Mission 58

Nano runbook

Create a small operational runbook in simulated nano.

Nano and editing
9 minutes Core Lesson 58 of 360
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Instructions 9 minutes

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Create lab

Run mkdir lab.

mkdir lab
Edit runbook

Run nano lab/runbook.md.

nano lab/runbook.md
Read runbook

Run cat lab/runbook.md.

cat lab/runbook.md
Lesson support

What to notice while you play.

Objective

Create and verify a runbook file.

Hint

Save text in nano before running cat.

Why it matters

Written runbooks lower mistakes during stressful operations.

Common mistakes
  • Leaving the editor without saving.
  • Writing notes in an unclear location.
Reference

Commands in this lesson.

mkdir <name>

Create a folder.

nano <file>

Open a simulated nano editor.

cat <file>

Print text file contents.