

ISCB SC RSG-Nigeria Webinar - Understanding Linux for Bioinformatics
ISCB SC RSG-Nigeria is excited to kick off our first webinar of 2026 with: "Understanding Linux for Bioinformatics". Before pipelines, HPC, or advanced analyses, there’s Linux. It’s a core skill that shows up again and again in real bioinformatics work. The session is practical, beginner-friendly and focused on building confidence.
What you’ll learn from this Webinar:
Understand what Linux is and why it is essential for bioinformatics.
Learn basic Linux command-line concepts and terminology.
Navigate files and directories commonly used in bioinformatics workflows.
Run simple commands used in data handling and analysis.
Speaker:
Mr. Faruq Adeyemi Yusuff
Head of Marketing & Programs, Genomac Labs. Computational Biologist at Genomac Labs & G-iHub. Mr. Faruq has trained over 200 students in biocoding and computational biology, supporting early-career scientists as they transition into data-driven life sciences.