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iOS shortcuts can run commands over SSH

It's a great way to automate complicated tasks from your iPhone

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👾 Goz
Jan 24, 2023
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When I want to automate something, my go to technology is usually Bash. I can then run the script when I’m on any of my devices or through an iOS shortcut.

What is iOS Shortcuts?

Shortcuts is the current version of an app the Workflows which was purchased by Apple. It is a way to build up scripts, consisting of steps. While it is useful, it is a pain to troubleshoot or to build complicated workflows. That’s where I add Bash scripts over SSH.

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