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Mastering Shell Script for Real-World Applications is a complete guide to shell scripting for developers and system administrators. The book focuses on practical, real-world applications and covers everything from basic concepts to advanced techniques. It provides an in-depth overview of shell scripting fundamentals, process management, and integration with other programming languages. This resource is ideal for both beginners and experienced professionals looking to enhance their shell scripting skills.

The book is divided into 12 chapters:

Introduction
Introduction to Shell Scripting
Working with Variables and Parameters
Control Flow and Loops
Functions and Modular Shell Scripting
Working with Files and Directories
Process Management and Automation
Debugging and Optimising Shell Scripts
Integrating Shell Scripts with Other Languages
Appendix A: Shell Scripting Cheat Sheet
Appendix B: Useful Shell Utilities
Appendix C: Shell Scripting Resources

After reading this book, you will know the following and much more:

How to write efficient and robust shell scripts for various real-world applications
Techniques for managing variables, control flow, and functions in shell scripting
Methods for working with files, directories, and system processes effectively
Strategies for debugging, optimising, and maintaining shell scripts
Ways to integrate shell scripts with other programming languages and tools
Best practices for shell scripting and automation in modern software development environments

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