This document provides an overview of shell scripting and how it can be used for eXo Platform applications. It defines what a shell and shell script are, describes common shells like bash and csh, and covers shell script basics like parameters, operators, and control structures. Examples are given of how shell scripts could be used to automate tasks in eXo like building projects, running commands, and checking for bugs. The document also outlines a proposed "EXOCT" shell script for commonly used eXo functions.