Exposure to Unreadable Shell Scripts
Prolonged exposure to shell scripting languages like Perl or Bash can cause Shell Shock. Symptoms include:
- Recurring nightmares about semicolons
- Inability to distinguish between `echo` and `echo-1` commands
- An irrational fear of the `cd` command
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Inadequate Shell Configuration
A poorly configured shell can lead to Shell Shock. Symptoms include:
- Randomly generated shell prompts that resemble ASCII art
- Inability to access your files due to incorrect permissions
- A strong desire to relearn the basics of shell scripting
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Overuse of Shell Aliases
Too many shell aliases can cause shell shock. Symptoms include:
- Difficulty in understanding what your actual commands are doing
- Inability to type commands without accidentally invoking an alias
- A strong desire for simplicity in your shell configuration
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