Bash is great, but when it comes to writing scripts, people usually choose a more convenient programming language. JavaScript is a perfect choice, but the standard Node.js library requires additional hassle before use. The zx package provides useful wrappers around child_process, escapes arguments, and gives sensible defaults. Write your scripts in a file with .mjs extension in order to be able to use await on top level. If you prefer the .js extension, wrap your scripts in something like void async function.

Features

  • All functions ($, cd, fetch, etc) are available straight away without any imports
  • Packages are available without importing inside scripts
  • If only the exitCode is needed, you can use the next code instead
  • Write your scripts in a file with .mjs extension
  • The zx also provides a few experimental functions
  • The zx package provides useful wrappers around child_process

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Apache License V2.0

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Programming Language

JavaScript

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JavaScript Software Development Software, JavaScript Code Generators

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2022-04-08