Mastering Bash: Essential Commands for Everyday Use

Bash, the Bourne Again Shell, is a powerful tool for interacting with your Linux system. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced user, mastering essential Bash commands can significantly boost your productivity. In this article, we’ll cover some of the most useful and frequently used Bash commands, with examples to help you get started.

1. Navigating File System with cd, pwd, and ls

cd(Change Directory)
The cdcommand is used to navigate through the file system. You can move between directories easily with this command:

cd /path/to/directory

To go back to the previous directory:

cd -

pwd(Print Working Directory)
If you ever get lost in the terminal and want to know where you are, use pwd:

pwd

It prints the full path of your current directory.

ls(List Directory Contents)
Want to see what files and directories are inside the current directory? Use ls:

ls

To display more details, such as file permissions, size, and modification date, use the -l flag:

ls -l