How Do I Automate a Linux Command?
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How do I automate command line tasks?

Write shell scripts that can be used on Linux, Mac, and Unix operating systems. Automate tasks using shell scripts. Create complex scripts that take advantage of advanced bash shell features.

How do I create a script in Linux?

How to Write Shell Script in Linux/Unix

  1. Create a file using a vi editor(or any other editor). Name script file with extension . sh.
  2. Start the script with #! /bin/sh.
  3. Write some code.
  4. Save the script file as filename.sh.
  5. For executing the script type bash filename.sh.
Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

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Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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