Summary and Schedule
Rclone is a command line application for managing and moving files on cloud and local storage. It specifically designed for copying files between cloud servers and another server or workstation.
Learning Objectives
After attending this training, participants will be able to:
- Describe what rclone is and its role as a command-line tool for
cloud storage management.
- Compare rclone with other file synchronization tools like
rsync.
- Install and configure rclone on their laptop.
- Execute basic rclone commands using proper syntax and command
flags.
- Perform file transfers and backups between local and remote storage
locations.
- Differentiate between rclone operations such as copy, sync, move,
and moveto.
- Mount remote storage as a local file system using the rclone mount
command.
- Navigate and utilize rclone documentation and online resources for troubleshooting.
Prerequisites
Before joining the rclone Training Workshop, participants should be able to:
- Navigate a command-line interface (e.g., Terminal on macOS/Linux or Command Prompt/PowerShell on Windows).
- Understand basic file system operations such as copying, moving, and listing directory contents.
- Download and install software on their operating system.
- Comprehend basic cloud storage concepts, including the differences between local and remote storage.
See Shell Novice by Software Carpentry for a helpful introduction to using the command line.
| Setup Instructions | Download files required for the lesson | |
| Duration: 00h 00m | 1. What is Rclone |
What is Rclone? Why might you use this application? How might Rclone help you manage your data? :::::: |
| Duration: 00h 15m | 2. Creating Remote Connections |
What are Rclone remotes? How are they used? How do remotes facilitate file transfers and synchronization in rclone? :::::: |
| Duration: 00h 30m | 3. Rclone config command |
Once installed, how is Rclone setup or configured? How to check for and edit existing configurations what is a remote/headless machine |
| Duration: 00h 50m | 4. File Transfers, Listing, and Verification |
How are files moved or copied? What does the rclone sync do? How do you see what is already in the destination? |
| Duration: 01h 15m | 5. Choosing the Right Rclone Command: Copy, Sync, or Move |
What is the difference between copy, sync and move? When should you choose one command over the others? :::::: |
| Duration: 01h 40m | 6. Getting Help |
Where do I get help using rclone? What are some key resources for troubleshooting and learning advanced features? :::::: |
| Duration: 01h 55m | Finish |
The actual schedule may vary slightly depending on the topics and exercises chosen by the instructor.
Software Setup
Rclone is a cross-platform application that runs on Linux, Windows, and macOS. Below you’ll find tailored installation instructions for your operating system. For more details or alternative methods, visit the Rclone download page.