Complete Linux Bash Shell Scripting with Real Life Examples (Udemy.com)
Shell Scripting and Programming for Daily Tedious Tasks Automation (Scripting is required for RHCSA certification)
Created by: Imran Afzal
Last updated April 2026
What you will learn
- Students will be able to understand shell scripting concepts
- Students will be able to write basic to advance level shell scripts
- Students will understand how shell scripts become useful to automate daily system administration tasks
- How to accept input from a user and then make decisions on that input
How it compares
Against the other 124 rated Udemy courses in Linux on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.7 out of 5higher than 93% of them
- Reviews4,978#17 of 125 by number of reviews
- Length14.7 hourslonger than 86% of them
- Last updatedApril 2026more recently than 73% of them
Course Description
Welcome to our comprehensive course on Linux Bash Shell Scripting, tailored for those with a foundational understanding of Linux who are eager to enhance their Linux Command Line and shell scripting skills. In this course, we explore the practical aspects of Linux bash, focusing extensively on bash script Linux techniques and Linux bash shell script applications.
Through this training, you'll gain hands-on experience with various bash scripts, each rooted in real-life scenarios. This approach not only makes learning more enjoyable for hobbyists but also equips aspiring Linux system admins with vital shell scripting abilities. Additionally, experienced Linux engineers will find this course a valuable opportunity to consolidate their command line and bash scripting expertise.
With the Complete Linux Bash Shell Scripting with Real Life Examples course, you'll master key concepts in shell scripting, from script automation and process management to advanced command line techniques. This course dives deep into essential Linux commands, text processing, and control structures, giving you the skills to create scripts that automate repetitive tasks and enhance system efficiency. Designed for Linux enthusiasts, system administrators, and DevOps professionals, this course combines real-life examples with best practices, providing a strong foundation for tackling complex scripting challenges and optimizing Linux environments. By the end, you’ll be ready to apply your scripting knowledge to streamline workflows and increase productivity across diverse Linux systems.
Join us as we explore the fascinating world of bash and Linux bash script through real-life examples, ensuring that you acquire skills that are both practical and relevant in today's tech-driven landscape.
In this training we will cover the following:
Section 1 – (Lab Setup)
· What is Virtual Box?
· Downloading and installing Virtual Box
· Creating first virtual machine
· Linux installation
Section: 2 – (Shell Scripting Basics)
· What is Kernel?
· What is a Shell?
· Shell Scripting?
· Type of Shells
· Starting a Shell
· How to Run a Shell Script
Section: 3 – (Scripting Standards)
· Naming Convention
· Script File Permissions
· Shell Script Format
· Sequence of Script Execution
Section: 4 – (Basic Shell Scripts)
· Creating 1st script
· Script to run basic tasks
· Defining variable
· Input/output script
· Conditions/If else statement scripts
· Case statement scripts
· For loop scripts
· Do-while scripts
· Exist Status
· Handouts
Section: 5 – (Real Life Scripts)
· Accessing data from files
· Check remote servers connectivity
· Script for scheduling and notification
· Script to delete old files
· Backup filesystem
· For loops scripts for file system – 1
· For loops scripts for file system – 2
· Copy files to remote hosts
· User directory assignment
· List of users logged in by date
· Central logging (rsyslog) script
· Script for user account management
· Disable inactive users
· Check process status and killing it
· Status on total number of files
· Script to create system inventory
· Getting online help
· Homework
Additional Resources
· This section has so many additional Linux related lectures
Here is the testimonial from my students:
To all of you that are looking for a REALLY GOOD LINUX course, THIS IS IT, SERIOUSLY I promise you won't find a course on LINUX here that is THIS GOOD. -- T.J. Marstiller (Udemy Student)
Imran is a very knowledgeable and engaging instructor. As others have said, you can tell that he is not just trying to sell a course, but that he is invested in giving his students a strong career foundation with a positive and approachable attitude. He is also entertaining with his use of pop culture and practical work examples. It really feels like you're in a classroom with him. I'm taking this course mainly as a hobbyist, but got a lot from it already. The homework assignments, quizzes, and handouts help reinforce the material. -- Raymond B. (Udemy Student)
Main thing about course is its simplicity and the hierarchy. Design is very good and easy which helps to understand things better. -- Akash Garg (Udemy Student)
I just love the teaching ad the learning experience I am getting -- Jacob Samba (Udemy Student)
Imran Afzal might be my favorite teacher I've EVER had. He is funny, and engaging. The course was easy to follow, and with no experience starting I am now extremely comfortable with Linux, and actually really like it. He does make you do your googles, but this is not a bad thing especially considering the nature of IT and documentation to solve your own problems. I highly recommend. -- Vanessa Diaz-Goumond (Udemy Student)
The course is run very well and I really like the handouts and the homework that is assigned. The homework helps me learn and continue with the learning process even when adult life is still progressing forward. -- Thomas Rogers (Udemy Student)
Such an amazing instructor. Imran must have put in a lot of effort in structuring the course and taking the student step by step, he takes his time in explaining everything, from what Linux is, how to down load it, coding, etc. I have taken other courses from Imran. I am a student for life. Keep it up and please keep preparing more courses for please like us who can benefit from your way of teaching, knowledge and experience. Thank you. -- Ali Shiekh (Udemy Student)
Instructor Details
- 4.7 Rating
4,978 Reviews
Imran Afzal
Imran Afzal is the CEO of UTCLI Solutions, a best-selling IT instructor, career coach, and technology educator who has trained over 1 million students worldwide. His teaching focuses on helping professionals build real-world skills in IT career growth, Linux, cloud computing, systems administration, and AI productivity.
With 25+ years of experience in enterprise IT, leadership, and training, Imran has worked across Fortune 500 environments in finance, fashion, media, and technology. His professional journey began in 2001 at Time Warner in New York City and includes major projects involving data center migrations, VMware deployments, monitoring tools, Linux/UNIX systems, Windows Server, and Amazon cloud migrations.
Through his Udemy courses, YouTube channel “Learn with Imran Afzal,” corporate training, and career coaching programs, Imran teaches students how to learn practical technology skills, grow their confidence, prepare for IT jobs, and stay ahead in a fast-changing world where AI is transforming the workplace. His mission is simple: make technology easier to understand and help people build careers they are proud of.
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Reviews
By Kalpesh Tanaji Ugale on 4/6/2026
This course was very informative and didn’t feel like it was just for beginners. If a learner practices everything covered, it truly takes them from zero to hero in scripting. Thank you for creating such an informative and easy-to-understand course.
By muddassir raza khan on 2/7/2026
As-salamu Alaikum. Imran Sir, you have a truly innovative and effective way of teaching. Your explanations are crystal clear, and you make even complex concepts easy to understand for everyone. Throughout the entire session, you never once made us feel that any step, configuration, or setting was too difficult or beyond our ability. Instead, the ease with which you demonstrated everything built confidence in us and made us believe that we can do it too. i have truly enjoyed your training session I have never seen you say that something is too hard or impossible for students. You always encourage us to practice more and more so we can achieve perfection in every aspect. Learning under your guidance was a truly mind-blowing experience. Thank you so much for being such a kind, motivating, and inspiring mentor. Thanks, and Regards Muddassir Khan
By Matthew Igbinehi on 10/31/2025
After completing two of his courses focused on the Linux operating system, I can confidently say he is an excellent instructor. He could easily have named the course “Linux/Bash Scripting Made Easy,” because he truly makes learning Linux both easy and interesting.
By Ivaylo Ivanov on 11/25/2024
Thank you, Imran, for having such a detailed explanation of scripting and Linux content. This is very good foundational understanding and definitely will strengthen up my technical level of skills. Truly, I knew some things, but I've learned a lot more.
By tejvir Indolia on 9/16/2022
no doubt Imran is amazing tutor, you doing a great job. The way he deliver his lecture is awesome. Now, i am feeling more confident after completing this course. Love you sir.................................................keep doing good work.
By Joel Stroback on 7/30/2022
It was an excellent course! Imran covered the Linux scripting part of the course very well. The additional resources section was a pleasant surprise by covering many topics crucial to Linux Administration. It will certainly help me with my job interviewing let alone with working in the field.
By Mukid Khan on 1/2/2021
Yes, sure this is very nice explaination and bash shell scripting is so usefull for me. Imran i am oracle dba so i purcehase this course for some dba related shall scripting which i need its find good for me. and if you have some more scripting regarding oracle dba then please sent me on my mail id mukidkhan@gmail.com ...........thanks once again
By Gabriele De Simone on 12/13/2020
la traduzione in in italiano molto scarsa...
By Ahmed on 12/6/2020
It was a very good course and Imran deserves 5 Stars. The pace was bit slow but information and contents were very practical. thanks
By Meetali Deshmukh on 12/6/2020
Update 1 :
I am here to brush up my Linux knowledge. By far, the course is engaging and highlight is I can remember each and every concept explained till now. Looking forward to some more engaging and knowledge packed videos.
By Sunil T M on 11/26/2020
good covers all topics for LINUX
By Hubert Zasawski on 11/24/2020
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