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Basic Bash Scripting & Arguments
In this lab, you'll practice writing and running basic Bash scripts, handling command-line arguments, and using input/output operations. When you're finished, you'll have practical scripts ready for daily automation.
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Writing and Running Your First Bash Script
To start, you will create, save, and run your first Bash script and debug it using bash -x.
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Handling Command-Line Arguments
In this challenge, you will write a script that accepts and processes command-line arguments using positional variables.
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Practicing Input and Output Operations
To finish things, you will practice basic input/output in Bash by using echo, reading user input, and redirecting output to a file.
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The Last Challenge
Welcome to the final challenge! This is your last chance to experiment in the environment. Clicking Finish Lab will end this little world that flittered into existence just for you.
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