What are some tips for writing my first Linux script?

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Asked By CuriousCat92 On

I'm diving into writing my first executable script in Linux after learning the basic commands and getting a bit of navigation experience. I really want to get it right, so I'm looking for any advice or common mistakes you guys have made along the way that I've should avoid. I'm eager to learn, so please share your insights!

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Answered By SillyTaco1 On

It’s great that you're starting to write scripts! Just be sure you’re talking about shell scripts, right? Here are a few tips:

1. Seriously, don’t use csh – it’s not worth it!
2. Make sure to activate strict mode in bash scripts to catch errors.
3. If your script is getting lengthy or involves complex data structures, it might be time to switch to a proper programming language instead of pushing everything into bash.

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