Module: Navigating Files and Directories

Learning Outcomes

What is a file system and how do I use one?

To answer this question you will learn to:

  1. Display the contents of a directory using the command line.

  2. Understand the concept of a working directory and know how to identify it.

  3. Explain the similarities and differences between a file and directory.

  4. Translate an absolute path into a relative path and vice-versa.

  5. Construct absolute and relative paths that identify specific files and directories.

  6. Explain the steps in the shell’s read-run-print cycle.

  7. Identify the actual command, flags, and filenames in a command-line call.

  8. Demonstrate the use of tab completion and explain its advantages.

Readings

Experiential Learning

Assessments

Navigating Files and Directories Quiz

Interactive