Bash Scripting - Basics
Which command is used to make a bash script executable before running it?
Which command is used to make a bash script executable before running it?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand file permissions in Linux
To run a script directly, it must have execute permission.Step 2: Use chmod to add execute permission
The commandchmod +x script.shadds execute permission to the script.Final Answer:
chmod +x script.sh -> Option DQuick Check:
Make script executable = chmod +x [OK]
Quick Trick: Use chmod +x to make scripts executable before running [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Trying to run script without execute permission
- Using 'run' or 'execute' commands which don't exist
- Confusing bash -x (debug mode) with execution permission
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