Delete a directory tree forcefully.
Section: Files and Directories
Remove directory recursively
bash
bash
rm -rf build/Explanation
Dangerous. Verify the path carefully before running.
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Create file or update timestamp
Create an empty file if it does not exist.
Create nested directories
Create one or more directories, including parents.