Welcome to the Bash Basics course! In the first chapter, we're going to explore the basics of **the Linux operating system** and **the terminal**. Understanding these foundational concepts will set you up for success as we dive deeper.

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To reinforce what you've learned, let's practice **opening the terminal** and running **a few more basic commands**. This will help you become comfortable with the terminal environment.

- **Open the terminal** either by using a shortcut or through the menu.
- Type `echo I am learning Bash!` and press Enter. This command will **display the text on the screen**, as shown in the video.
- Type `date` and press Enter. This command will **show the current date and time**.
- Type `clear` and press Enter. This command **removes all previously executed commands from the terminal**.
- Type `history` and press Enter. This command lists **the history of all commands executed by the current user**.

> **Note**
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> Remember, **practice makes perfect**. The more you interact with the terminal, the more confident you'll become. Keep experimenting and don't be afraid to explore new commands.

Master the Bash command line with our course. The course covers practical skills like creating and editing files and dives into user management and permissions. Advanced topics include command chaining, output redirection, and Bash scripting basics, where you'll write your own scripts, utilize variables, and automate tasks with loops. By the end, you'll be proficient in using the Bash terminal to enhance your Linux experience and increase your productivity.

Gain a foundational understanding of file and directory management within the Linux file system. Familiarize yourself with the layout of the terminal, the structure of commands, and master using these commands to efficiently organize your system's file hierarchy.

Dive into user management and access control in Linux. This section covers how to create and manage user accounts, understand and implement user permissions, and use sudo for administrative tasks to ensure secure and efficient system management.

Master the art of controlling data flow through the command line. Learn how to direct output between commands, files, and programs using redirection and pipes. This section will enhance your ability to manipulate and handle various data streams efficiently.

Unlock the power of automating repetitive tasks with Bash scripting. Get hands-on experience creating scripts, defining variables, handling command line arguments, and writing control structures to streamline your workflows.

Bash Basics

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