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My computer engineering and software-development work includes operating systems, command-line tools, filesystems, permissions, networking, scripting, servers, and deployment workflows. I can help students navigate Linux, manage files and...
My computer engineering and software-development work includes operating systems, command-line tools, filesystems, permissions, networking, scripting, servers, and deployment workflows. I can help students navigate Linux, manage files and...

I help students learn Linux through hands on, practical instruction focused on real system usage. My experience includes working extensively in Linux environments such as Kali Linux, using the command line, navigating file...
I help students learn Linux through hands on, practical instruction focused on real system usage. My experience includes working extensively in Linux environments such as Kali Linux, using the command line, navigating file...
Vladimir's lesson on DFS and flows in graph was super helpful! Particularly, he went above an beyond by coding up really instructive simulations to help teach how do algorithms like DFS and Ford Fulkerson work on an actual graph, ... - Kaushik, 25 lessons with Vladimir

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages, and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming...
I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages, and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming...
Samantha is helping me get back into coding after a 3-year hiatus. She is knowledgeable, patient, and an excellent communicator! I would recommend her to anyone looking to expand or build upon their skills. Samantha also proved t... - Amy, 17 lessons with Samantha

I do web design and programming primarily in a Linux environment, and have written Linux bash shells in C++ and Java. I have been leasing a shared Linux server since 2002, have experience setting up shell accounts & doing...
I do web design and programming primarily in a Linux environment, and have written Linux bash shells in C++ and Java. I have been leasing a shared Linux server since 2002, have experience setting up shell accounts & doing...
My son is thoroughly happy with Steven and his grades reflect the enthusiasm. Steven is patient and pushes my son to think for himself. Couldn't be happier. My son looks forward to each session and is now scoring not far off 10... - PT, 33 lessons with Steven

I'm a professional Data Scientist and Harvard PhD with 13+ years of coding with Linux. I am familiar with popular package managers, popular packages, and environments and version control.
I'm a professional Data Scientist and Harvard PhD with 13+ years of coding with Linux. I am familiar with popular package managers, popular packages, and environments and version control.
I cannot speak highly enough about the impact Nghia had on my academic success. I was struggling with two demanding college courses and felt completely overwhelmed—until he stepped in. Not only did he break down complex material i... - Brit, 19 lessons with Nghia

I use the Linux terminal all day, every day for programming, coursework, and technical projects. Over time, Linux has become my main environment for writing code, managing files, working with remote machines, and solving practical...
I use the Linux terminal all day, every day for programming, coursework, and technical projects. Over time, Linux has become my main environment for writing code, managing files, working with remote machines, and solving practical...

I work in Linux and the command line every day as a software engineer, running servers, deployments, and development environments. I spent about five years in technical support before that, so I am used to walking someone through a terminal...
I work in Linux and the command line every day as a software engineer, running servers, deployments, and development environments. I spent about five years in technical support before that, so I am used to walking someone through a terminal...

I have personally deployed Linux on 3 flight control systems and many ground monitoring systems -- all having varying real-time low-latency requirements. Linux has been my primary desktop O/S since 2007. I have tutored many...
I have personally deployed Linux on 3 flight control systems and many ground monitoring systems -- all having varying real-time low-latency requirements. Linux has been my primary desktop O/S since 2007. I have tutored many...
Jim is an AMAZING tutor! He helped me throughout my "Vibrations and Controls" class, which is the hardest class that mechanical engineering students at my university need to take. He broke down complex concepts and explained them ... - Margarett, 9 lessons with Jim

I have worked in the field of software engineering for over ten years, during which time I have served as an administrator of Unix based systems, including Linux variants such as Ubuntu and CentOS. I have a BBA in Management Information...
I have worked in the field of software engineering for over ten years, during which time I have served as an administrator of Unix based systems, including Linux variants such as Ubuntu and CentOS. I have a BBA in Management Information...
John is deeply knowledgeable in Linux. He explains the commands and how to use them and why they should be used in great detail. I truly appreciate that about him. I enjoyed working with him. Looking forward to learning more from ... - Renee, 12 lessons with John

I've used Linux ever since kernel 2.2 when I was a college student in 2001. I've installed and run my own physical Linux servers numerous times between 2001 and 2013, including dual booting Linux alongside Windows on...
I've used Linux ever since kernel 2.2 when I was a college student in 2001. I've installed and run my own physical Linux servers numerous times between 2001 and 2013, including dual booting Linux alongside Windows on...
The goal was to learn about Docker and run it in a linux vm. He was very knowledgeable about how to make it work in a linux vm environment. He is also aware how to modify the settings in the virtual box to make it work with the W... - Wai

I hold a Master of Cyber Forensics and Security, where my coursework included Open Source Software, Linux administration, cryptography, ethical hacking, and digital forensics. I have over 3 years of experience teaching and mentoring...
I hold a Master of Cyber Forensics and Security, where my coursework included Open Source Software, Linux administration, cryptography, ethical hacking, and digital forensics. I have over 3 years of experience teaching and mentoring...
I had a 2 hour session with Ivan and it went very well! I am interested in getting into Information Technology, and wanted up my technology skills. I am not naturally tech-savvy, but Ivan explained everything I wanted to know ve... - Richard

I especially love cooking up Bash pipelines to solve problems. The various flavors of Linux, UNIX, packages like Cygwin, and now Microsoft's Windows Subsystem for Linux make UNIX tools available on a very wide of platforms. I...
I especially love cooking up Bash pipelines to solve problems. The various flavors of Linux, UNIX, packages like Cygwin, and now Microsoft's Windows Subsystem for Linux make UNIX tools available on a very wide of platforms. I...
William took the time to make sure I was really comprehending the material we were going over. He was extremely patient and kind, and never condescending no matter how lost I was. If you're looking to actually learn, William is ... - Kaitlyn, 9 lessons with William

I've been using Linux as my primary OS for the past 15 years, both personally and academically (Ubuntu and Arch, mostly). My PhD was entirely coded in Linux environments, both locally on my laptops and on remote Linux...
I've been using Linux as my primary OS for the past 15 years, both personally and academically (Ubuntu and Arch, mostly). My PhD was entirely coded in Linux environments, both locally on my laptops and on remote Linux...
He is great! Very knowledgeable and patient. Learned a great deal from him. Will recommend him to anyone who is interested in computational neuroscience and anything that is related to Python. - Jiangmei, 16 lessons with Graham

For over 15 years, I have managed servers based on Linux. I am most fluent with Ubuntu, but also have experience in RedHat, CentOS, Amazon Linux, Apache, Nginx, Asterisk, etc. I have experience in both AWS and Azure managing VMs,...
For over 15 years, I have managed servers based on Linux. I am most fluent with Ubuntu, but also have experience in RedHat, CentOS, Amazon Linux, Apache, Nginx, Asterisk, etc. I have experience in both AWS and Azure managing VMs,...
Matt helped me tremendously...he was knowledgable, patient, and efficient. I learned a lot and I would recommend him for any and all Linux issues. I look forward to working with him again. - AJ

I teach Linux with focus on system administration, command line (CLI), file permissions, process and service management, package installation, and troubleshooting. I also cover shell scripting, automation, and Linux server basics...
I teach Linux with focus on system administration, command line (CLI), file permissions, process and service management, package installation, and troubleshooting. I also cover shell scripting, automation, and Linux server basics...
Maria is a very patient and organized teacher. She understands Java perfectly and is incredibly knowledgeable. She quickly grasps homework problems and unexpected questions, and she explains her process clearly both while workin... - Dan, 11 lessons with Maria

I tutor basic Linux usage with a focus on working comfortably at the command line and writing simple shell scripts. I help students learn common commands for navigating the file system, managing files and directories, viewing and editing...
I tutor basic Linux usage with a focus on working comfortably at the command line and writing simple shell scripts. I help students learn common commands for navigating the file system, managing files and directories, viewing and editing...
I highly recommend choosing Chadi as your tutor! I started as a beginner in database SQL. I was clueless and I gained a great understanding of database SQL all thanks to Chadi. You will definitely learn a lot from him. Chadi’s k... - Kelley, 33 lessons with CHADI

I have several years of experience working with Linux systems in both academic and practical settings. As part of my Ph.D. research in digital forensics, I conducted in-depth investigations and forensic analysis on Linux...
I have several years of experience working with Linux systems in both academic and practical settings. As part of my Ph.D. research in digital forensics, I conducted in-depth investigations and forensic analysis on Linux...

I use Debian Linux (Kali) as a main OS - Basic concepts such as installation, troubleshooting, and Linux fundamentals; either on bare metal or as a virtualization using Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL2). Permissions,...
I use Debian Linux (Kali) as a main OS - Basic concepts such as installation, troubleshooting, and Linux fundamentals; either on bare metal or as a virtualization using Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL2). Permissions,...
A thoughtful, detail-oriented individual that knows his subjects well. He accomplished in 20 minutes what another with years of experience could not accomplish in over an hour. I employed him to set up my new pc with Linux which... - Steve, 5 lessons with Matthew

I have worked with Unix/Linux for companies and my own Linux OS machine. I also have used Mac OS for the past 5 years, which is based on Unix commands. I have helped students learn Linux commands and even help them make...
I have worked with Unix/Linux for companies and my own Linux OS machine. I also have used Mac OS for the past 5 years, which is based on Unix commands. I have helped students learn Linux commands and even help them make...
I was having a hard time completing my mobile app for my Android Studio project class and searched far and wide on wyzant for a tutor who would help with this. Luckily for me Akeme answered my cry for help as i messaged over 100 d... - Anthony

I've worked in several environments supporting CentOS Linux systems and Linux based including firewalls and proxies. I currently support an environment with several production Linux appliances.
I've worked in several environments supporting CentOS Linux systems and Linux based including firewalls and proxies. I currently support an environment with several production Linux appliances.
Andrew S. is a thoughtful, experienced, and keen educator. He is proficient enough to answer most any question some one might have about IT or security. He provides explanation past your initial query to ensure that you leave the ... - James, 7 lessons with Andrew

I have been using Linux for the past 30 years. During this time, I have gained a strong understanding of the Linux operating system. I have also gained experience in using a variety of Linux applications and tools. I am...
I have been using Linux for the past 30 years. During this time, I have gained a strong understanding of the Linux operating system. I have also gained experience in using a variety of Linux applications and tools. I am...
Rodrigo A, impressed me as being an excellent tutor and dedicated educator. He truly cares about his students and willing to go the extra mile for them to understand the material. Also, his expertise is very up to date and real wo... - John

I have tutored 479 hours in Linux, UNIX, Bash, and Bash scripting on Wyzant. I have years of work and tutoring experience with the Linux/UNIX command line and with shell scripting, including with sed, awk, grep, and regular...
I have tutored 479 hours in Linux, UNIX, Bash, and Bash scripting on Wyzant. I have years of work and tutoring experience with the Linux/UNIX command line and with shell scripting, including with sed, awk, grep, and regular...
I recently last month started a Linux w/ a Specialized track in Ansible Automation program with a well-known Tech Bootcamp in September. With a background in healthcare, I was completely lost until beginning tutoring with dear, Da... - Lafeysha, 9 lessons with David

I have hosted services on AWS on virtual machines running Linux. I also use Linux on a day to day basis at home. I have built my own distribution based on Arch.
I have hosted services on AWS on virtual machines running Linux. I also use Linux on a day to day basis at home. I have built my own distribution based on Arch.

I used Linux frequently during my time at Oregon State University. All programs were required to compile on the schools Linux server and many classes only provided instruction and software available on Linux. I have experience...
I used Linux frequently during my time at Oregon State University. All programs were required to compile on the schools Linux server and many classes only provided instruction and software available on Linux. I have experience...
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