How does `cat` work in ipython interactive shell?

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I noticed that using cat on a file works in ipython. It doesn't appear to be listed as a magic command... so I am confused how/why it works. What lets cat work in ipython interactive shell?

score 5 · Answer 1 · answered May 25 '12 at 21:22

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IPython automatically defines some shell aliases, including cat, in IPython.core.alias.default_aliases().

answered May 25 '12 at 21:22

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score 5 · Accepted Answer · answered May 25 '12 at 21:24

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cat is one of the pre-defined system command aliases. Type %alias to see the list of aliases in your current ipython session.

answered May 25 '12 at 21:24

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How does `cat` work in ipython interactive shell?

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