Bulk Renaming Files with a Bash ScriptPrerequisites Before diving into the topic, it is important to have a basic understanding of bash scripting. You’ll also need a Unix-based system, such as Linux or macOS. On Windows you can also use WSL2 or a Linux Vagrant Box, which is also a safe way to test your script… Read More »Automate Bulk Renaming Files with a Bash Script
History CommandThe bash history command is a powerful tool that allows users to keep track of their command-line activities, making it easier to repeat frequently used commands, save time, and avoid errors. Prerequisites Before diving into the bash history command, it’s essential to understand the basics of the command line. Additionally,… Read More »Search & Repeat Commands in Bash with History Command
Terminal vs Shell vs Bash: What’s the Difference?If you are a Linux user or a system administrator, you may have come across the terms Terminal, Shell, and Bash. These three terms are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. In this blog, I will clarify the differences between Terminal, Shell, and Bash and how… Read More »Terminal vs Shell vs Bash: What’s the Difference?
mkdir CommandThe mkdir command is one of the most basic and fundamental commands in the Linux operating system. It is used to create new directories or folders in the file system. The mkdir command is very simple to use and is a staple in any Linux administrator’s toolkit. In this blog… Read More »Quickly Create Directories with the mkdir Command
ls CommandThe ls command is one of the most frequently used commands in Bash, and for good reason – it allows you to easily view the contents of a directory. In this blog post, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the ls command, including its basic usage, options, and… Read More »Make the Most of the ls Command
Software Deployment with Bash ScriptsWriting a Bash Script to Deploy Software to Multiple Machines Bash scripting is one of the most powerful and versatile tools for deploying software to multiple machines. This guide will cover the basics of writing a Bash script that can be used to deploy software, along with practical examples and… Read More »Automating Software Deployment with Bash Scripts
Benefits of Automating Software Updates Automating software updates is a great way to streamline the process and ensure that all software is up to date. It’s also beneficial for power users as it can minimize downtime and help them stay on top of any security updates or bug fixes. Use-Cases… Read More »Automating Linux Software Updates – Making Life Easier for Power Users
Automating Backups with Bash ScriptsBacking up your data is an important part of computing, especially when you are dealing with important documents, photos, videos, or other files. Unfortunately, manually backing up files can be a tedious process. Fortunately, bash scripting can help make the process much simpler and easier. Automating Backups with Bash Scripts… Read More »Automating Backups with Bash Scripts
Troubleshooting Your Way to SuccessHave you ever found yourself staring at a bash script, wondering why on earth it’s not working? Or maybe you’ve inherited someone else’s script and have no idea where to even begin debugging it. Fear not, dear reader! In this blog post, we’ll go over some common pitfalls and how… Read More »Bash Scripting 101: Troubleshooting Your Way to Success
readHave you ever needed to gather input from a user in your Bash script, but didn’t want to rely on command line arguments? If so, then the read command is your solution! How read Works read is a built-in command in Bash that allows you to gather input from a… Read More »The Essential Tool for Interactive Input in Bash: read