Getting Started with Bash

Bash is a powerful command-line shell used on Unix systems like Linux and macOS. It's great for automating tasks, running scripts, and managing servers.

Why Learn Bash?

• Automate repetitive tasks
• Manage files and directories
• Create powerful pipelines

Basic Commands

Here are a few essential Bash commands:

# List files
ls

# Change directory
cd /path/to/directory

# Copy a file
cp source.txt destination.txt

# Move or rename a file
mv oldname.txt newname.txt

Writing Your First Script

Create a file called hello.sh:

#!/bin/bash
echo "Hello, World!"

Make it executable:

chmod +x hello.sh
./hello.sh

Tips for Beginners

• Always start your scripts with #!/bin/bash
• Use comments (#) to describe what your script does
• Practice by writing simple automation tasks

Happy scripting! 🐧