students do after studying

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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

  • Beginner Level
  • Experienced computer users and developers with limited/no experience working in a Linux environment, or who have worked before on Linux systems and want to know how to use git

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    Free
  • Out-of-State
    Free

Additional Details

  • This short course is included with Coursera Plus subscription

Funding

Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project.

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