Linux Command-Line Workshop

Hands-on exercises for the Linux Command-Line Workshop series.

About

This repository contains practical exercises to accompany my blog series on linux tutorial. Read the blog series at ayu.ch/blog/linux-tutorial.

Each part has its own directory with:

• README with challenge instructions
• Setup script to create necessary files
• Verification script to check your solution

Workshop Series

• Part 0: Setting Up Your Environment
• Part 1: Getting Started - Navigation & File Operations
• Part 2: Reading & Searching - Text Processing
• Part 3: Permissions & Processes - System Control
• Part 4: Environment Customization - Shell Setup

Getting Started

Clone this repository:

git clone https://github.com/yourusername/linux-workshop.git
cd linux-workshop

Start with Part 0 to verify your setup, then proceed through each part in order.

How to Use

Each part follows this structure:

1. Read the challenge in the README
2. Run ./setup.sh if provided (creates necessary files)
3. Complete the challenge on your own
4. Run ./verify.sh to check your solution
5. Review hints if you're stuck

Prerequisites

• Basic terminal access (WSL/Linux/macOS)
• Completed Part 0 setup verification

Tips

• Try to complete challenges without looking at hints first
• Read error messages carefully
• Use man and --help when stuck
• Practice makes perfect

License

MIT License - Free to use for learning and teaching

Credits

Created for Open Source Chandigarh - Linux Workshop.