organized by Helmholtz Information & Data Science Academy (HIDA)
Kickstart Shell & Git
This workshop consists of two parts:
1. An introduction to Bash shell scripting (1/2 day)
2. Version control with Git (1/2 day)
In part 1, learners will gain confidence in using the command line to navigate their file structure and work with files on their computer, culminating in writing custom Bash scripts to automate repetitive analyses/tasks.
In part 2, participants will learn the core concepts of version control and be able to implement a simple Git workflow for tracking their own work.
This course is based on lesson plans provided by The Carpentries and will be taught by a certified Carpentries instructor. To get an idea of the topics covered in this workshop, you can have a look at the example lesson plans here and here. But please be aware that the exact content covered in each course can vary slightly, depending on the course instructors and time constraints. You will get more information on this course closer to the starting date.
Learning Goals
At the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Navigate file systems and automate tasks using the Unix shell and Bash scripting
- Create scripts to simplify repetitive tasks and workflows.
- Understand version control principles
- Use Git to track changes, collaborate, and manage versions effectively
Prerequisites
No prior knowledge needed.
Target Group
The course is appropriate for learners with no previous experience in Shell and Git.
Course Days & Times
Mar 3, 2025, 9 am - 1 pm
Mar 4, 2025, 9 am - 1 pm
NOTE: Registration will open February 3, 2025, 12 pm.
Attendance & Certificates
The course content is coordinated, so we strongly recommend that you do not miss any part of the course. To receive a certificate we expect full time and active participation.
Registration & Cancellation
This course is open to individuals affiliated with Helmholtz or a HIDA Partner only. You may register for the course allocating yourself to one of the following groups:
- All Helmholtz affiliations
- Helmholtz Information & Data Science School (HIDSS) affiliation
- HIDA Partner affiliation
Please note that after the first two weeks of the registration period the unbooked seats from categories 2 and 3 will be opened for all Helmholtz affiliations (category 1).
Your registration for this course is binding. If you need to leave/miss the course for a period of time, please let us know in advance via hida-courses@helmholtz.de.
If you have to cancel the course for any reason, please do so as soon as possible to allow time for others to take your seat. To cancel, please withdraw your registration on the course site or write an email to hida-courses@helmholtz.de.
Additional Information
There is no waiting list for this course! If someone withdraws from a course, their place is automatically reopened. We therefore advise you to keep an eye on the registration in case the course is fully booked and you would like to attend. Also, this course will be offered again in the future - you can check our HIDA course catalog for updates.
This course is free of charge.
