bash Idioms: Write Powerful, Flexible, Readable Shell Scripts

Shell scripts are complex and obscure, but this practical book teaches how to decipher old code and write new code that is clear and readable. Authors Carl Albing and JP Vossen show how to use the power and flexibility of the shell to automate tasks, save time, and impress colleagues.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 29 March 2022
Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc, USA

Shell scripts are incredibly prevalent, particularly those written in bash compatible syntax. Being able to comprehend and create them is immensely valuable, yet they can also be intricate and enigmatic. Complexity poses a threat to security, as well as hinders readability and comprehension. This practical guide aims to empower you with the skills to decipher old bash code and craft new code that is both clear and readable. Your future self will undoubtedly express gratitude. Authors Carl Albing and JP Vossen will guide you through the utilization of the shell's power and flexibility, enabling you to:
• Write useful, flexible, and readable bash code with finesse.
•Decode complex bash code constructs such as ${MAKEMELC,,} and ${PATHNAME##*/}.
•Save time and maintain consistency in automating tasks.
•Amaze and impress colleagues with bash idioms, which enhance code cleanliness and conciseness.
•Discover the power of bash idioms in making your code more efficient and effective.

Dimension: 232 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781492094753