Minishell is a simple UNIX shell implementation developed as part of the [Your University/Institution Name]'s computer science curriculum. It provides a basic command-line interface to interact with the operating system, execute commands, and manage processes.
Minishell is designed to be a learning project that introduces students to systems programming, process management, and command-line interfaces. It aims to mimic the behavior of a standard UNIX shell while providing an opportunity for students to explore and implement various shell functionalities.
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Simple Interface: Minishell offers an intuitive and straightforward command-line interface for users to interact with.
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Command Execution: Users can execute common commands like
ls,cd,echo, and more. -
Piping and Redirection: Minishell supports basic command chaining using pipes and redirection.
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Environment Variables: Users can set and manage environment variables within the shell.
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Signal Handling: Minishell handles signals to ensure proper process management and termination.
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History: The shell keeps track of command history, allowing users to recall and execute previous commands.
To get started with Minishell, follow these steps:
- Clone the repository:
bash
git clone https://github.com/your-username/minishell.git
Change directory:
cd minishellBuild the project:
bash
make
Run Minishell:
bash
./minishell
Usage
Once Minishell is running, you can use it like a regular UNIX shell. Here are some examples:
bash
$ ls -l
$ echo "Hello, Minishell!"
$ cd /path/to/directory
$ cat file.txt | grep "pattern"
For more detailed information about supported commands and features, consult the project documentation or help section within the shell. Supported Commands
Minishell supports a range of basic UNIX commands, including but not limited to:
ls: List files and directories.
cd: Change the current directory.
echo: Display messages.
pwd: Show the current working directory.
cat: Concatenate and display file contents.
rm: Remove files or directories.
cp: Copy files and directories.
mv: Move or rename files and directories.
For a complete list of supported commands and their options, please refer to the project documentation. Contributing
Contributions to Minishell are welcome! If you wish to contribute, please follow the guidelines in the CONTRIBUTING.md file. License
This project is licensed under the MIT License.
Thank you for using Minishell! If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for improvement, please create an issue or pull request. Happy shell scripting!