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Book of Batch Scripting : From Fundamentals to Advanced Automation by Jack McLarney (2024, Trade Paperback)
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Book of Batch Scripting : From Fundamentals to Advanced Automation, Paperback by Mclarney, Jack, ISBN 1718503423, ISBN-13 9781718503427, Brand New, Free shipping in the US This entertaining introduction to Windows’ Batch scripting language covers all things bat-file-related, from the essentials through the advanced concepts, even object-oriented design, and is organized into three parts of increasing complexity, making it a handy resource for whatever Batch task, question or problem you encounter. Original.
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PublisherNo Starch Press, Incorporated
ISBN-101718503423
ISBN-139781718503427
eBay Product ID (ePID)23062163583
Product Key Features
Number of Pages488 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameBook of Batch Scripting : from Fundamentals to Advanced Automation
Publication Year2024
SubjectProgramming Languages / General, System Administration / General, General, Programming / Microsoft
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaMathematics, Computers
AuthorJack Mclarney
FormatTrade Paperback
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Item Weight32.6 Oz
Item Length9.3 in
Item Width7.1 in
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LCCN2023-050702
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Dewey Edition23
Reviews"If you have to work with Windows, you have to read this book." --Niel Infante, Senior Engineer, Ginkgo Bioworks "Having worked professionally in IT since prior to the internet having pictures, I thought I knew bat files. Within the first 30 minutes, I learned things that Batch could do that I never had a clue about. It was a dazzling, factual read mixed with full syntax detail and humor along the way. Highly recommended for anyone as a fun trip down memory lane or an excellent reference in those times of need!" --Dave Mullen, Senior IT Manager, Windows Administrator, and Cybersecurity Engineer
Dewey Decimal004.3
Table Of ContentIntroduction Part I: The Essentials Chapter 1: Batch Chapter 2: Variables and Values Chapter 3: Scope and Delayed Expansion Chapter 4: Conditional Execution Chapter 5: String and Boolean Data Types Chapter 6: Integer and Float Data Types Chapter 7: Working with Files Chapter 8: Executing Compiled Programs Chapter 9: Labels and Nonsequential Execution Chapter 10: Calling Routines and Bats Chapter 11: Parameters and Arguments Chapter 12: Outputs, Redirection, and Piping Chapter 13: Working with Directories Chapter 14: Escaping Chapter 15: Interactive Batch Chapter 16: Code Blocks Part II: The for Command Chapter 17: Fundamentals of the for Command Chapter 18: Directories, Recursion, and Iterative Loops Chapter 19: Reading Files and Other Inputs Chapter 20: Advanced for Techniques Part III: Advanced Topics Chapter 21: Pseudo-Environment Variables Chapter 22: Writing Reports Chapter 23: Recursion Chapter 24: Text String Searches Chapter 25: Bat Files Building Bat Files Chapter 26: Automatic Restarts and Multithreading Chapter 27: And/Or Operators Chapter 28: Compact Conditional Execution Chapter 29: Arrays and Hash Tables Chapter 30: Odds and Ends Chapter 31: Troubleshooting Tips and Testing Techniques Chapter 32: Object-Oriented Design Chapter 33: Stacks, Queues, and Real-World Objects Afterword Appendix A: Fully Functional Batch Improv Appendix B: Array and Hash Table Objects
SynopsisIn this era of advanced programming languages, the simplicity, universality, and efficiency of Batch scripting holds undeniable value. Whether you're maintaining legacy systems or seeking to understand the foundations of command line automation, The Book of Batch Scripting shows you how to become proficient with this tool included in every version of Windows. As you work through the book, you will: Write a simple .bat file that performs a daily task with just a couple of mouse clicks, Delve into variables and data types, and learn how a variable can possess two values at once-and why you should care, Learn how to manage and collect data on files and directories either locally or on a network, Harness the power of the for command to build complex loops with just a few lines of code, Explore advanced topics like recursion, performing text searches, and even learn how to write a .bat file that writes a .bat file, Extend Batch to use features like booleans, floats, operators, arrays, hash tables, stacks, queues, and even object-oriented design, Written for beginners and experts alike, The Book of Batch Scripting will have you streamlining your workflow and writing effective code in no time. This simple but powerful tool is about to make your life a little bit easier and more fun. Requires: Microsoft Windows, Packaged with every Windows computer, Batch is an immensely useful programming language ready to help coders and non-coders alike with routine or repetitive tasks. In addition to easily minimizing daily chores, bat files are great for logon scripts, can automate PC environment configurations, and generally make life easier regardless of what you usually code. This book covers all things bat-file-related, from the essentials through the advanced concepts, even object-oriented design. Humorous asides and examples - such as pondering the question 'what if Archimedes had Batch,' and sorting the first 8 future captains of the starship Enterprise - make the journey into Batch's inner workings a truly enjoyable one. Topics are organized into three parts of increasing complexity, making it a handy reference tool for whatever Batch task, question, or problem you encounter: Part I provides the basics, where beginners and non-power-users will learn how to write simple to moderate bat files; Part II discusses how to get things done, introducing the crucial for command and how to use it to add even more functionality to the language; Part III covers sophisticated topics at the expert level, like working with recursion and arrays, as well as testing and troubleshooting tips, culminating with object-oriented design. Regardless of your preferred programming language, anyone with a Windows PC will benefit from learning how to code with Batch - and this is the ultimate user guide.
LC Classification NumberQA76.9.B38M35 2024
