{awk} is about questions related to the AWK language and TeX
AWK is one of the scripting languages used in Linux/Unix environments. It can be used as a command in a terminal, shell or command line, or as a regular program. It's main purpose is to process text, extract data or to report something of interest.
In a TeX/LaTeX context handling, extracting or preparation of information can be of interest, which can include e.g. the generation of .tex files.
Where to find more
- Background: AWK on wikipedia
- Command line: 30 examples
- Programming in AWK: see e.g. Guide to the AWK Programming Language or Tutorial
- Extensive reference: The GNU Awk User’s Guide