Command-line tools for genomics
We continue with an introduction to Command-Line. This module takes an estimated 2 hours to complete.
The command-line, also called command screen, or text interface is a user interface that's navigated by typing commands at prompts, instead of using a mouse.
Using a command-line, you can perform almost all the same tasks that can be done with a GUI, but quicker and easier to automate and do remotely. Good knowledge of the command-line is an essential skill for any successful bioinformatician, as most of the common bioinformatics tools operate in the command-line environment.
At the end of this week, you should:
- Know how to connect to the server and use the command-line
- Be familiar with the Bash terminal & the Linux command-line
- Get familiar with sequencing and annotation file formats
- Get familiar with common command-line tools for genomics
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