How to get the path of a batch script without the trailing backslash in a single command?

Question

Suppose I wish to get the absolute path of a batch script from within the batch script itself, but without a trailing backslash. Normally, I do it this way:

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Answer 1

The simplest solution that worked for me was

Instead of using : SET currentPath=%~dp0

USE : SET currentPath=%cd%