How to build your Linux career in 2025

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. - - - - Critical Administration Skills for Red Hat Enterprise Linux: Whether you are new to Linux or new to RHEL, join our hosts for a hands-on look into the commands and processes, ask questions, and grow your knowledge. Get Started with Red Hat Enterprise Linux: https://developers.redhat.com/register Try it for yourself: https://redhat.com/interactive-labs Join our Discord: https://red.ht/rhel-discord Scott McBrien:   / scott-mcbrien-349b356   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