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Linux for Cloud Engineers: Practical Linux Skills for Real-World Cloud Work

Linux for Cloud Engineers: Practical Linux Skills for Real-World Cloud Work

If you work with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP, Linux is not optional — it’s the foundation everything runs on.

To help cloud learners build practical Linux skills, I created a playlist called “Linux for Cloud Engineers”, focused on how Linux is actually used in real cloud and DevOps environments.

📺 Linux for Cloud Engineers – Full Playlist:

👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg_uqzorGE2Uc7Mlv5tcpgftIGJVfmx6K


Why This Playlist Exists

Many Linux tutorials:

  • Focus on theory or certification-style commands
  • Don’t explain why things matter in cloud environments
  • Skip real-world use cases

This playlist is built specifically for:

  • Cloud engineers
  • DevOps engineers
  • Anyone working with Linux-based servers in production

The focus is on practical usage, not memorization.


What You’ll Learn in This Series

This playlist covers Linux topics that are directly relevant to cloud engineering, including:

  • Linux file system and permissions
  • Users, groups, and access control
  • Process and service management
  • Networking basics for cloud servers
  • Logs, monitoring, and troubleshooting
  • Linux concepts used daily on EC2 and cloud VMs

Each video explains what the command does, why it matters, and where it’s used in real systems.


Learning Approach

The teaching style is:

  • Hands-on and practical
  • Focused on real server scenarios
  • Oriented toward cloud and DevOps roles
  • Easy to follow, even for beginners

Instead of isolated commands, the series builds mental models for how Linux works in production.


Who This Playlist Is For

  • Cloud engineers
  • DevOps engineers
  • AWS / Azure / GCP learners
  • Backend developers working on Linux servers
  • Students preparing for cloud or DevOps interviews

If you manage cloud infrastructure, this knowledge is essential.


How to Use This Playlist Effectively

  • Watch the videos in sequence
  • Practice commands on a Linux VM or cloud instance
  • Revisit videos when troubleshooting real issues
  • Combine this playlist with cloud hands-on projects

This playlist is designed to be a long-term reference, not just a one-time watch.


Final Thoughts

Strong cloud engineers are always strong with Linux.

If you want to feel confident managing cloud servers, debugging issues, and understanding what’s happening under the hood, this playlist will help you build that foundation.

If you find it useful:

  • Save the playlist
  • Share feedback or topic requests
  • Use it a

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