The latest update to the gold standard in Linux shell scripting guides
In the newly revised fifth edition of Linux Command Line and Shell Scripting Bible, experienced system and network administrator Richard Blum delivers an up-to-date and authoritative discussion of the fundamentals of shell scripting in Linux, as well as the advanced topics, working examples, and real-world applications that equip you to administer Linux systems.
The book includes usable scripts and brand-new coverage for DevOps engineers interested in deploying applications on a variety of Linux distributions and cloud platforms while minimizing compatibility issues. You'll also find:
- Concrete strategies and practical tips to help you understand the Linux Shell and write basic script utilities
- Step-by-step instructions on how to schedule scripts to run automatically to perform standard Linux administration and DevOps functions for you
- Easy-to-follow tutorials of alternative shells, including zsh, tcsh, and the Korn shell
- Advanced shell scripting techniques, including functions, sed, gawk, and regular expressions
Perfect for aspiring and practicing Linux system administrators, Linux Command Line and Shell Scripting Bible is also a must-read for anyone who uses a Linux at home or at work.
The latest update to a popular Linux shell scripting guide
Comprehensively revised, the newly updated Fifth Edition of Linux® Command Line and Shell Scripting Bible offers accessible and accurate instruction on basic and advanced topics in Linux shell scripting. Experienced network admin and Linux instructor, Richard Blum, walks you through new functional script examples, up-to-date DevOps content, and practical applications you can implement to manipulate files, query system resources, and automate functions.
- Create and manage Linux shell scripts and write script utilities
- Work with alternative shells, like tcsh, Korn, and zsh
- Use the gawk and sed editors
- Define regular expressions, including extended ones
- Write shell scripts for graphical desktops, like KDE and GNOME
- Create basic and advanced functions
Start with any Linux system and advance to enterprise Linux computing
- Understand the Linux Shell
- Write working script utilities to make Linux system administration a breeze
