The Command Line is a powerful tool on most computer systems that allows computing beginners and power users alike to use text commands to perform various tasks. There are many functions and programs that require some knowledge of the command line in order for you to use them, but the intimidation factor of dealing with the command line is often enough to scare away potential users. This workshop is the complete beginner’s introduction to the command line on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. It will cover the what and how of basic command line functionality to help you become familiar enough with the command line that you aren’t afraid to try using it the next time you come across a how-to guide on the web that starts with “Open a command prompt…” or “Open the terminal…“.