Introduction to CLI Applications
In the realm of computing, command-line interface (CLI) applications exemplify the enduring power and efficiency of text-based user interfaces. Unlike their graphical counterparts, CLI applications offer a streamlined, no-frills approach to interacting with software, allowing users to execute commands, manipulate files, and perform a myriad of tasks right from the terminal, or automate them so these tasks do not require user interaction at all!
In this chapter, we will cover the following topics:
- An IT professional’s typical day
- What CLI applications are, what their benefits are, and when to use them
- Popular CLI applications
