My course, TECH 19 - A Practical Introduction to Python is coming back to Stanford Continuing Studies in 2026! This course provides an accessible introduction to using the Python language. In the ...

In this course, Scott Simpson delves into the essentials of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), including how they function and their significance in securing systems. Learn about common VPN protocols...

With so many technical terms, cultural quirks, and options to pursue, getting started with Linux can seem overwhelming. In this course, instructor Scott Simpson covers the fundamentals of what you ...

Having a basic understanding of the command line is critical for any Linux administrator and in this course, experienced author Scott Simpson covers the basics of the command line. Scott shows you ...

Network and system administrators need somewhere to practice their skills, and a home lab is a great choice. In this course, Scott Simpson explains the advantages of a home lab and shows you how to...

Proxmox VE is an open-source virtualization platform for running and managing virtual machines and containers. Its convenient web interface allows extensive control over guests, and it supports man...

Bash is a popular command line interpreter, and it’s the default option on most Linux distributions. If you spend much time working with Linux, you’re bound to come across it time and time again. I...

In this course, instructor Scott Simpson explores the essentials of securely transferring files between computers using SFTP. Find out how SFTP leverages SSH to provide a secure method for file tra...

Get up and running with hashcat, the popular password cracking and recovery program. Hashcat supports more than 300 hashing algorithms, and is regularly used by security auditors to assess the robu...

LinkedIn Learning recently released six of my new challenge-based SQL courses. Test your skills with common SQL operations like INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE, and various schema management tasks. Then, ...