John D. Cook • 2/28/2026

Working with file extensions in bash scripts

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This article demonstrates using bash shell parameter expansion, specifically the ${parameter%word} pattern, to work with file extensions in scripts. It provides a practical example of converting a LaTeX file to SVG by programmatically generating corresponding DVI and SVG filenames, highlighting the utility of concise shell scripting for specific tasks.

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