Learn Linux Faster with These 10 Simple Tips

Linux is a huge platform with a ton of things you can learn, but how exactly do you go about learning it in the first place? What are some common pitfalls you should avoid? How do you balance all the topics you'll come across? In this video, Jay (a 20+ year Linux veteran and published author) will give you his tips.

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00:00 - Intro
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02:18 - Tip 1: Test multiple distributions
05:30 - Tip 2: Take your time
06:50 - Tip 3: Don't compare yourself to others
07:47 - Tip 4: Embrace Change
08:54 - Tip 5: Ignore the Naysayers
11:35 - Tip 6: Don't overdo it
14:03 - TIP 7: Start a Homelab
14:59 - Tip 8: Contribute to a Project
16:13 - Tip 9: Avoid toxic communities
17:31 - Tip 10: Have fun!!!

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[Ironbull]

Two tips I found extremely helpful in the beginning are:
1. Try everything you learn on a test system, don't just read or watch things.
2. Write things down, even if you think you understood them. It can never hurt to have a quick reference when you forgot something.

[Moonbase]

This is really an important video. I’ve been in IT since almost 50 years, and I’ve seldom seen such positive, well-founded and constructive advice for newbies. Keep it up, Jay!

[packmanbp]

On the "have fun" subject I started the OverTheWire CTFs some time ago and I find it a really fun way to learn to feel at ease in CLI, learning to use one or two commands at a time and if you're stuck there are lots of writeups to teach you what to do

[CrazyCat]

Great video. Need more welcoming people in the Linux world. Way too much gate keeping. Thanks for putting some great information out on youtube.

[Jeff_Seely]

This video really is terrific.The channel never loses it's vision and that is learning linux, of course. I have learned more from this channel than anywhere else. I'd say if people are a bit green, they can find what they are looking right here. But Linux just isn't for the lazy user. You must read. I would not use the term RTFM because it is offensive and profane but the point does apply. You must read the docs. Some reading really stinks but most documentation has the answer you are looking for. You just have to use Linux a lot and stay positive because you are going to come across the jerks, especially in the forums. Take it in stride because even the jerks usually help in between their sermons and even vitreol. They are never nice and I wished that would change. Happy computing and be blessed! Thanks Jay!

[Raftzard]

As a new linux user, I am struggling. I've been learning linux for 2 or 3 months. Since there was no rush, I am learning because I just want to, the only pressure that I am suffering is from myself. Arriving form windows and acknowledging everything linux brings is very hard, at first. Thank you for this video!!!

[adityapanwar]

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[WiteNite]

Thank You Jay!! I am going to just do it. Working on my A+ now, then Linux +. 😊

[drmikeallan]

I've watched lots of your videos, and I find them extremely informative. I don't normally comment, but this time I wanted to say thank you. Thank you for all your help with my linux journey, and thank you for the advice on remaining positive and ignoring the haters (including that little voice that says you can't achieve something).

[WalterPetrovic]

I am happy to hear that you go back and review your own books when you forget something. I do the same because none of us have steel trap minds. We all rely too much on muscle memory and when we suddenly need something, we know that we know it, but can't recall the details. You have a great teaching style. Thanks.

[ikirules]

I started in my Linux journey with my old computer, now it has proxmox on it and running some containers and vms for learning purpose, I'm still on the learning curve, but with solid knowledge because all of what I learned will be useful for me in the future, for now, I learned about networking more in deep (my main career), containers, programing, scripts, servers, hardware, etc. Having a homelab is a game change for learn and go for certifications. All what you do is in the same place, don't affect directly your main machine and you can improve your time for learning something, whatever you do, is safe on your homelab, but is always a good option to have a goo backup plan if something really goes wrong :D

[noxx]

i have been using linux for 25y. this is one of the best pieces of advice i have heard when it comes to new users who want to get into linux.

especially because there is a lot of bad advice for new users out there. a lot of gatekeeping. a lot of flamewars regarding distros or desktop environments. sometimes i get the feeling the general view on linux is, that its some sort of obscure craft only the smartest of the smartest are able to learn and finally reach arch or gentoo like sensei status.
and its just not

thank you.

[ypxocep]

This video is so inspiring and motivational. Your words really hit home and got me feeling ready to tackle anything. Keep doing what you're doing—you're making a positive impact! 🌟

[matolechat]

Learning to learn it is for me a definition of a type of workflows. You can break down the chain of commands to the last step. Find with that knowledge an elegant strategy. Well design and don’t forget UIX and security hardening of your applications.

[bramfran]

About tip #8, I would appreciate a video about how you can contribute to linux, with specific examples. :)

[awlonghurst]

Your tips are good advice for life in general. Comparison is the thief of joy. Plus avoid toxicity.

[RoystonLongdyke]

Hi Jay, thanks a lot for you're great YouTube serieus about Linux. I Just past my Linux+ Exam. You're quality is awesome en it helpt me a lot to achieve my cert. Keep up the good work and on to the next!

[kevinshumaker]

I always suggest using an old PC/laptop to practice with, or set up a virtual environment on your primary PC. This way, you can try a setup, wipe it, and try again, with no fear of loss. Another item is to get a spiral notebook to take notes in. You'll thank yourself down the road... I run VirtualBox on several machines to test different things even if there are only enough resources for a single virtual machine, and also on my homelab server.

[tatogtech]

I really like two and three. Once I slowed down and stopped worrying about everyone else, my Linux journey got so much better!

[matolechat]

Thanks you for your words of hope. You touch my heart you made me cry. People need so little encouragement ...just this could save a life literally