Greetings fellow Denizens of Nigeria. I don't know if this has been started yet, but I wanted to go ahead and start a shell scripting thread. I wanted to know if anyone else was interested. Thanks!

Well i will be but mehn shell is a bit*c*h carry on bro.

I'm following...

Ok I'll do some updates soon.

Well I guess I'll do my first post.

Linux is an operating system (much like Windows OS and the UNIX-derived Mac OS X). Most people have never used a flavour of Linux/UNIX before, but there are several different Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Redhat, Kali Linux, etc.). Most of you are probably unaware that you use a version of Linux in your pocket (Android OS).

Enough of that. I'm going to show and demonstrate some Linux commands to you guys before we get into scripting.

The scripting shell that will be discussed in this thread is Bash (Bourne Again Shell) on most Linux Distros, it's the default Shell. Though, there are various shells.

By default when at the command line, you are in your home directory. Often, the home directory can also be denoted with a '~'.

e.g.

PulloHamidou@Ubuntu:$ ls ~

Documents Videos Downloads Files

by utilising the ls command (which stands for list) I am listing my home directory. Alternatively, that home directory would be /home/PulloHamidou, but I love typing short hand and would much rather use ~.

This is going to be something difficult to teach. So please bare with me, I will continue to add more to this thread. I'm just thinking of a good starting point.

Fulaman198:
Well I guess I'll do my first post.

Linux is an operating system (much like Windows OS and the UNIX-derived Mac OS X). Most people have never used a flavour of Linux/UNIX before, but there are several different Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Redhat, Kali Linux, etc.). Most of you are probably unaware that you use a version of Linux in your pocket (Android OS).

Enough of that. I'm going to show and demonstrate some Linux commands to you guys before we get into scripting.

The scripting shell that will be discussed in this thread is Bash (Bourne Again Shell) on most Linux Distros, it's the default Shell. Though, there are various shells.

By default when at the command line, you are in your home directory. Often, the home directory can also be denoted with a '~'.

e.g.

PulloHamidou@Ubuntu:$ ls ~

Documents Videos Downloads Files

by utilising the ls command (which stands for list) I am listing my home directory. Alternatively, that home directory would be /home/PulloHamidou, but I love typing short hand and would much rather use ~.

This is going to be something difficult to teach. So please bare with me, I will continue to add more to this thread. I'm just thinking of a good starting point.

The first time I came across Linux/Ubuntu was during my undergraduate day in FUTA when we have to run Ferret on it. I love it.

Funjosh:


The first time I came across Linux/Ubuntu was during my undergraduate day in FUTA when we have to run Ferret on it. I love it.

Linux is a great operating system. I'm surprised that it is often ignored for Windows and Mac OS X.

Fulaman198:


Linux is a great operating system. I'm surprised that it is often ignored for Windows and Mac OS X.

Yes it is. But you know it doesn't look much attractive like Windows. Was made to know that it is also free from virus.

Funjosh:



Yes it is. But you know it doesn't look much attractive like Windows. Was made to know that it is also free from virus.

Yea,it is not easily attacked by virus due to its programmed nature.It's preferable in a security circle because of this feature and many more.

It doesn't gain wide popularity like winfows o.s because you've to know the commands you're going to use to interact with it whereas windows has made everything easier for users by means of icons and other shortcuts.

baba11:

Yea,it is not easily attacked by virus due to its programmed nature.It's preferable in a security circle because of this feature and many more.

It doesn't gain wide popularity like winfows o.s because you've to know the commands you're going to use to interact with it whereas windows has made everything easier for users by means of icons and other shortcuts.

I think Ubuntu is easy to use from a GUI point of view.

Fulaman198:


I think Ubuntu is easy to use from a GUI point of view.

Then I'll need to install this on my second partition because there's no way it can run on windows 8

baba11:

Then I'll need to install this on my second partition because there's no way it can run on windows 8

Ubuntu is very friendly on resources. It's very nice and if you are an avid Windows user, getting used to Ubuntu will be extremely easy. You don't have to worry about the command line terminal (though you could use it). I feel more at home at the command line. I love the command line ROFLLL.

Fulaman198:


Ubuntu is very friendly on resources. It's very nice and if you are an avid Windows user, getting used to Ubuntu will be extremely easy. You don't have to worry about the command line terminal (though you could use it). I feel more at home at the command line. I love the command line ROFLLL.

Then let the lecture continues....

baba11:

Then let the lecture continues....

You are right, I was not at all happy with myself in the first post. It was a disaster. I just don't know where to begin for people who have never touched the command line before. I'm thinking though.

What I would like people to familiarize themselves with I guess are the following commands before we go any further.

ls - List directories

rm - Remove a file or directory

mv - rename or move a file or directory

cp - copy a file or directory

mkdir - create a directory

touch - create a file

rmdir - removes an empty directory (I prefer using rm command as the directory doesn't have to be empty)

cat - read the contents of a file or concatenate a file (used on text mainly)

man - Online manual for linux commands



At the command line these all have what they call different options as well.

An example of an option is typically something associated with a hyphen.

e.g. ls -la

Means list the directories. The 'a' option means list all directories whether they are hidden or not, and the 'l' option lists more details about the files or directories that are listed.

I don't want to go more overboard because there are those who have never touched the command line before. Before we can get into actual Bash scripting, people need to know the basics first.

Fulaman198:


You are right, I was not at all happy with myself in the first post. It was a disaster. I just don't know where to begin for people who have never touched the command line before. I'm thinking though.

What I would like people to familiarize themselves with I guess are the following commands before we go any further.

ls - List directories

rm - Remove a file or directory

mv - rename or move a file or directory

cp - copy a file or directory

mkdir - create a directory

touch - create a file

rmdir - removes an empty directory (I prefer using rm command as the directory doesn't have to be empty)

cat - read the contents of a file or concatenate a file (used on text mainly)

man - Online manual for linux commands



At the command line these all have what they call different options as well.

An example of an option is typically something associated with a hyphen.

e.g. ls -la

Means list the directories. The 'a' option means list all directories whether they are hidden or not, and the 'l' option lists more details about the files or directories that are listed.

I don't want to go more overboard because there are those who have never touched the command line before. Before we can get into actual Bash scripting, people need to know the basics first.

OK...copy that..

Fulaman198:


Linux is a great operating system. I'm surprised that it is often ignored for Windows and Mac OS X.

No its not ignored, just that this part of the world, DOESNT use linux.

baba11:

Then I'll need to install this on my second partition because there's no way it can run on windows 8

Use a virtual environment like Oracle Virtual box.

gimakon:


Use a virtual environment like Oracle Virtual box.

How should I go about this?

baba11:

How should I go about this?

Go to www.google.com and download Oracle Virtual box (that's what I use) am on mobile hence I cannot make a screen shot for you, but follow these steps

Step 1: Choose System Type. - After install VirtualBox, click New. ...
Step 2: Select The Amount of RAM. - Here select the amount of RAM For example: 1024 MB = 1 GB 2048 MB = 2 GB.
Step 3: Hard Disk Setting. ...
Step 4: Choose Liunx ISO File. ...
Step 5: Install Linux and Make Account. ...
Step 6: Congratulations.

Better still if you still do not understand, follow the YouTube link below


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkJmahizwO4

Happy Linuxing!
Heil Linus Trovalds.

gimakon:


Go to www.google.com and download Oracle Virtual box (that's what I use) am on mobile hence I cannot make a screen shot for you, but follow these steps

Step 1: Choose System Type. - After install VirtualBox, click New. ...
Step 2: Select The Amount of RAM. - Here select the amount of RAM For example: 1024 MB = 1 GB 2048 MB = 2 GB.
Step 3: Hard Disk Setting. ...
Step 4: Choose Liunx ISO File. ...
Step 5: Install Linux and Make Account. ...
Step 6: Congratulations.

Better still if you still do not understand, follow the YouTube link below


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkJmahizwO4

Happy Linuxing!
Heil Linus Trovalds.

Thanks...I'll give you the feedback after the installation

Nice thread, useful link for those interested in basic command lines...
http://cli.learncodethehardway.org/book/

And for the records, I have done something in bash some years back

#!/usr/bin/bash

Don't Wonna go back to that

gimakon:
And for the records, I have done something in bash some years back

#!/usr/bin/bash

Don't Wonna go back to that

That statement '#!/usr/bin/bash or alternatively #!/bin/bash' informs and instructs the kernel to use Bash as its shell for processing the instructions in the script. We'll get to that. I'm thinking about how to pursue this thread.

I'm getting my pen to put everything down....pls continue

Fulaman198:


That statement '#!/usr/bin/bash or alternatively #!/bin/bash' informs and instructs the kernel to use Bash as its shell for processing the instructions in the script. We'll get to that. I'm thinking about how to pursue this thread.

You want me to start?

Don't mind me, you can use Google to gather tutorials chief

Go on, Fulaman198, I'm a follower now

I got my LPIC-1 OCG a couple days ago. I'm still figuring a way to integrate Linux study time with my day-to-day stuff. That being said, the book is a great deal.

I'm still following....

Linux is by far the best OS for those of us that do not have a phobia for the command line, you feel at home, you are in control. I don't care for the so-called romantic interface windows seems to project. OP please continue, it's a nice feeling to know you're not alone.

For those without Linux PC, or even a PC, use your android phone with installing the app terminal emulator. Acts like linux terminal

Borwe:
For those without Linux PC, or even a PC, use your android phone with installing the app terminal emulator. Acts like linux terminal

their Is Android Version Of Linux..Runs Ubuntu But Its Recommend For Pros Only..I Haven't Tried It My Self Tho

baba11:

Yea,it is not easily attacked by virus due to its programmed nature.It's preferable in a security circle because of this feature and many more.

It doesn't gain wide popularity like winfows o.s because you've to know the commands you're going to use to interact with it whereas windows has made everything easier for users by means of icons and other shortcuts.

i Almost Would Have Totally Agreed..We Have GUIs Too But Na Terminal Sweet Pass!

Supermiy:
i Almost Would Have Totally Agreed..We Have GUIs Too But Na Terminal Sweet Pass!

Graphics user interface as how?