Cron Automation: Schedule Tasks

Cron schedules scripts. Run them automatically. Common.

Here's the thing: Cron runs scripts automatically. Learn it. Use it.

Basic Cron

# Run daily at 2 AM
0 2 * * * /path/to/script.sh

My take: Cron schedules tasks. Use it.

Common Patterns

Daily Backup

0 2 * * * /usr/local/bin/backup.sh

What's Next?

Now that you understand cron, you can schedule tasks. Or review Automation Patterns to reinforce.

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Personal note: Cron seemed complex at first. Then I learned it. Now I use it constantly. It's useful. Learn it.