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Command Line (CLI) & Terminal Basics

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Overview

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Unlock the full potential of your computer with this beginner-friendly course on the command line (CLI). Whether you're a developer, data analyst, or just curious about tech, this course will help you confidently interact with your system using text-based commands. You'll start by understanding what the command line is and why it's useful, before covering real-world tasks including navigating files and directories, creating and deleting files, and manipulating text-based data. Each lesson is short, focused, and interactive, making it easy to absorb and apply what you learn right away. A final Graded Assignment helps solidify your knowledge and prepare you for using the command line in real scenarios. By the end, you’ll no longer rely solely on your mouse. You’ll move through your system like a pro, with speed and precision.

Syllabus

  • Command Line (CLI) Basics
    • Learn how to use the command line to navigate, manipulate, and manage your files and directories efficiently.

Taught by

Ajo Borgvold

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