Demystifying ZSH Startup Files: Zshenv vs. Zshrc

Zsh, the popular Unix shell, utilizes a series of startup files to configure the shell environment upon launch. Two of these files, .zshenv and .zshrc, play crucial roles in setting up the shell environment for different use cases. Understanding the distinction between these two files is essential for effective Zsh customization. What is Zshenv? .zshenv stands for “ZSH environment file”. It is sourced by Zsh for every invocation, regardless of whether the shell is interactive or non-interactive....

November 29, 2023 · 2 min · 368 words

Zsh and SSH are both command-line tools, but they serve different purposes.

Zsh is a Unix shell, which is a program that provides an interface between you and the operating system. Shells allow you to execute commands, and they also provide a variety of features that make it easier to work with the operating system, such as file management, command history, and support for scripting. SSH (Secure Shell) is a network protocol that allows you to securely log in to a remote computer....

November 29, 2023 · 1 min · 158 words