Thinking about a career with Linux?  Today we will be talking about different careers along with some advice for getting started down one of these career paths. I am sure our long-time viewers, many of whom are employed in the field would share their advice in chat as well!  We will start the episode by answering the question: “How do I choose a Linux?” and “How do I get and use Linux?”  But then delve into some other topics like:
What skills should I learn?
What about certifications?
How do I make myself stand out?
And maybe some job interview tips.

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00:00 Choosing the Right Linux Distribution
02:16 Downloading and Installing Linux
03:11 Exploring Fedora and CentOS
07:16 Virtualization and Daily Use
16:18 Projects to Gain Linux Experience
24:35 Skills to Learn for Linux Careers
29:07 Certifications and Job Interviews
32:24 The Importance of Linux Skills
32:57 Technical Interviews and Problem-Solving
34:18 Certifications: A Hiring Manager's Perspective
36:19 Using Certifications in Different Roles
38:46 Gaining Experience Through Projects and Hobbies
41:11 Getting Involved in Open Source Projects
46:24 Interview Tips and Common Mistakes
52:47 Red Hat Certifications and Exam Objectives