Command Line Basics

Education that demystifies technology empowers our communityJoin us for volunteer-powered classes and workshops on open source technology topics.All of our classes are open to the public.No experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.More information about classes at Free Geek

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Please note: Tuesday classes are held in the Classroom. Saturday classes are held in the Meeting Room. 
The command line is a tool for typing computer commands, instead of clicking menus or buttons.
Learning the command line is a great way to get familiar with core concepts of programming. Students will learn the basic parts of a command, listing, linking, tab completion, file system structure, and more, for the Linux command line.
Recommended Prerequisites: You should be comfortable with computers to take this class.
Resources:
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<LI><A HREF="https://www.lynda.com/Linux-tutorials/Learning-Linux-Command-Line/435539-2.html?srchtrk=index%3a3%0alinktypeid%3a2%0aq%3acommand+line%0apage%3a1%0as%3arelevance%0asa%3atrue%0aproducttypeid%3a2" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Lynda.com tutorial</A>; this can be accessed for free via the <A HREF="https://multcolib.org/resource/lyndacom" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Multnomah County Library website</A> (with a library card)</LI>
<LI><A HREF="https://www.vikingcodeschool.com/web-development-basics/a-command-line-crash-course" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Viking Code School tutorial</A> for Mac and Windows</LI>
<LI><A HREF="https://ryanstutorials.net/linuxtutorial/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Written tutorial</A> </LI>
<LI><A HREF="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYwr0HMudRg&list=PLlpCYzlw8-CagGcorCV2DCdnkS9IAU9Ab" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Video tutorial</A> </LI>
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Class Category: Programming 
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Bag Check Policy We do not allow bags or purses at our facility. Please leave them at home or be prepared to check them at the front desk. 
If you’d like to bring your laptop or tablet to class, please notify the front desk team as you check in. They will provide you with an Equipment Pass. Please keep this pass with your device while at Free Geek.
Closed Toe Shoe Policy Free Geek is a warehouse environment. For your safety, please wear closed toed shoes whenever you come to Free Geek -- even if just taking a class. 
Accessibility To request an accomodation, please email us at info@freegeek.org or call (503) 232-9350 at least two days in advance of the class. We are happy to work together! 
Free Geek is partially accessible. Free Geek's classroom is on the first floor. Doors meet ADA width standards but are not automatic. There are four all-gender single-stall bathrooms at Free Geek.
Age Policy Please note that people under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times they are in Free Geek. Youth and their adult must both register for class. 
Food and Drink Policy Food and open beverage containers are not allowed in the classroom. Beverages with fully closable lids are allowed.
Transportation and Parking Free Geek is accessible via the #2, #6, #10, #14, and #70 TriMet bus lines. Bike parking is available in front of our building.
Free street parking is available throughout our neighborhood. We do have a limited number of parking passes on loan if you need to park in a 2-hour Zone G parking spot. You can ask for these when you arrive. If none are available, most classes are 2 hours. Longer classes have a break in the middle.
Safer Space Policy We strive to make Free Geek a welcoming, safe and comfortable space for everyone (volunteers, staff, donors, visitors) and appreciate your best efforts to treat all others with respect and understanding. Thank you for doing your part to make this a safer learning space for everyone regardless of their background, experience, and abilities. If you see anyone engaging in any of the below activities, please let a staff member know so we can follow up appropriately. The following are not acceptable behaviors at Free Geek: Attitudes, jokes, and language that are discriminatory or demeaning on the basis of race, class, gender identity, sex, age, spoken language, nationality, culture, physical appearance, sexual orientation, or ability/disability. Acts or threats of violence, including intimidation, harassment, and/or coercion. Sexual harassment. Theft.
Closures and Inclement Weather Policy Free Geek follows Portland State University’s inclement weather policy. Additionally, any Free Geek closures are posted on <A HREF="http://freegeek.org" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">our website</A>, <A HREF="https://www.facebook.com/freegeekmothership/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Facebook</A>, and <A HREF="https://twitter.com/freegeekpdx?lang=en" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Twitter</A>.  
Learn with Free Geek! Find all of Free Geek's classes at <A HREF="http://freegeek.org/education" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">freegeek.org/education</A>.
For More Information Please contact the Free Geek Front Desk at info@freegeek.org or (503) 232-9350. We are open Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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