This directory, .shell.d, is part of the Ditana GNU/Linux shell configuration system. It is designed to store executable shell scripts that are automatically loaded into your shell environment (both bash and zsh) when a new terminal session is initiated.
The scripts in this directory are sourced by .shellrc, which is included in your home directory. This setup allows you to maintain a clean and organized shell configuration by separating your custom commands and configurations into distinct, executable scripts that work across both bash and zsh.
To effectively use this directory:
- Place any shell script you want automatically executed in this directory.
- Ensure the scripts are executable (
chmod +x script_name.sh). - Use syntax compatible with both bash and zsh.
- Scripts will be sourced each time a new terminal is opened.
Scripts in this directory should be compatible with both zsh and bash. When writing scripts, use syntax that works in both shells to ensure consistent behavior.
Only place trusted scripts in this directory. All scripts here are automatically executed when opening a terminal, so manage the contents carefully to avoid unintentional execution of harmful commands.
Here's a sample script that could be placed in this directory:
#!/bin/bash
# This script sets up aliases for common commands
alias grep='ugrep'
alias cat='bat'
alias ls='exa --icons --classify --hyperlink --group-directories-first'
# Conditional alias for SSH in Kitty terminal
if [[ "$TERM" == "xterm-kitty" ]]; then
alias ssh='kitten ssh'
fiSave this as an executable file (e.g., 00-aliases.sh) in the .shell.d directory to have these aliases available in all your terminal sessions.
Ensure to make it executable (chmox +d <script name>).
For issues or questions regarding the Ditana shell configuration, please refer to the Ditana GNU/Linux documentation or support channels.