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I have also run Linux as my daily home desktop since 2000, so the command line, shell scripting, and the Unix philosophy are second nature to me. I can help you with shell scripting (bash), command-line tools, system programming in...
I have also run Linux as my daily home desktop since 2000, so the command line, shell scripting, and the Unix philosophy are second nature to me. I can help you with shell scripting (bash), command-line tools, system programming in...

My professional work as a Systems Software Engineer at NVIDIA was performed in a development environment built on UNIX principles, giving me significant hands-on experience with its architecture and command-line tools. My skills cover the...
My professional work as a Systems Software Engineer at NVIDIA was performed in a development environment built on UNIX principles, giving me significant hands-on experience with its architecture and command-line tools. My skills cover the...
I am thrilled to commend Gui for their exceptional dedication and effectiveness as a tutor. Gui's communication skills are truly remarkable, effortlessly breaking down complex concepts and making them accessible to all students. T... - Amir, 55 lessons with Guilherme

I help students understand UNIX systems through practical, command line based instruction. My experience includes working in UNIX and UNIX like environments, using core shell commands, navigating file systems, managing...
I help students understand UNIX systems through practical, command line based instruction. My experience includes working in UNIX and UNIX like environments, using core shell commands, navigating file systems, managing...
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

My computer engineering and development work includes command-line systems, filesystems, processes, permissions, networking, scripting, servers, and deployment. I can help students learn UNIX navigation, file manipulation, pipes,...
My computer engineering and development work includes command-line systems, filesystems, processes, permissions, networking, scripting, servers, and deployment. I can help students learn UNIX navigation, file manipulation, pipes,...

...including at UC Berkeley Extension. Most of my experience doing computer programming and software development has been using UNIX and Linux-based systems....
...including at UC Berkeley Extension. Most of my experience doing computer programming and software development has been using UNIX and Linux-based systems....
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/Unix environment, and have written Linux bash shells in C++ and Java. I have a good understanding of command line programming from a user/operational standpoint, as well as a...
I do web design and programming primarily in a Linux/Unix environment, and have written Linux bash shells in C++ and Java. I have a good understanding of command line programming from a user/operational standpoint, as well as a...
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

Gain hands-on experience with Linux, Ubuntu, Docker, and the command line. I'll guide you through the intricacies of system administration, network configuration, and containerization. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced user, I can help...
Gain hands-on experience with Linux, Ubuntu, Docker, and the command line. I'll guide you through the intricacies of system administration, network configuration, and containerization. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced user, I can help...
Tony helped me learn how to program in bash for Ubuntu Linux. He was great at helping me navigate roadblocks in my programming, but also taking the time to explain "why" things should be done a certain way. Thanks Tony! - Jeff

I have 16 years of unix experience, including Linux, MacOS, Solaris, HP-UX, and others. I use linux/macos as my workstation operating systems, and am familiar with the shell as well as shell scripting. I have performed research into...
I have 16 years of unix experience, including Linux, MacOS, Solaris, HP-UX, and others. I use linux/macos as my workstation operating systems, and am familiar with the shell as well as shell scripting. I have performed research into...
very patient and knows what he is talking about. Helped me through a very complicated multi program unix assignment, Very helpful and efficient in his time usage - Shaun, 3 lessons with Jon

...competition 6.370. I TA'd a class on Unix-based software development (CSE 303 at the University of Washington) and I've taught a Unix & Git workshop at CodeFellows, a Seattle codeschool, five times. I've worked with Linux web servers at Amazon from 2007...
...competition 6.370. I TA'd a class on Unix-based software development (CSE 303 at the University of Washington) and I've taught a Unix & Git workshop at CodeFellows, a Seattle codeschool, five times. I've worked with Linux web servers at Amazon from 2007...

Hi, I have a degree in electrical engineering and computer science from MIT, the top engineering school in the world. We used Linux and unix everywhere on campus. I have used those two operating systems on my jobs as a software engineer....
Hi, I have a degree in electrical engineering and computer science from MIT, the top engineering school in the world. We used Linux and unix everywhere on campus. I have used those two operating systems on my jobs as a software engineer....
Edward is exceptional. He knows what he is teaching and knows how to teach it. He cares for his students and I appreciate that! I completely trust him to guide my son to success in this subject. - Maritha, 17 lessons with Edward

I work with Unix every day as a software engineer. I'm very familiar with the Posix system call api to interact with the filesystem, external devices, process management, and memory management, as well as deep practical familiarity...
I work with Unix every day as a software engineer. I'm very familiar with the Posix system call api to interact with the filesystem, external devices, process management, and memory management, as well as deep practical familiarity...

In community college, I took ITN 171, a course in Unix and command line, skills which I still use to this day. I'm also an active Linux user, and have experience writing my own bash scripts. For example, every Sunday, I back up all the...
In community college, I took ITN 171, a course in Unix and command line, skills which I still use to this day. I'm also an active Linux user, and have experience writing my own bash scripts. For example, every Sunday, I back up all the...

I mastered UNIX in college as a student in Electrical Engineering. We were required to take computer science courses on UNIX and even build our own multitasking operating system. I was a UNIX System Administrator for 3+...
I mastered UNIX in college as a student in Electrical Engineering. We were required to take computer science courses on UNIX and even build our own multitasking operating system. I was a UNIX System Administrator for 3+...
After one school year of experience working with Harold T., we highly recommend him as a Calculus and Physics tutor. Our daughter's stress level went down and her grades went up. She now has one of the highest grades in her Physic... - Tracey, 33 lessons with Harold

I have been teaching UNIX commands and shell scripting at Palomar College since 2005. I know the bash shell.
I have been teaching UNIX commands and shell scripting at Palomar College since 2005. I know the bash shell.
My 9th grade daughter has been tutored by Valerie over a month, and she recently achieved a perfect score for the Math 1 Honors test first time. This accomplishment wouldn’t have been possible without Valerie’s guidance. Not only ... - Kevin, 53 lessons with Valerie

I have been using Unix for the past 30 years. During this time, I have gained a strong understanding of the Unix operating system. I have also gained experience in using Unix commands and utilities. I am proficient in the use...
I have been using Unix for the past 30 years. During this time, I have gained a strong understanding of the Unix operating system. I have also gained experience in using Unix commands and utilities. I am proficient in the use...
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've been using Unix since 1975, and my computer today runs Unix. I've programmed Unix and Linux professionally, and have taught a college Unix/Linux class.
I've been using Unix since 1975, and my computer today runs Unix. I've programmed Unix and Linux professionally, and have taught a college Unix/Linux class.

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 Definitely recommend David! He is knowledgeable and will try to help to his full ability! Thank you David! He helped me with python libraries and unix basics that I needed to start my assignment. - Nicole

I have 15 years of experience programming in UNIX, particularly shell scripts. I am an expert in UNIX commands and shell scripts. I am also expert in C++ and Perl. I have a math degree from Johns Hopkins and a strong academic...
I have 15 years of experience programming in UNIX, particularly shell scripts. I am an expert in UNIX commands and shell scripts. I am also expert in C++ and Perl. I have a math degree from Johns Hopkins and a strong academic...
My daughter was failing, did not want a tutor, and was convinced she would fail even with a tutor. She gave Joseph a chance and she passed her Final Algebra 2 exam with a 91! He is patient and takes the time needed to make sure yo... - Peter, 10 lessons with Joseph

I am a veteran systems architect who has worked across the entire UNIX ecosystem, from enterprise platforms like Solaris and AIX to various BSD systems and custom Linux distributions. My deep technical background allows me to easily help...
I am a veteran systems architect who has worked across the entire UNIX ecosystem, from enterprise platforms like Solaris and AIX to various BSD systems and custom Linux distributions. My deep technical background allows me to easily help...

I have used Linux and FreeBSD systems for nearly 15 years now, professionally and personally. I have hosted numerous services on Linux machines in AWS. I typically do all my development on Linux machines. I have built my own Arch Linux...
I have used Linux and FreeBSD systems for nearly 15 years now, professionally and personally. I have hosted numerous services on Linux machines in AWS. I typically do all my development on Linux machines. I have built my own Arch Linux...

I have worked as a web developer for 12 years and I have used Solaris which is a form of Unix as is Linux. I have also used Mac which has Linux as an operating system. I have written shell scripts and I am accustomed to using the command...
I have worked as a web developer for 12 years and I have used Solaris which is a form of Unix as is Linux. I have also used Mac which has Linux as an operating system. I have written shell scripts and I am accustomed to using the command...
Knows how to impart knowledge and information to students in a manner that is simple and easy to understand. He is also a patient tutor and doesn't rush you when you don't understand something right away. - MIRIAM, 5 lessons with Frank

Prior to that, I worked on an insurance application on HP servers running unix. I spend 13 years in the DoD world developing software and systems running various Sun flavors of unix.
Prior to that, I worked on an insurance application on HP servers running unix. I spend 13 years in the DoD world developing software and systems running various Sun flavors of unix.
Mark helped me learn C and understand UNIX commands. Prior to our lesson, I was so lost and had no idea how to even compile and run a C program and was overwhelmed with starting a project. Mark took the time to help me understand ... - Arianna

As I completed my Masters in Computer Applications, my extensive experience in the software development industry has helped me gain success and expertise in Linux and Unix command/systems, which is essential for students and corporate...
As I completed my Masters in Computer Applications, my extensive experience in the software development industry has helped me gain success and expertise in Linux and Unix command/systems, which is essential for students and corporate...
She helped me understand CAD in a way I did not get from my instructor. She made it easily understandable. Her patience was very critical to grasping the intricate aspects of Parametric modeling. Being able to have one on one in... - Travis, 9 lessons with Priyanka

I have used UNIX on Sun computers throughout my studies. This includes PhD degree and the two Masters degrees I have earned. In addition, I have studied UNIX as a subject since my dissertation research was conducted on UNIX...
I have used UNIX on Sun computers throughout my studies. This includes PhD degree and the two Masters degrees I have earned. In addition, I have studied UNIX as a subject since my dissertation research was conducted on UNIX...
Wow. I literally called on her at the last moment. I had to rush through to tell here what I was doing for my Data Science course. She helped me through an entire course within two hours (I am someone who asks a lot of questions).... - Cor, 20 lessons with Nina

I have extensive hands-on experience working in UNIX and Linux environments for software development and system administration. I teach command-line fundamentals, file permissions, processes, pipes, redirection, and common shell utilities...
I have extensive hands-on experience working in UNIX and Linux environments for software development and system administration. I teach command-line fundamentals, file permissions, processes, pipes, redirection, and common shell utilities...
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UNIX is a family of operating systems known for its stability, portability, and command-line interface. Originating at Bell Labs in the late 1960s, UNIX laid the foundation for modern systems like Linux and macOS. It features a powerful shell, robust file system, and a modular design built around the “Unix philosophy”-small, single-purpose tools combined with pipelines to enable automation and efficiency. This design makes UNIX especially versatile for developers and system administrators.
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