Question 1

What is the policy for refunds?

Accepted Answer

Subscribers get a free 7-day trial, which you can cancel at any time without penalty. We don't offer refunds after that. However, you can cancel your subscription at anytime. Please refer to our complete refund policy.

Question 2

Can I only enroll in one course?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Click the course card you are interested in to enroll. To earn a shareable certificate you can either enroll and finish the course or audit it to see the course materials free of charge. You automatically get the entire Specialization when you sign up for a course in a part of it. To track your progress, visit your learner dashboard.

Question 3

Are there any financial aid options?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you are unable to afford the enrollment fee, you may be eligible for financial aid and/or a scholarship in certain learning programs. You will find a link to submit your application on the description page if fin aid or scholarship are available for your chosen learning program.

Question 4

Can I do the course free of charge?

Accepted Answer

You get full access to the Specialization courses and a certificate after you have completed the work. You can also view and read the course content for free if you don't want to pay the fee. You can apply for financial assistance if you are unable to afford the course fee.

Question 5

Is the course 100% online? Are there any classes I must attend in person?

Accepted Answer

The course can be accessed online so you don't need to attend a class in person. Access your lectures, readings, and assignments from anywhere on the internet or via your mobile device.

Question 6

Can I get university credit for finishing the Specialization?

Accepted Answer

Although this Specialization does not carry university credit, some universities may accept Specialization Certificates as credit. For more information, contact your institution.

Question 7

What is the average time it takes to complete the Specialization program?

Accepted Answer

The average time required to complete the specialization is 60-70 hours.

Question 8

What is the background knowledge required?

Accepted Answer

Developer experience on any operating system

Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git Specialization

Course Features

Course Description

Module 1: Open Source Software Development Methods

Module 2: Linux for Developers

Module 3: Linux Tools for Developers

Module 4: Using Git for Distributed Development

Course FAQs