The Bun project introduces the new Bun Shell feature in version 1.0.24. This allows Java script programmers to write scripts that operate similarly to a shell, enabling them to manage more complex systems. Tasks such as data backup, file deletion, and running external programs can now be accomplished within the Bun Shell.
Bun Shell is a completely new implementation, addressing the issue of time-consuming subprocess calls commonly used to invoke shells. It also provides the ability to work across multiple platforms, unlike Bash, which cannot be used on Windows.
The commands within Bun Shell are currently limited to cd, ls, rm, echo, pwd, and bun. The mv command is not fully implemented yet, and there are plans to implement mkdir, cp, and cat in the future. Additionally, external programs can be invoked by calling the folder PATH, just like a regular shell.
While this feature is already available in Bun, the team advises that it is still in the alpha stage and API changes may occur in the future.
TLDR: Bun’s latest version introduces Bun Shell, allowing Java script programmers to execute complex system management tasks using shell-like scripting. The new implementation eliminates the need for time-consuming subprocess calls, enabling cross-platform usage. However, as an alpha feature, API changes may be expected.
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