How to Be a Linux Expert

Last Updated: February 10, 2019

GNU/Linux is a free operating system. As a Linux expert, you'll improve your computer skills, be able to use a system completely customised by you to suit your needs, and have better chances of landing a good job in the IT & Computer industry. The following steps will guide you to start at being a Linux expert. Rest assured, the journey is long and fun.

Steps

1
Use a GNU/Linux based operating system as your main. A lot of IT, Computer, Physics , etc. students install a Linux distro as a secondary operating system on their computers. If you want to be an expert, Use it as your primary operating system.
2
Try different distributions. GNU/Linux has thousands of distributions, try major ones. Like Debian and Archlinux

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3
Use Terminal to solve problems. GNU/Linux is a terminal-based operating system. If you want to be an expert, you need to learn how to work on terminal.
4
Learn a Programming Language. Programming Languages let you make better tweaks to the system and to fix what you need to. Learn main languages of the Unix family like C, C++, Python, and/or Bash.
5
Try different Desktop Environments(Graphical UIs). GNU/Linux has thousands of X Desktop environments like GNOME, KDE or XFCE.
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Use IRC channels to get support. A lot of Linux distributions have their own IRC (Internet Relay Chat) channels. You can ask your questions there.
7
Learn about patching and versioning systems(subversion, git)
8
Use forums or communities such as linux.com
9
Look for a Linux-related job. (Go to Openhatch)

Community Q&A

Question

Is it difficult to learn Linux?

77Ecrivan

Community Answer

There is most certainly a learning curve to Linux if you are coming from Windows or MacOS. If you find it difficult, try starting with a more user-friendly distribution like Ubuntu.
Question

How can I get Linux app and the setup?

Nithik Ramesh

Community Answer

Linux is an operating system that can be installed on your PC, it is not an app. If you want to know how to install the OS, visit our page on how to install Linux.
Question

Can I learn hacking in my Android mobile?

Nithik Ramesh

Community Answer

Yes you can. Android is based on a Linux Kernel so by downloading a terminal emulator from the Google Play Store, you can run Linux commands. The problem is mobile phones have different processor architectures and some important libraries may be missing but this problem may be solved if you are good enough in programming. It recommended to use the app called 'Termux'. You can learn the basics of hacking through this terminal emulator. But if you seriously want to learn some advanced hacking skills, consider getting yourself a PC.