Bash scripting leverages the power of the command line and tight integration with Linux and Unix operating systems, so it's the easiest and best way to automate repetitive administration tasks (giving you the time to focus on more important issues). "Magic" is when all you have to do is say a few words and amazing things happen! Bash scripting lets you give Linux and Unix operating systems the ability to take care of themselves (by automating frequent tasks and responding to situations). The key to this is being able to have your scripts make decisions (logic programming). In this presentation, you will begin to learn how to write and run Bash scripts (programs that are interpreted rather than compiled) including loops and logic statements, file redirection, command line arguments, and much more. It's important that you be able to continue doing these things on your own (after the conference), so comprehensive instructions and reference materials will be provided.
