W8_L1: Automating scripts

Welcome to Week 8 Lecture 1 of the course "Introduction to the Linux Shell" by Gandham Phanikumar. Full Course: https://study.iitm.ac.in/es/course_pages/CS1102.html Video Overview In this lecture, you will learn how to automate tasks in Linux using the cron scheduler. The session explains the fundamentals of cron and demonstrates how to schedule shell scripts for recurring execution. You will explore cron syntax, understand how to use system directories that store scheduled tasks, and learn how to create and manage crontab entries to automate your workflows. The lecture also shows how to use cron effectively for essential operations such as system maintenance, log rotation, and automated backups. By the end of this session, you will be able to set up and manage recurring scripts that keep your Linux system running efficiently with minimal manual intervention. About IIT Madras' online Bachelor of Science programme IIT Madras offers four-year BS programmes that aim to provide quality education to all, irrespective of age, educational background, or location. The BS programme has multiple levels, which provide flexibility to students to exit at any of these levels. Depending on the courses completed and credits earned, the learner can receive a Foundation Certificate from IITM CODE (Centre for Outreach and Digital Education), Diploma(s) from IIT Madras, or BSc/BS Degrees from IIT Madras. For more details, Visit: https://www.iitm.ac.in/academics/study-at-iitm/non-campus-bs-programmes #Linux #Automation #Cron #Crontab #ShellScripting #Scheduling #SystemAdministration #TaskScheduler #LogRotation #Backup #CronD #LinuxTutorial #CommandLine #ShellScript #Root #Mkbackup #EtcDirectory #IITMadras #LinuxShell #Education #OnlineLearning #Technology