Python for Linux Security Logs

Learn how to troubleshoot and monitor Linux systems with Python.

Linux log files can feel overwhelming, with endless lines of text and cryptic messages that make it hard to spot issues. This course shows you how to use Python to read, filter, and analyze system logs so you can quickly find important events.

In about 40 minutes of video and hands-on notebooks, you will:

• Inspect auth.log for login activity and errors
• Explore syslog to track system messages, kernel activity, and scheduled jobs
• Write small Python scripts that automate repetitive log checks
• Save time and understand your Linux system at a glance

You also get step-by-step Jupyter notebooks you can run in Colab or locally, so you practice as you learn.

This course is designed for IT professionals, sysadmins, and anyone working with Linux servers who wants a faster, clearer way to analyze logs.