Admin tutorials

[ch33zw1z]

So I maybe have a lead on a new career path as a linux admin.

I have quite a bit of Linux experience, mostly on debian (Ubuntu server and desktop)

The new position will likely be CentOS or Red hat.

I am asking for any types of tutorials targeted at admins. I'm very comfortable with CLI, have set up small scripts to mount encrypted partitions, cronjobs for backups, and stuff like that.

I'd really like to nail this, as my current position has really started to take a toll on my physical and mental well being, as well as my family life.

So any direction or advice is helpful.

I'm currently setting up a Fedora and CentOS VM using Windows 10 Hyper-V. I have an Ubuntu server VM that my son and I set up for him to host a small webpage on.

edit: linuxcommand.org is a good place to start. I know quite a bit of the beginner stuff, but it's got quite a bit of stuff I've never done in terms to using the bash shell and commands.

 

[edcoolio]

So I maybe have a lead on a new career path as a linux admin.

I have quite a bit of Linux experience, mostly on debian (Ubuntu server and desktop)

The new position will likely be CentOS or Red hat.

I am asking for any types of tutorials targeted at admins. I'm very comfortable with CLI, have set up small scripts to mount encrypted partitions, cronjobs for backups, and stuff like that.

I'd really like to nail this, as my current position has really started to take a toll on my physical and mental well being, as well as my family life.

So any direction or advice is helpful.

I'm currently setting up a Fedora and CentOS VM using Windows 10 Hyper-V. I have an Ubuntu server VM that my son and I set up for him to host a small webpage on.

edit: linuxcommands.org is a good place to start. I know quite a bit of the beginner stuff, but it's got quite a bit of stuff I've never done in terms to using the bash shell and commands.

Excellent!!

Definitely bookmark the simplified man pages at Distrowatch. It always comes in handy.

Since Redhat is a pay for play, Fedora was a good move (obviously). However, I would suggest that it is time to set Fedora aside for a bit and download/run Redhat through their developer program. You can register and download for free HERE.

I'm not too sure what you are shooting for, as admin for Redhat is a very wide field.

If you want to slam dunk any Redhat position, you will need certification. This happens a lot because companies pay for it, just like Microsoft Server. Of course, you could find a company that will hire without the certifications, but that is tougher to find. Lots of companies pay their I.T. people for certification and training. It is worth it if you can find an entry to medium level position that offers this. To give you an idea, a learning subscription and access to certification tests is $7000, self-guided, online. These guys love their certifications.

A great place to get cheap(er) training on CentOS is HERE. beginlinux is a great place to get lots of help.

I hope it works out for you. We (and I) need more elite geeks in this world!

 

[ch33zw1z]

Thanks for the info.

If all goes well, I get the position and they pay for training. It may be a pay cut, but in the long run worth it.

Anyways, I'll check out the links, thanks

 

[PliotronX]

Excellent!!

Definitely bookmark the simplified man pages at Distrowatch. It always comes in handy.

Since Redhat is a pay for play, Fedora was a good move (obviously). However, I would suggest that it is time to set Fedora aside for a bit and download/run Redhat through their developer program. You can register and download for free HERE.

I'm not too sure what you are shooting for, as admin for Redhat is a very wide field.

If you want to slam dunk any Redhat position, you will need certification. This happens a lot because companies pay for it, just like Microsoft Server. Of course, you could find a company that will hire without the certifications, but that is tougher to find. Lots of companies pay their I.T. people for certification and training. It is worth it if you can find an entry to medium level position that offers this. To give you an idea, a learning subscription and access to certification tests is $7000, self-guided, online. These guys love their certifications.

A great place to get cheap(er) training on CentOS is HERE. beginlinux is a great place to get lots of help.

I hope it works out for you. We (and I) need more elite geeks in this world!

Thank you for the tips!

 

[manly]

If you need a good introduction to many topics, this is a good book to have:
https://www.amazon.com/UNIX-Linux-System-Administration-Handbook/dp/0134277554/

 

[XavierMace]

I remember this being a good book, but it's probably a bit dated now: https://www.amazon.com/Accidental-Administrator-Step-Step-Configuration/dp/1453689923/

 

[JM Aggie08]

Linux Academy is very reasonably priced for quality content and labs.