Linux Bash Shell Programming - 5 days Online Classroom

Linux Bash Shell Programming - 5 days Online Classroom

Automate Linux administration and improve your command-line productivity with the Linux Bash Shell Programming course. This hands-on training teaches you how to create powerful Bash scripts that simplify repetitive tasks, streamline system management, and increase operational efficiency.

You'll learn the fundamentals of Bash scripting, including variables, loops, conditional statements, functions, file handling, user input, and error handling. Through practical exercises, you'll develop reusable scripts to automate everyday Linux administration tasks and build a strong foundation for DevOps, system administration, and infrastructure automation.

By the end of the course, you'll be able to write reliable, maintainable Bash scripts that enhance productivity and support real-world Linux environments.

Key Features

• Course and material in english
• Beginner - Intermediate level
• 5 days of live instructor-led virtual training (8 hours / day)
• Interactive hands-on labs
• All relevant course material
• 60+ recommended study hours
• Certificate included

Learning Outcomes

• Linux Text Processing Tools: Master essential Linux utilities such as grep, sed, and AWK to search, edit, and process text efficiently for logs, configuration files, and structured data.
• Functions & Modular Scripting: Create reusable Bash functions to organize scripts, simplify maintenance, and build scalable automation solutions.
• Advanced AWK Programming: Use AWK variables, functions, arrays, and control structures to parse, transform, and report on structured data.
• Error Handling & Debugging: Improve script reliability with error handling, exit codes, interrupt trapping, and debugging techniques to build robust Bash automation.

Target Audience

• Linux system administrators
• DevOps and platform engineers
• IT operations professionals
• Software developers working in Linux environments
• Cloud engineers
• Anyone looking to automate Linux tasks using Bash scripting

Prerequisites

• Basic Linux command-line experience
• Familiarity with Linux files and directories
• Understanding of common Linux commands
• No prior Bash scripting experience is required, although it is beneficial

Course Outline

Day 1: Bash Scripting Fundamentals

• Review essential Linux/UNIX commands and shell basics
• Create and execute Bash scripts
• Work with variables, user input, and calculations
• Use conditional statements and shell syntax for decision-making

Day 2: Advanced Scripting Techniques

• Build scripts using loops, menus, and branching logic
• Process data with AWK
• Create reusable functions and function libraries
• Handle interrupts and improve script structure

Day 3: Automation & File Management

• Back up and restore files with tar
• Compress files using gzip, bzip2, and zip
• Schedule automated tasks with cron and at
• Compare and split files using Linux utilities

Day 4: Text Processing & AWK

• Manipulate text and characters with Linux commands
• Use regular expressions for pattern matching
• Process text with sed
• Build AWK scripts for filtering, formatting, and reporting

Day 5: Advanced AWK & Command-Line Tools

• Develop advanced AWK programs using control structures, functions, and arrays
• Automate text processing and reporting
• Enhance scripts with Linux utilities such as bc, getopts, printf, logger, xargs, and eval

FAQ

When is the class held?

The majority of the class is a full-day online course from morning to afternoon CET with 8 hours / day straight. However, please contact us to confirm the final detailed schedules.

Do I need previous Bash scripting experience?

No. This course is suitable for Linux users with basic command-line knowledge who want to learn Bash scripting from the ground up.

Is this course practical?

Yes. The course includes hands-on labs and scripting exercises that mirror real-world Linux administration tasks.

What Linux text processing tools are covered?

You'll learn powerful text processing tools such as grep, sed, tr, and AWK to search, edit, analyse, and automate data processing tasks through scripts.

Will I learn how to automate tasks with cron and at?

Yes. The course covers using cron and at to schedule automated jobs, helping you create efficient and reliable workflows for recurring and one-time tasks.

Can this course improve system administration workflows?

Yes. It helps system administrators automate routine operations such as backups, file management, monitoring, and reporting to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.

Is Bash still relevant today?

Yes. Bash remains one of the most widely used scripting languages for Linux administration, DevOps, cloud environments, and automation.

Will this course help with DevOps?

Yes. Bash scripting is a core skill for DevOps engineers, helping automate deployments, server management, and operational workflows.

What skills will I gain?

You'll learn to write, test, debug, and maintain Bash scripts that automate Linux tasks, improve productivity, and support modern IT operations.