[FIXED] How do I syntax check a Bash script without running it?

Issue

Is it possible to check a bash script syntax without executing it?

Using Perl, I can run perl -c 'script name'. Is there any equivalent command for bash scripts?

Solution

bash -n scriptname

Perhaps an obvious caveat: this validates syntax but won't check if your bash script tries to execute a command that isn't in your path, like ech hello instead of echo hello.

Answered By - andy

Answer Checked By - David Goodson (PHPFixing Volunteer)