Command Line Basics on Scrimba
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Last reviewed: March 2026.
Command Line Basics
ProGet to grips with the essential CLI skills you need to navigate files, automate tasks, and simplify your workflow.
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Get to grips with the essential CLI skills you need to navigate files, automate tasks, and simplify your workflow.
This Beginner-level course covers 101 min of content across 12 interactive screencasts. A Scrimba Pro subscription is required for full access.
- Duration: 101 min
- Level: Beginner
- Access: Scrimba Pro required
- Modules: 2
- Total Lessons: 12
Module Breakdown
| Module | Duration | Lessons |
|---|---|---|
| Command Line Fundamentals | 46 min | 7 |
| Command Line Power Tools | 57 min | 5 |
Prerequisites
No prior programming experience is required. A web browser and willingness to learn are all you need.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is designed for complete beginners who want to learn Command Line from scratch. No prior experience is required — you will start from the very basics and build up to real projects.
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Choose this course if: You want to learn this topic interactively. Check prerequisites and related paths below.
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This course requires a [Scrimba Pro](/docs/pricing/) subscription. Pro gives you access to 86+ courses, a certificate of completion, and access to the Discord community. Check the [pricing page](/docs/pricing/) for current rates.
The course contains 101 min of interactive screencasts. Since you can pause and code along at your own pace, most learners finish in 2-4 weeks of regular practice.
You will build practical projects using Command Line Basics concepts. Scrimba's interactive format lets you modify the instructor's code directly in the browser.
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