Overview
The “ Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git ” Professional Certificate Program is designed for developers with experience working on any operating system who want to understand the basics of open source software development.
The program surveys how open source software works, including advantages of using it, methods of working in OSS communities, governance models and licensing choices. It delves into Linux systems and Linux tools for developers, including installation, desktop environments, text editors, important commands and utilities, command shells and scripts, filesystems and compiling software. It also provides a thorough introduction to Git, the source control system that arose out of the Linux kernel community, that enables widely distributed development to operate efficiently.
The Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git programme in collaboration with The Linux Foundation - LinuxFoundationX is a Professional Certificate.
Job Outlook
- 92% of hiring managers are having difficulty finding enough open source talent, meaning there are huge opportunities for those possessing open source skills.
- Employers are prioritizing hires with certifications and other credentials that demonstrate they have the ability to do the job well, with 88% preferring these candidates.
- Cloud technology is the knowledge area most in demand by employers, and since the majority of the cloud runs on Linux, it is essential to have a good foundation in Linux and open source to pursue a cloud career.
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Courses included:
- Open Source Software Development: Linux for Developers
- Linux Tools for Software Development
- Git for Distributed Software Development
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Duration
- Part-time
- 11 months
- 1 hrs/week
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Delivered
- Self-paced
Disciplines
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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.
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International
567 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 567 USD for the full programme during 11 months. -
National
567 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 567 USD for the full programme during 11 months.