Linux Tools for Software Development
Master essential Linux development tools and command-line skills in this comprehensive 14-week course from Linux Foundation.
Master essential Linux development tools and command-line skills in this comprehensive 14-week course from Linux Foundation.
This practical course introduces developers to crucial Linux tools and command-line utilities for software development. Students learn bash scripting, file system management, program compilation, library usage, and package building. The curriculum focuses on automating development tasks and working efficiently in Linux environments.
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What you'll learn
Master essential Linux command-line tools and utilities
Create automated solutions with bash scripting
Understand Linux filesystem management and operations
Compile programs using gcc and other compilers
Work with static and shared libraries effectively
Build software packages for Linux distributions
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Module Description
The course provides comprehensive training in Linux development tools and environments. Students learn essential command-line utilities, bash scripting for task automation, and file system management. The curriculum covers program compilation using gcc and other compilers, working with static and shared libraries, and building software packages for distribution. Emphasis is placed on practical skills needed for productive Linux development.
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Distinguished Linux Expert and Former Training Director at Linux Foundation
Jerry Cooperstein has established himself as a leading figure in Linux education and development since 1994, combining his extensive background in nuclear astrophysics with Linux expertise. His career spans multiple prestigious institutions, beginning with a postdoctoral fellowship at Nordita and including positions at Brookhaven National Laboratory, University of Washington, and Oregon State University. He joined the Linux Foundation in 2009 as Training Program Director, where he served until his retirement in June 2023, overseeing the development and delivery of all training content. His academic credentials include a Ph.D., Master's, and BS in Physics from Stony Brook University. Throughout his career, Cooperstein has made significant contributions to both scientific computing and Linux education, developing state-of-the-art simulation software for supercomputers and creating comprehensive training programs for Linux kernel and user space development. His expertise in Linux device drivers and interrupt handling has made him a respected authority in the field, and he has been instrumental in shaping the Linux Foundation's educational initiatives, including the popular "Introduction to Linux" course which has enrolled over 250,000 students worldwide.
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