Scripting Best Practices - Treat Your Variables Right

LinuxPlanet - Tutorials - Scripting Best Practices - Treat Your Variables Right: "Scripting languages are incredibly useful for quick-fix scripts. The problem with this is when the quick-fix script is still in place 6 months down the line, at which point the corners you cut because, hey, it's just a short-term fix, come back to bite you. Read on for some best practice tips to make the experience less painful."