Basic Linux System Administration (LINSYS-1)
Launch Your System Administration Career With Expert-Led Training
Ready to break into DevOps/SRE? Start with Linux.
Every cloud server, every DevOps pipeline, every modern internet infrastructure runs on Linux. Yet most beginners struggle to learn it effectively. They get lost in complex documentation, overwhelmed by command-line interfaces, or stuck with outdated tutorials that don’t reflect real-world practices.
What if you could learn Linux from someone who’s been doing it for 30+ years?
I started using Linux in 1993. And since 2001, I’ve been teaching what I know about system administration. In this course, I’ll make sure that you have a great start into Linux system administration yourself.
Who this course is for
If you are a beginner or junior engineer, this course is ideal for you. It covers fundamental Linux administration skills you will need for your first system administration or DevOps role.
This course, especially the cohort-based variant, is also great for junior system administrators who want to reinforce their Linux skills and close knowledge gaps working with a veteran instructor.
What you will learn
This course covers all the important areas you need as a beginning Linux system administrator.
- Linux Fundamentals & Installation
- File Management
- User & Group Administration
- Process & Service Management
- Package Management & Software Installation
- Networking Fundamentals
- System Monitoring & Performance
- Basic Shell Scripting & Automation
- Security Essentials
- Backup & Recovery
With this job-focused curriculum, you’ll learn the skills employers expect from junior engineers in the DevOps and SRE space.
Hello! I’m your instructor.
My name is Jochen Lillich. I started developing software in 1984, and have multiple decades of experience in Unix/Linux system administration.
In 2001, I began teaching as a SuSE Certified Linux Trainer. I continued sharing my knowledge working as an IT Manager at two of Germany’s leading internet service providers before I launched my own managed web hosting business in 2010.
In this course, I’m going to share with you both the knowledge and the experience I’ve gathered over many years of personal practice.
I’m looking forward to working with you!
Three Ways to Boost Your Skills and Knowledge
Choose what works for you!
I offer this course in several modes:
- A cohort-based, instructor-led course for members of The Server Room, my membership community,
- a free, self-paced course for learners who prefer doing it on their own, and
- an intensive, 5-day online course in which you’ll be learning full-time with your instructor and your peers.
Cohort Course (recommended)
Perfect for: Beginners who want guidance, community, and accountability
This is a 10-week instructor-led course. Work through the materials at your own pace, then join weekly live sessions where we review concepts, tackle challenging topics, and answer your questions. You’ll be part of a supportive community of learners, all working toward the same goal.
- What You Get:
- 10 weekly live group sessions
- a community of fellow learners
- a private forum and chat channel for sharing questions and insights
- direct instructor feedback
- Price: A GROW or THRIVE membership in The Server Room
- Duration: 10–12 weeks
- Start: Our next cohort starts in September. Sign up for my newsletter to get updates.
- Sign-up: Join The Server Room with a GROW or THRIVE membership
Self-Paced Course
Perfect for: Self-motivated learners who prefer complete flexibility
Access all course materials online and work through them at your own pace. This is the same curriculum used in the cohort course, but without instructor feedback or live sessions.
- What You Get:
- Complete course materials and exercises
- Practical, hands-on learning approach
- Learn on your own schedule
- No time pressure or deadlines
- Price: A SPROUT membership in The Server Room
- Duration: Work at your own pace
- Start: Any time you like!
- Sign-up: Join The Server Room with a SPROUT membership
Intensive Bootcamp
Perfect for: Committed learners who want to dive deep, fast
Five intensive days of hands-on Linux training. We’ll cover everything from basic commands to advanced system administration in a focused, immersive environment.
- What You Get:
- 40 hours of intensive, hands-on training
- Complete curriculum in one focused week
- Direct instructor guidance throughout
- Immediate feedback and troubleshooting help
- Small group size for personalized attention
- Price: €2,500 per person
- Duration: 5 days, 8 hours each
- Start: Date to be announced, based on interest. Subscribe to my newsletter to get updates.
Testimonials
“The pace and rhythm of the course was good, it was always easy to keep up and there was enough time to understand the given lesson.”
“We at undpaul have relied on Jochen’s expertise for over a decade now. Thanks to him and his team, we can focus on developing ambitious applications, knowing we have a strong partner at our side who takes care of scalability and stability.”
“Jochen’s expertise enables us to build websites that delight our customers with not only their design and functionality but also outstanding speed and reliability.”
FAQ
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