launchd is the new cron / init /watchdog replacement paradigm, with a number of interesting features.
Resources:
Date | Link | Notes |
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2012 | ||
Aug 3 | Schedule jobs using launchd | An updated reference, with decent examples. |
2009 | ||
Dec 13 | Technical Note TN2083: Daemons and Agents | Comprehensive overview, but with no examples. |
launchd.plist | The reference, but you need to have the right mindset to address it. | |
Jul 8 | launchd in depth | Good, clear and in depth, but with very few examples. |