Shell Scripting Part I
This Lesson covers the most important aspects of shell scripting. You'll learn exactly what scripts are, the components that make up a script, how to use variables in your scripts, how to perform tests and make decisions, how to accept command line arguments, and how to accept input from a user. We'll also cover how to use if statements to make decisions in your scripts.
Learning Objectives
- Obtain a solid understanding of shell scripting.
- Learn the components and variables that make up a script.
- How to perform tests and make decisions.
- How to accept command line arguments and input from users.
- Understand how to use if statements.
Intended Audience
This Lesson is intended for anyone who wants to learn the basics of shell scripting.
Prerequisites
To get the most out of this Lesson, you should already have some basic knowledge of Linux.
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