Q&A: Where do I start in order to learn how to write scripts?
Question by habaceeba: Where do I start in order to learn how to write scripts?
I recently started a new job monitoring a production network. We are currently going through some changes that require some automation of our routine processes. That requires scripting. I have never written a script, and so I don’t know where to begin. My overall knowledge of the IT world is limited. What do I need to learn in order to develop the skills to write shell scripts?
Best answer:
Answer by Gruumsh
The question is a little vague…
Based on your needs, I might ASSUME that we’re talking about batch scripts specific to an operating system like Windows or Linux.
On the other hand, the more common type of scripting that comes to mind when most people think of scripting is for websites, in which case, there are several languages…. PHP, ASP, Ruby on Rails, Python, Perl, etc.
PHP, Python, and Perl can also be run from the command line, and thus can be used in batch scripts as well (in fact, that’s what Perl was originally designed for).
So then, the best place to LEARN scripting, whether it’s a book or a website, will depend quite a lot on what type of scripting we’re talking about.
For web scripting, a good choice is WebMonkey…
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