DATES: 2-3 November 2016 (2 sessions)
TIME: 11:00 - 13:00 (a total of 4 hours)

This course is devoted to learn the basic concepts of Linux and one of the most famous UNIX shells: Bash.

PROGRAMME
Day 1 – Understanding Linux
We will study and practice the following concepts:
• What is UNIX
• Linux (shell, file system, etc)
• Man
• Running your own Linux
• Remote connection
• Shell
• Environment variables
• Commands
• Listing directories
• Contents of a file
• Moving around directories
• Creating and (re)moving directories
• Creating, copying and (re)moving files
• Permissions
• Aliases
• Text editors: nano, vi(m)
• Managing jobs
• Finding stuff
• Managing space
• Login
• Remote copying
• Remote download
• (De)compressing files
• Archiving files
Day 2 – Basic Shell scripting (Bash)
This day is dedicated to Bash itself. More precisely, bash scripting. This technique allows us to combine tools and commands to create small and time-saving applications. At the end of the session, we will suggest some exercises.

PREREQUISITES
A Linux computer, although Mac users could benefit too.

*Registration is free, but inscription is required before 27th October: So as to inscribe send an e-mail to roldan@bcamath.org. Student grants are available. Please, let us know if you need support for travel and accommodation expenses.