Course Description

Shell scripting is a powerful tool for automating and streamlining repetitive tasks in Linux and Unix-based systems. This tutorial will cover the basics of shell scripting and how to use it to automate tasks and automate routine tasks on your system.

We will start by learning the basics of the shell, including how to navigate the file system, and how to work with files and directories. We will learn about the basic commands and utilities that come with the shell, such as the ls, cd, and echo commands, and how to use them to perform basic tasks.

Next, we will learn about the shell scripting language, including how to write and execute scripts, and how to use variables, loops, and conditional statements to control the flow of a script. We will also learn how to use shell commands to perform more advanced tasks such as searching and manipulating text, and how to use regular expressions to match and extract text.

After learning the basics of shell scripting, we will put our knowledge to the test by writing scripts to automate common tasks such as backups, monitoring, and system maintenance. We will also look at more advanced topics such as using shell scripts to interact with other programs and services, and how to debug and troubleshoot shell scripts.

Finally, we will learn about the best practices for writing shell scripts, including how to write readable, maintainable, and efficient code. We will also learn about the different shells available, such as bash, zsh, and fish and the difference between them.

By the end of this tutorial, you will have a solid understanding of shell scripting and the skills to write scripts that can automate tasks and streamline your workflow on Linux and Unix-based systems. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, this tutorial will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to start automating tasks with shell

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