How to Catch and Handle Errors in bash | Linux Today

How to Catch and Handle Errors in bash

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Mar 30, 2021

Writing a robust, bug-free bash script is always challenging even for a seasoned system administrator. While you cannot prevent all errors in your bash script, at least you should try to handle potential error conditions in a more predictable and controlled fashion. This tutorial introduces basic tips to catch and handle errors in bash.

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