What is Data Examination? The terms ‘Data Science’ and ‘Data Analyst’ are considered hot topics in the IT world. The problem is that these are generic terms and mean different things to different people and organizations. As a result, I am calling this ‘Data Examination’. In this case, Data Examination refers to the ability to use the Pandas DataFrame to get a first look at the data, slice it into useful bits of information to make a decision, clean the data, get stats on the data, and add more information to a dataframe. In the end, you will have a better understanding of how Pandas can be us ..read more

If you’re a .NET developer, you’ve probably been wondering how to run your app in a container and take advantage of the isolated and portable nature of containers. This article will give you the full lowdown on Windows Containers, to prepare you to do just that.   Why Windows? First, I want to acknowledge that there is a big difference between Linux and Windows containers. Linux containers have been around for many decades, in one form or another. The Linux operating system naturally lent itself to taking advantage of containers using namespaces and control groups (cgroups). Windows, howe ..read more

Have you or a loved one ever had to reboot your computer to get out of a read-only file in VIM? Are you responsible for a Linux system or set of systems where a graphical editor or adding new editors is prohibited? Are you taking an online training course where all the labs use the VIM editor, and it’s driving you crazy? Do other Open Source Pros tease you about not knowing VIM? This short tutorial will help you get past the main issues you might encounter in quitting VIM. And if you’re ready to take your VIM skills to the next level, or you want to build a true VIM foundation for future lea ..read more

A special note from CEO, Sam Kroonenburg: I’m pleased to announce that effective today, we are reducing the regular price of a Linux Academy individual membership. As the global workforce adjusts to a new, unprecedented reality, working and learning from anywhere has become not just a possibility, but a necessity. To support the community during this sudden transition, we recently offered a temporary price reduction. In the weeks since it’s become clear that this is more than a temporary disruption; this is our new normal. And meeting the learning needs of the globally distributed community r ..read more

On July 11th, 2019 I found myself in New York City with about 10,000 other cloud enthusiasts. This was my first big cloud conference with Linux Academy and it was overwhelming, to say the least. As a newcomer, I was armed with the knowledge of my company and our awesome platform, but I didn’t know much about the other vendors throughout the venue—except one. A Cloud Guru was our fiercest competitor and if there was anything I was well aware of, it was their team and offerings. We even shared the same level of sponsorship for the event and so our booths were the exact same size, with similar lo ..read more

By now you’ve heard the stories that Microsoft loves Linux and fully embraces the open-source world. Microsoft, under Satya Nadella, has taken a new stance on open-source, which to some is a complete flip-flop from the Microsoft of the past. The “New Microsoft” is one of the top open-source contributors on GitHub and has opened the following projects to open-source: PowerShell Visual Studio Code Edge Windows Terminal Calculator TypeScript .NET Core Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) and many more. Not to mention, in October of 2018, Microsoft joined the Open Invention Network (OIN) and has open ..read more

The Containers Revolution Container technology is currently in the process of transforming the way the IT industry does business. Industry pioneers have been using containers for years, and the technology is now becoming widespread. Tools like Docker and Kubernetes have nearly achieved buzzword status, a testament to the growing interest in container technologies on the part of IT professionals. But what are containers? What do they actually do? More to the point, what business value do they provide? I’d like to address these questions, especially for those who may be intrigued by all the buzz ..read more

There are many ways to build a Kubernetes cluster. One of them is using a tool called kubeadm. Kubeadm is the official tool for “first-paths” when creating your first Kubernetes cluster. With the ease of getting up and running, I thought I would put together this quick guide to installing a Kubernetes cluster using kubeadm! If you’re already a student of Linux Academy’s, log in here to follow along, or you can sign up for a FREE 7-day trial to get started. Spin up Servers Instantly Linux Academy cloud servers are the best way to build your cluster because if you mess up, it’s easy to delete th ..read more

You’ve heard about AWS Certifications, and you’ve probably also heard that AWS certified engineers are making 6 figures. And after some research, you’re seeing that many organizations are choosing to hire certified engineers over non-certified engineers. With the promise of a brighter future, and now, online exams, you’re considering getting an AWS certification. The problem, however, is that you’ve started to realize certification requires a significant commitment of both time and money. Even the most basic certification exam costs $150, and the more advanced ones are twice that. Then, there ..read more

Recently, AWS announced all exams will now be online-proctored exams -a huge win for our global community of at-home learners.   It’s important to note that online exams are virtually monitored to ensure the integrity and credibility of the test. All you need to make sure you meet their requirements are these items: A computer with webcam, microphone, and speakers or headphones A solitary, private location where space around you is quiet A quality internet connection without any excessive security measures   But wait, there’s more Microsoft, while less extensive, also offers some online e ..read more