The Book of Batch Scripting: From Fundamentals to Advanced Automation
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The Book of Batch Scripting: From Fundamentals to Advanced Automation

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This fast-paced, hands-on, quirky introduction to Windows’ Batch scripting language is ideal for coders of all skill levels.In 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 clicksDelve into variables and data types, and learn how a variable can possess two values at once—and why you should careLearn how to manage and collect data on files and directories either locally or on a networkHarness the power of the for command to build complex loops with just a few lines of codeExplore advanced topics like recursion, performing text searches, and even learn how to write a .bat file that writes a .bat fileExtend Batch to use features like booleans, floats, operators, arrays, hash tables, stacks, queues, and even object-oriented designWritten 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

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Weight 0.92 kg
Dimensions 2.8 × 17.94 × 23.5 cm
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Paperback
Language

Pages

488
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Year Published

2024-6-25
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Publication City/Country

USA
ISBN 10

1718503423
About The Author

Jack McLarney has been coding professionally since 1999 at companies like Protective Life Corporation, Fiserv, and The Hartford Financial Services Group. McLarney teaches part-time at Manchester Community College as an Adjunct Professor of Mathematics and holds an MS in Applied Mathematics from the University of Connecticut.

"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"Playfully written and technically robust, Jack’s book is fantastic. It is a painless introduction to bat files for beginners and an invaluable reference for experts. Careful scaffolding in the early chapters eases learner anxiety and cognitive overload while providing an immediate payout of practical applications and a robust basis to move forward. Later chapters provide structure for advanced topics, templates to build on, and a thorough examination of bat files, providing amazing functionality and flexibility I did not know was possible."—Dr. Nicole Engelke, Professor and Director of Quantitative Reasoning, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Table Of Content

Introduction Part I: The Essentials Chapter 1: BatchChapter 2: Variables and ValuesChapter 3: Scope and Delayed ExpansionChapter 4: Conditional ExecutionChapter 5: String and Boolean Data TypesChapter 6: Integer and Float Data TypesChapter 7: Working with FilesChapter 8: Executing Compiled ProgramsChapter 9: Labels and Nonsequential ExecutionChapter 10: Calling Routines and BatsChapter 11: Parameters and ArgumentsChapter 12: Outputs, Redirection, and PipingChapter 13: Working with DirectoriesChapter 14: EscapingChapter 15: Interactive BatchChapter 16: Code Blocks Part II: The for Command Chapter 17: Fundamentals of the for CommandChapter 18: Directories, Recursion, and Iterative LoopsChapter 19: Reading Files and Other InputsChapter 20: Advanced for Techniques Part III: Advanced Topics Chapter 21: Pseudo-Environment VariablesChapter 22: Writing ReportsChapter 23: RecursionChapter 24: Text String SearchesChapter 25: Bat Files Building Bat FilesChapter 26: Automatic Restarts and MultithreadingChapter 27: And/Or OperatorsChapter 28: Compact Conditional ExecutionChapter 29: Arrays and Hash TablesChapter 30: Odds and EndsChapter 31: Troubleshooting Tips and Testing TechniquesChapter 32: Object-Oriented DesignChapter 33: Stacks, Queues, and Real-World Objects AfterwordAppendix A: Fully Functional Batch ImprovAppendix B: Array and Hash Table Objects

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