Variables in Shell Scripting

Lesson in the Shell / Bash Roadmap · Stage 15: Bash Data Types

Last updated 14 September 2026

What is Variables in Shell Scripting?

Variables in shell scripting are named storage locations that hold data. You can create a variable by assigning a value to a name. Printing a variable displays its stored value, and modifying a variable involves changing the value it holds, allowing you to update data within your scripts dynamically.

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