What are the basics of shell scripting?

What are the basics of shell scripting?

Shell scripting involves writing scripts for the shell, a command-line interface. It automates tasks and runs commands.

Can you give me an example of a simple shell script?

Sure! Here's a simple script that prints 'Hello, World!':

#!/bin/bash

echo 'Hello, World!'

How do I run a shell script?

You can run a shell script by navigating to its directory and using the command bash script_name.sh or ./script_name.sh if it has execute permissions.

What are some common commands used in shell scripting?

Common commands include echo, ls, cd, cp, mv, and rm. Each serves different purposes in script automation.