Linux & Command Line

Shell Script

/ʃel skrɪpt/

Definition

A text file with shell commands executed in sequence — used to automate repetitive tasks on Linux/macOS.

Example in context

"The deploy.sh script: runs tests, builds Docker image, pushes to ECR, and triggers the rolling update."

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Practice this term

Master Shell Script in context by working through exercises in the Linux & Command Line module. You'll see the term used in real engineering scenarios with multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and matching drills.