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Shell

Shell is a text-based command interface and scripting language that runs in Unix-like shells, useful for automating tasks with shell scripts.

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About Shell

The shell is at the heart of many Unix and Linux systems and serves as both a command interpreter and scripting language - ideal for automation tasks and gluing programs together.

Most people use Bash (Bourne Again SHell) as the default, but other shells like Zsh, Ksh, and Fish are also popular.

With simple variable handling, loops, conditionals, and script control flow, you can quickly write automation for backups, software installation, or log analysis. Because shell scripts run directly in the terminal, they align closely with your everyday commands - no strange gaps.

Shells often share syntax and adhere to POSIX standards, so scripts written for one shell often work across others. And if you want more features, advanced alternatives like Zsh and Fish offer better autocompletion, plugins, and a modern feel.

Shell is often used together with

JavaScript

Shell is used at

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