Learning Windows Subsystem for Linux

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Course Description

Overview

Learn about the basics of Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) and how to use it to create a bridge between Windows and Linux content.

Syllabus

Introduction

Windows Subsystem for Linux

1. Working with WSL

How WSL works
Enabling WSL on your Windows system
Installing a Linux distribution
Using Windows Terminal
Using the wsl.exe tool
Distribution configuration with wsl.conf
Accessing files
Using network services
Attaching USB devices
Mounting disks in WSL

2. Working in the Linux Environment

Using the shell
Managing software
Controlling processes
Controlling services
Defining automated tasks

3. WSL in Your Workflow

Software development with VS Code and Remote-WSL
Software development with other tools through SSH or SFTP
Accessing a WSL network service
Using GUI apps in WSL2

Conclusion

Tips and troubleshooting
Next steps

Taught by

Scott Simpson

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