# Get Good: Linux — Learn Linux by doing

> Learn Linux by doing (iPhone/iPad app by James Sullivan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-good-linux/id6762010034 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [James Sullivan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1892438097)
- Category: Education
- Price: $0.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 27 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-04-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-good-linux/id6762010034/reviews.md

## What is Get Good?

Get Good: Linux helps you learn Linux by doing.

Instead of memorizing commands, you follow a clear progression: learn the core concepts, practice one idea at a time, and apply your knowledge through short, hands-on terminal missions. The app is designed to stay approachable for beginners while still giving you room to grow into more advanced command-line skills.

Inside the app, you can:

Work through guided lessons on navigation, files, search, and permissions
Practice drills to reinforce command usage and syntax
Use a terminal-style interface to make commands feel real and concrete
Study patterns, examples, and common mistakes
Review and create custom flashcards
Complete mission-style exercises that apply commands in context
Track progress, streaks, mastery, and badges

Get Good: Linux is built for focused, structured practice in short sessions. It’s ideal for beginners starting from scratch, as well as developers and technical learners looking to reinforce fundamentals.

Topics include:

Navigating directories and finding your location
Listing files (including hidden files)
Creating files and folders
Reading file contents
Searching with grep
Understanding permissions and numeric modes

The approach is simple: start with the smallest correct command, then build toward more advanced usage as needed.

If you want a practical, approachable way to build Linux confidence one command at a time, Get Good: Linux is built for that.

## Chart rankings

- #193 in Top Paid · Education (US App Store)


## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2026-04-17

Improved UX when answering questions
Added an About page

### 1.0 — 2026-04-13

No release notes.

## More apps by James Sullivan

- [Get Good: HTTP & APIs](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-good-http-and-apis/id6762017198)
- [Get Good: Git](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-good-git/id6762017211)
- [Get Good: SQL](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-good-sql/id6762018888)
- [Get Good: Docker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/get-good-docker/id6762019362)

All apps by James Sullivan: https://appshunter.io/developer/1892438097

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