TerminalMaster

TerminalMaster is a command-line application for learning and practicing Linux Bash and Windows Command Prompt. Its tutorials introduce terminal use, Bash scripting and programming, while tests let you check your knowledge by entering command syntax and answering other question types.

Tutorials and tests

TerminalMaster includes a Terminals tutorial and an Advanced tutorial, with tests for both. Questions are drawn at random from a larger database: each run presents 100 questions with three possible answers, and you select an answer by typing the correct syntax. You can copy and paste syntax instead of typing it. Other questions ask you to choose true or false, complete a statement with the right word or words, or select the number corresponding to the correct answer.

You gain XP for correct answers in the tutorial tests, and your skill level increases as you earn XP. Passing tests or reaching certain XP amounts earns unlock codes for additional tests, including a mixed database of computing questions and a hidden gaming database.

Test modes

The advanced databases have two modes. Training mode has no timer; when you answer incorrectly, it shows the correct answer, and some questions include tips. You can also review questions you have answered, but you do not level up in this mode.

In Level up mode, you start as Terminal Rookie and work toward the highest Terminal rank. A one-hour timer is in place, and incorrect answers do not reveal the correct answer. Correct answers earn XP, which is saved across all Level up modes, including if you quit early. A passing score is 85 or higher.

Databases and tools

TerminalMaster has over 2,000 questions across its databases, with questions selected at random. Its Linux material includes two large combined databases, A&B and C&D, as well as smaller databases A, B, C and D for focusing on specific groups of questions. The application also includes nine colour options and over 150 tips in Training mode.

Unlockable tests and modes include:

• Windows Command Line test: available in Training and Level up modes.
• Hardcore mode: combines four databases, has a 35-minute timer and awards extra XP.
• Mixed Database: contains 150 questions from areas such as networking, security and hardware, which are not exclusively about terminals.
• Hidden content: additional content can be unlocked.

Other learning and testing tools cover Nmap, subnetting, the Vi text editor, SQL and MySQL, and common network ports. The subnetting app includes tips, the Vi program is also available in Training mode, and the ports tool includes a database to review before testing yourself. The SQL and MySQL program teaches you to create databases and tables, add entries and edit data.