Introduction

Course Description

The Get Ready for Open Source: SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop (Book 2) course (6201) provides a step-by-step, basic introduction in SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop to the following tasks:

• Perform fundamental system administration tasks
• Manage files with the shell (bash)
• Write shell pograms
• Setup services that are useful when developing shell programs

Students are motivated to learn these tasks through a series of exercises that give them "hands on" experience, encouraging them to explore the Internet for answers to relevant questions. The learning experience is enhanced through the guidance of Geeko, the SLED mascot, and his friend, Suzie, giving students pointers and advice along the way.

Course Objectives

This course teaches students the following topics and skills that help them understand the basics of administration and shell programming:

• Administer Linux with YaST
  • Manage the Network
  • Manage Users and Groups
  • View Your Network Settings
• The Linux Shell and Tools
  • Organize Files at the Command Line
  • Understand bash Commands and Features
  • Understand Advanced Command Execution
  • The vi Text Editor
  • The Basics of bash Programming
• Linux Services for Developers
  • The Version Control System - Subversion
  • The Web Server - Apache 

Prerequisite Knowledge

The course is designed for students who are interested in becoming Linux programmers, and who already know how to navigate the GUI interface and use the most important applications of the SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop. Programming and administration knowledge or experience are not required.