Digital Skills

Command line fundamentals

Basic usage of the command line is a prerequisite to all the workshops proposed by the DigitalSkills initiative at the University of Geneva. Hence we add a workshop to introduce the usage of the command line to young researchers.

The command line is a fantastic tool to work efficiently with a computer. It offers numerous advantages compared to classical tools depending on a GUI. If computer scientists use it, there is probably a good reason for that.

This workshop is an introduction. You will learn to type your first command, learn to navigate the filesystem and inspect files, and use the help to understand or find a command. If you are familiar with the command line, this workshop is not intended for you.

Despite the workshop is focused on the Linux operating system, most of its content can also be applied to Mac OS.

Registration

The registration link has been sent to the eligible participants.

Prerequisite

No prerequisite are requested for this workshop, except having basic skills in using a computer.

Material needed

Due to the current pandemic, the workshop will be provided remotely through Zoom. Hence you need to have access to Zoom. Please read the following documentation to have access to the platform. You will also need an access to a machine that has a command line installed:

  • Linux has a default terminal emulator installed.
  • Mac OS has a default terminal emulator installed.
  • Virtual Desktop Infrastructure can be used (accessible here) with your university's credentials. If you register, we will make a Linux image available during the workshop. Then you can: (i) access it through your browser, or (ii) install the VMware Horizon client on your machine.
  • Windows is not recommended and you should install the Linux subsystem. Please check the documentation or contact the IT support of your section/department/institute.

Date & Location

Due to an unexpected high demand, we unfortunately closed the registration.

The next workshop sessions are on the:

  • 2020.11.26 from 14:15 to 17:00 (full)
  • 2020.11.27 from 14:15 to 17:00 (full)
  • 2020.12.10 from 14:15 to 17:00 (split)

The URL of the Zoom meeting will be sent to the registered students.