Shell Programming in Unix, Linux and OS X

Master the art of shell scripting with this practical guide to programming in the POSIX standard shell. Covering essential Unix utilities, decision-making constructs, quoting mechanisms, and debugging techniques, this book walks you step-by-step through building powerful, portable scripts. With detailed examples and coverage of both Korn and Bash shells, it’s ideal for anyone looking to harness the full power of Unix and Unix-like systems through the command line.