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# [How to Run a Scheduled Bash Script with Google Cloud Platform](https://nikhilrao.blog/how-to-run-a-scheduled-bash-script-with-google-cloud-platform?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Overview Why would you want to run a scheduled Bash script in the cloud? Couldn’t you just run cron on your local machine? Running a bash script in the cloud rather than on a local machine offers developers a multitude of advantages that can enhance ...

Jan 22, 2025 · 4 min read · nikhilrao.blog  
Updated May 14, 2025  
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