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Introduction to Shell Scripting Basics

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Overview

Master shell scripting to automate tasks on Unix-like systems. This course covers script basics, key commands, and control structures. You'll learn to write and run simple shell scripts, gaining an essential skill for system automation and management.

Syllabus

Unit 1: Writing Your First Shell Script

Run a Simple Shell Script
Change the Script Message
Fix the Script
Add the Missing Line
Shell Script From Scratch

Unit 2: Using Variables in Shell Scripts

Running Your Variable Script
Combine and Print Variables
Fix the Variable Script
Combining Variables in Shell Scripts
File System Variables

Unit 3: Comparison Operators in Shell Scripting

Running Comparison Operators in Shell
Exploring More Comparison Operators
Fix the Comparison Bugs
Complete Comparisons in Shell Scripts
Numeric and String Comparisons

Unit 4: Control Structures and Logical Operators in Shell Scripting

Control Structures and Logic Basics
Add Control Structures and Logic
Fix the Shell Script Errors
Assigning Variable Values
Master Control Structures and Logic

Unit 5: Arrays and Looping Constructs in Shell Scripting

Arrays and Loops in Action
Loop Conversions
Fix the Shell Script
Arrays and Looping in Shell
Updating Applications

Unit 6: Functions in Shell Scripts

Exploring Functions in Shell Scripts
Modify Function to Add Parameters
Fix the Bug in Function
Update Applications Function
Write and Test Shell Functions

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