Bash Shell Scripting - Creating Loops Using "while" and "until"

Bash Shell Scripting - Creating Loops Using "while" and "until"

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The video tutorial explains the concepts of while and until loops in programming. It starts with a basic introduction and a template script. The while loop is demonstrated with a variable 'A', showing how it runs as long as the condition is true. The tutorial then covers the until loop using variable 'B', which runs until the condition becomes true. Enhancements to loop logic and increment techniques are also discussed, highlighting the differences in increment placement and its effects on loop execution.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the purpose of a while loop in programming?

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Explain how the condition in a while loop affects its execution.

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What happens if the condition in a while loop is always true?

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Describe the difference between a while loop and an until loop.

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How do you increment a variable in a loop? Provide an example.

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What will happen if you do not increment the variable in a while loop?

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In what scenario would you prefer using an until loop over a while loop?

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