Linux (Ubuntu Server) – basics for testers

Why take this course

Testers often need to use Linux systems, especially in server environments and test automation. This course will give you practical knowledge on navigating Ubuntu Server, using the terminal, and understanding basic Linux mechanisms, improving both efficiency and quality of your tests.

What you’ll learn

• Identify and choose appropriate Linux distributions
• Navigate the Linux terminal efficiently
• Work in basic graphical environments (Unity, Gnome, KDE)
• Install and configure Ubuntu Server
• Use terminal tools and commands to manage the system
• Optimize manual and automated tests using Linux tools

Certification & Exam

Upon completion, you will receive a personalized certificate confirming your practical Linux (Ubuntu Server) skills. There is no final exam – active participation in the sessions is sufficient.

Who is this course for

• Manual and automated testers who want to learn Linux basics
• Beginners starting work with Linux systems
• QA specialists needing Linux terminal skills
• Anyone who wants to use Linux practically in application testing

Topics covered

• Introduction to Linux:
• • Basic information about Linux systems
  • Presentation of various Linux distributions
  • Presentation of Ubuntu Server
• Introduction to graphic environments:
  • Types of graphic environments
  • Presentation of:
  • Gnome
  • KDE
  • Unity
• Installation of Ubuntu server:
  • Going through the basic system installation. (ext, ext2, ext3, SWAP)
• Work with the Linux Terminal:
  • Navigating in the terminal (cd/mkdir/ls)
  • File operations
  • Data streams, pipelines
  • Vim, Nano
  • Ssh, wget
• System administration:
  • Top, Atop, Htop, ps
  • Basic network configuration