.bashrc

What is Bash?

Bash, or "Bourne Again Shell," is a command language interpreter for the GNU operating system. If you're using Linux or macOS, it's likely your default shell. Bash lets us interact with the operating system by typing commands, running scripts, and managing programs. It's a powerful tool for controlling and automating tasks in a terminal environment.

What is .bashrc?

Now, let me introduce you to the .bashrc file. This is a script that Bash runs whenever we start a new terminal session in interactive mode (which means it's not a login shell). You’ll find the .bashrc file in your home directory, typically named like this: /home/your_username/.bashrc.

So, what can we do with .bashrc? It allows us to:

• Customize our shell environment.
• Set environment variables.
• Define aliases and functions.
• Configure shell options and prompts.

Every time we open a new terminal, Bash reads the .bashrc file and applies all the settings and commands inside it. This makes .bashrc a great tool for personalizing and streamlining our command-line experience.

The Challenge

Your mission in this challenge is to find the hidden flag. Here's a hint to help you get started: your file is hidden. do with that what you will