portability

When it comes to scripting on UNIX-like systems, Bash (Bourne Again SHell) is one of the most popular shells due to its extensive availability and functional script processing capabilities. However, creating Bash scripts that run seamlessly across different UNIX flavors and Linux distributions can be challenging due to differences in installed packages, default shell environments, and specific system utilities. In this blog, we’ll explore effective ways to ensure that your Bash scripts are portable and provide guidance on managing package dependencies across various distributions using different package managers like apt, dnf, and zypper. It’s important to recognize the commonalities and differences across UNIX-like systems.