The final set of quotes is what we refer to as the backticks. Backticks are exceptionally useful. We’re going to use them repeatedly in our scripting. The purpose of a backtick is to be able to run a command, and capture the output of that command.

What are Backticks used for?

Backticks are commonly used for multi-line strings or when you want to interpolate an expression within your string.

What does Backtick mean?

A backtick in computer science represents a “shell” form of command structure that some call a “double operator.” Essentially, the use of backticks allows for evaluating a string as part of a general command. It may be used in computing languages like Perl or other types of code.