This module covers a variety of tools for doing calculations, passing data, storing data, and modifying data. The items presented allow a script writer to control input and output, as well as being able to very specifically control data.
By the end of this module, you should complete the following activities:
Required Activities
- Readings
- Review the pages in this module
- Read Chapter 5-7, in the UNIX Shell Programming text book
- Videos and Presentations
- Complete the following exercises (located under the Exercises link within the left navigation area):
- Exercise: Mod3 Variables
- Exercise: Mod3 Quotes
- Exercise: Mod3 Passed Arguments