How to Use these ResourcesThe resources below offer tutorials and references for learning the Linux command line, organized by level. Each level contains a mix of video and web resources, along with some self-paced online courses. BeginnerBash/Terminal Crash Course for Beginners --- YouTube video (~1.25 hours); well-paced introduction to the bash shell. Assumes you already have access to a bash command line.Beginner's Guide to Bash (Ryan's Tutorials) --- a useful no-nonsense introduction, written in a conversational style.The Linux Command Line for Beginners --- by UbuntuLearning Linux Command Line --- LinkedIn Learning video (~3 hours)Linux for Beginners --- print book by Jason Cannon. Excellent introductory and intermediate level resource.The Unix Shell -- Software Carpentries IntermediateIntroduction to Linux: A Hands on Guide --- also a book or available as a PDFThe Linux Command Line --- ebook, by William Shotts, also available in print or as a free PDF (link to PDF is on that same page). Regularly updated. Appropriate for beginner and intermediate users.Intro to Bash Scripting --- LinkedIn Learning video (~2.5 hours) More advancedCommand line Productivity Tools --- a PDF slide deck from a presentation at the Oak Ridge Leadership Computing Facility (OLCF) for using the command line more effectively on remote systems (like our clusters). Assumes a knowledge of command line basics. Useful as a reference.Multitasking in a single Terminal session --- LinkedIn learning video. Also covers basics of tmux. Learning tools & ForumsExplainShellLinux man pages onlineList of Bash tips/tricks (from StackOverflow)
