You’re an experienced AIX administrator. If I asked you to install a new AIX system, connect it to the local network, create a couple of file systems and add some new users, you’d make short work of these tasks. How about scheduling some scripts to run at regular times, or adding some additional paging space to the system? Easy, right? What about extending the size of a file system. No problem! How about installing some new AIX OS software, or rolling back some OS fileset updates? Again, this is an AIX admins “bread and butter”.
Now, what if I asked you to do the same on a Red Hat Linux (on POWER) server? What if you have very little system administration experience with RHEL, or Linux in general? These tasks might take you quite a bit longer to complete, while you research the necessary steps and commands, all the while trying to translate how you perform these same tasks on AIX, but in the Linux world. Not so easy if you’ve never done it before.
Rather than relying on searching the internet for answers, or using an AI service to provide you with answers (that you hope are safe and accurate, and not complete hallucinations), then perhaps you might like a little training first? This is where our new course, Linux for AIX System Administrators, can help.
Level Up Your Sysadmin Skills
In today's fast-evolving IT world, Linux is everywhere—from cloud deployments to edge computing—and AIX admins like us are often called upon to wrangle both. But switching contexts can feel like learning a new dialect of the same language. That's where LX073DG shines! This course is designed specifically for AIX system administrators who want to leverage their existing skills to conquer Linux administration. It's all about that seamless transition: think of it as upgrading your toolkit without starting from scratch.
This training has been crafted to highlight the similarities and differences between the two operating systems. You'll walk away ready to tackle real-world tasks like the pro you are.
Who Is This For? (Spoiler: It's Probably You!)
If you're an AIX system administrator looking to expand your horizons, this is the course for you. This course is tailored for folks with hands-on AIX experience. It’s aimed at seasoned AIX admins who want to level up their Linux admin skills.
A solid grasp of AIX administration basics will get you rolling. If you've been slinging commands in AIX for a while, you're golden. No super-advanced Linux knowledge required!
What You'll Master: Course Objectives That Deliver
This flexible, self-paced virtual class equips you with essential Linux administration skills, building on your AIX knowledge. In just two days’ worth of content, you’ll:
- Compare AIX and Linux: Learn key differences in system administration to hit the ground running.
- Master core skills: Install and configure RHEL, manage devices, logical volumes, and file systems.
- Manage users & security: Create accounts, schedule tasks with cron, and secure files/directories.
- Perform system administration tasks: Perform startups, shutdowns, backups, restores, and TCP/IP setup.
- Leverage sysadmin tools: Explore Linux system management tools to boost efficiency.
With hands-on labs and practical exercises, you’ll gain job-ready skills on your schedule, earning an IBM badge to showcase your expertise.
Please read the announcement blogs for more details:
Linux on IBM Power: Coursera specialization updated with new course: https://community.ibm.com/community/user/blogs/upendra-rajan/2025/09/03/coursera-specialization-for-linux-on-power-updated
The Bottom Line: Why Jump In Now?
In an era where multi-platform expertise is non-negotiable, Linux for AIX System Administrators (LX073DG) is a strategic investment in your professional growth. Imagine boosting your efficiency, opening doors to new roles, and impressing your team with your Linux prowess, all while building on what you already know best.
Ready?
Head over to the IBM Training site https://www.ibm.com/training/course/linux-for-aix-system-administrators-LX073DG to enroll today. The class is also available on Coursera: https://www.coursera.org/learn/linux-for-aix-system-administrators.