getting started with arduino in linux

Using Arduino IDE 1.x
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Arduino: 1.8.3 (Linux), Board: "Arduino/Genuino Uno"

Sketch uses 928 bytes (2%) of program storage space. Maximum is 32256 bytes.
Global variables use 9 bytes (0%) of dynamic memory, leaving 2039 bytes for local variables. Maximum is 2048 bytes.
avrdude: ser_open(): can't open device "/dev/ttyUSB0": Permission denied
Problem uploading to board. See http://www.arduino.cc/en/Guide/Troubleshooting#upload for suggestions.

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i actually have a arduino clone which has a pl2303hx chip as a serial to usb converter. and i dont know how to interface my board to linux. are there any drivers for this chip in linux like those of windows. i am new to linux

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Select the port of your Arduino from the Tools > Port menu.

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try this command

sudo chmod r+aw /dev/ttyUSB0

or

Watch installation video for more info