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How to wait in bash for several subprocesses to finish, and return exit code !=0 when any subprocess ends with code !=0?

How to Wait for Multiple Subprocesses in Bash and Return Non Zero Exit Codes When writing shell scripts its common to initiate multiple subprocesses However a c

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How to wait in bash for several subprocesses to finish, and return exit code !=0 when any subprocess ends with code !=0?
How to wait in bash for several subprocesses to finish, and return exit code !=0 when any subprocess ends with code !=0?

How do I tell if a file does not exist in Bash?

How to Check If a File Does Not Exist in Bash When working with shell scripts in Bash one of the fundamental tasks you may need to perform is checking for the e

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How do I tell if a file does not exist in Bash?
How do I tell if a file does not exist in Bash?

Fastest way(s) to move the cursor on a terminal command line?

Fastest Ways to Move the Cursor on a Terminal Command Line Navigating through a terminal command line efficiently is crucial for enhancing productivity especial

3 min read 09-10-2024 31
Fastest way(s) to move the cursor on a terminal command line?
Fastest way(s) to move the cursor on a terminal command line?

Why can't I use job control in a bash script?

Why Cant I Use Job Control in a Bash Script When working with Bash scripts you might have encountered situations where job control features seem to be disabled

3 min read 09-10-2024 33
Why can't I use job control in a bash script?
Why can't I use job control in a bash script?

How to store standard error in a variable

How to Store Standard Error in a Variable A Comprehensive Guide Storing the standard error of a statistical dataset in a variable is essential for analysis and

3 min read 09-10-2024 31
How to store standard error in a variable
How to store standard error in a variable

How to use expr on float?

How to Use expr on Float A Comprehensive Guide When working with scripting languages or command line interfaces you might encounter scenarios where you need to

2 min read 09-10-2024 29
How to use expr on float?
How to use expr on float?

How can I join elements of a Bash array into a delimited string?

How to Join Elements of a Bash Array into a Delimited String Joining elements of a Bash array into a single string can be a common requirement when scripting es

2 min read 09-10-2024 29
How can I join elements of a Bash array into a delimited string?
How can I join elements of a Bash array into a delimited string?

Bash PWD Shortening

Shortening the pwd Output in Bash A Practical Guide In the realm of command line interfaces particularly in Unix like operating systems the pwd print working di

2 min read 09-10-2024 28
Bash PWD Shortening
Bash PWD Shortening

Remove a character from the end of a variable

How to Remove a Character from the End of a Variable in Programming When working with strings in programming you may encounter situations where you need to remo

3 min read 09-10-2024 26
Remove a character from the end of a variable
Remove a character from the end of a variable

How do I create an array in Unix shell scripting?

How to Create an Array in Unix Shell Scripting Unix shell scripting is a powerful way to automate tasks and manage system operations One fundamental concept in

2 min read 09-10-2024 29
How do I create an array in Unix shell scripting?
How do I create an array in Unix shell scripting?

Add a new element to an array without specifying the index in Bash

Adding a New Element to an Array in Bash Without Specifying the Index When working with arrays in Bash you may find yourself needing to add new elements dynamic

2 min read 09-10-2024 34
Add a new element to an array without specifying the index in Bash
Add a new element to an array without specifying the index in Bash

Assigning default values to shell variables with a single command in bash

Assigning Default Values to Shell Variables with a Single Command in Bash Bash the popular Unix shell is a powerful tool for command line operations and scripti

2 min read 09-10-2024 23
Assigning default values to shell variables with a single command in bash
Assigning default values to shell variables with a single command in bash

Ending tail -f started in a shell script

How to Properly End tail f in a Shell Script When working with log files in Unix like operating systems the tail f command is commonly used to monitor new lines

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Ending tail -f started in a shell script
Ending tail -f started in a shell script

How to compare strings in Bash

How to Compare Strings in Bash A Comprehensive Guide When it comes to scripting in Bash one of the fundamental tasks you ll often encounter is comparing strings

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How to compare strings in Bash
How to compare strings in Bash

How to get the first line of a file in a bash script?

How to Get the First Line of a File in a Bash Script Bash scripting is a powerful tool for automating tasks in Linux and Unix environments A common requirement

2 min read 08-10-2024 23
How to get the first line of a file in a bash script?
How to get the first line of a file in a bash script?

How to extract domain name from url?

How to Extract Domain Name from URL A Complete Guide Extracting the domain name from a URL is a common task in web development data analysis and SEO Understandi

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How to extract domain name from url?
How to extract domain name from url?

Renaming files in a folder to sequential numbers

How to Rename Files in a Folder to Sequential Numbers Renaming files can often become a tedious task especially when dealing with a large number of files If you

3 min read 08-10-2024 25
Renaming files in a folder to sequential numbers
Renaming files in a folder to sequential numbers

Multiple Bash traps for the same signal

Understanding Multiple Bash Traps for the Same Signal Bash scripting is a powerful tool for automating tasks in Unix like operating systems One of the features

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Multiple Bash traps for the same signal
Multiple Bash traps for the same signal

Avoid gnome-terminal close after script execution?

Avoid Gnome Terminal Closure After Script Execution When working with scripts in the Gnome Terminal on Linux a common frustration arises when the terminal autom

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Avoid gnome-terminal close after script execution?
Avoid gnome-terminal close after script execution?

Pipe only STDERR through a filter

How to Pipe Only STDERR Through a Filter When working with command line interfaces you often encounter situations where you need to separate standard error STDE

2 min read 08-10-2024 35
Pipe only STDERR through a filter
Pipe only STDERR through a filter

How do I set a variable to the output of a command in Bash?

How to Set a Variable to the Output of a Command in Bash Bash the popular command line shell for Linux and UNIX systems allows users to perform a wide range of

2 min read 08-10-2024 24
How do I set a variable to the output of a command in Bash?
How do I set a variable to the output of a command in Bash?

How can I repeat a character in Bash?

How to Repeat a Character in Bash A Simple Guide If you ve ever needed to create a visual separator draw patterns or just repeat characters for display purposes

2 min read 08-10-2024 27
How can I repeat a character in Bash?
How can I repeat a character in Bash?

How can I shortern my command line prompt's current directory?

How to Shorten Your Command Line Prompts Current Directory When you re navigating through directories in the command line interface CLI the default path display

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How can I shortern my command line prompt's current directory?
How can I shortern my command line prompt's current directory?

Bash script to convert from HTML entities to characters

Bash Script to Convert HTML Entities to Characters When working with web data you may encounter text that includes HTML entities instead of regular characters T

2 min read 08-10-2024 31
Bash script to convert from HTML entities to characters
Bash script to convert from HTML entities to characters

Difference between single and double quotes in Bash

Understanding the Difference Between Single and Double Quotes in Bash Bash scripting is an essential skill for system administrators and developers alike One co

2 min read 08-10-2024 23
Difference between single and double quotes in Bash
Difference between single and double quotes in Bash