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bash Idioms: Write Powerful, Flexible, Readable Shell Scripts

By Carl Albing , JP Vossen

Book information

Publisher
O'Reilly Media
Year
2022
ISBN
1492094757, 9781492094753
Language
english
Format
EPUB
Filesize
2 MB (1742343 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
200\0
Time added
2022-03-17 16:33:06
Bash; GNU/Linux; Shell Scripting

Description

Shell scripts are everywhere, especially those written in bash compatible syntax, and it's extremely useful to be able to understand and write them, but they can be complex and obscure. Complexity is the enemy of security, but it's also the enemy of readability and understanding. With this practical book, you'll learn how to decipher old bash code and write new code that's as clear and readable as possible. Your future you will thank you. Authors Carl Albing and JP Vossen show you how to use the power and flexibility of the shell to your advantage. You'll learn how to read and write scripts like an expert, so that you can: Write useful, flexible, and readable bash code...with styleDecode bash code such as ${MAKEMELC,,} and ${PATHNAME##*/}Save time and ensure consistency when automating tasksAmaze and impress colleagues with bash idiomsDiscover how bash idioms can make your code clean and concise

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