[Klug-general] Methods of Gaining Linux Skills to Work in Industry

[Ben Sutton]

Hi all,

Having read the job advert forwarded by Alan, I started thinking about
what skills are required to work with Linux out in industry and more
specifically how to gain those skills.  I work with Windows in my day
job but use Linux almost exclusively at home and have done for around 6
years now.  

Having used Linux day in day out for 6 years, you learn how to configure
Apache, write the odd bash script, recompile a kernel, etc - but I've
never felt confident enough in my skills to apply for Linux related
jobs.

So, my question is, what is the best method of coming up with proof for
potential employers that I can administer Linux?  Should I be looking at
certification, or is my day to day experience enough? If you work with
Linux, what do you think your employer was looking for when you applied?

Thanks for any input.

Cheers,

Ben.