Essential Powershell

Author : Holger Schwichtenberg
Publisher : Pearson Education
Page : 550 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2008-06-19
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780132715195

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Essential PowerShell by Holger Schwichtenberg Pdf

Use PowerShell to Streamline and Automate Your Most Time-Consuming Windows Administration Tasks With Windows PowerShell, Microsoft brings innovative console-based system administration and scripting to Windows clients and servers. PowerShell combines the best features of traditional UNIX shells with the immense power of the .NET Framework, offering a consistent and easy-to-use replacement for both the Windows command line and the Windows Script Host. In Essential PowerShell, noted expert Holger Schwichtenberg gives Windows sysadmins all the knowledge and sample scripts they need to successfully administer production systems with PowerShell. Schwichtenberg begins by introducing the innovative PowerShell architecture, along with crucial PowerShell concepts such as pipelining and navigation. Next, he introduces the PowerShell Script Language, shows the secure execution of command sequences as scripts, and demonstrates how to use PowerShell to access essential operating system interfaces such as COM, WMI, ADSI, and ADO.NET. After you’ve mastered the fundamentals, Schwichtenberg presents an extensive collection of PowerShell solutions for virtually every area of day-to-day administration. For each topic, he presents dozens of self-contained examples, all downloadable from a companion Web site. He covers both Microsoft’s standard PowerShell commandlets and the free commandlets available as PowerShell Community Extensions. He also presents a full chapter of tips, tricks, and troubleshooting solutions. Coverage includes Understanding PowerShell’s components and features Setting up your PowerShell scripting environment Creating and using commandlets Using object-oriented pipelining for filtering, sorting, grouping, comparisons, calculations, and more Mastering PowerShell’s uniform navigation model and using it with all types of data Programming command sequences with the PowerShell Script Language Making the most of the PowerShell console and third-party tools Managing processes, event logs, and registry entries Controlling networking, printing, and software installation Manipulating Active Directory and other enterprise services with PowerShell Using PowerShell to enforce stronger system and network security Storing data in files, documents, and databases Preface xv Part I: Getting Started with PowerShell 1: First Steps with Windows PowerShell 3 2: Commandlets 25 3: Pipelining 43 4: Advanced Pipelining 59 5: The PowerShell Navigation Model 81 6: The PowerShell Script Language 89 7: PowerShell Scripts 115 8: Using Class Libraries 129 9: PowerShell Tools 151 10: Tips, Tricks and Troubleshooting 171 Part II: Windows PowerShell in Action 11: File Systems 205 12: Documents 235 13: Registry and Software 253 14: Processes and Services 267 15: Computers and Hardware 281 16: Networking 295 17: Directory Services 313 18: User and Group Management in the Active Directory 335 19: Searching in the Active Directory 349 20: Additional Libraries for Active Directory Administration 361 21: Databases 373 22: Advanced Database Operations 389 23: Security Settings 401 24: Advanced Security Administration 413 PartIII: Appendices Appendix A: PowerShell Commandlet Reference 429 Appendix B: PowerShell 2.0 Preview 445 Appendix C: Bibliography 449 Index 453

Author : Vlad Catrinescu
Publisher : Apress
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2018-03-27
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781484231296

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Essential PowerShell for Office 365 by Vlad Catrinescu Pdf

Take your Office 365 skills to the next level. Master PowerShell for Office 365 to stay competitive in today’s world of highly sought after cloud management skills. With expert guidance, IT pros will learn how to leverage the muscle of PowerShell to automate many advanced administrative tasks not otherwise accessible in the Office 365 Admin Center. You will discover how to unlock configuration options and automate tasks in order to free up valuable time and resources. This book is your companion to administering Office 365 with PowerShell. You will learn time-saving techniques such as how to streamline administrative tasks, and how to manage users, licenses, and Office 365 services. Expert and MVP Vlad Catrinescu introduces each chapter with an overview and basic fundamentals, such as how to connect to your required service in Office 365, so that you have a solid foundation for success. Benefit from learning the theory behind PowerShell for Office 365 and put your knowledge to practice with numerous hands-on code examples. What You’ll Learn Manage users in bulk Export data such as user lists and groups Create and manage Office 365 groups Manage Exchange online distribution lists, mailboxes, and contacts Configure Skype for Business settings Perform compliance searches directly from PowerShell Who This Book Is For Any IT pro who needs to manage Office 365 or one of its services such as Exchange, SharePoint, or Skype for Business. Readers should have a basic knowledge of PowerShell and the Office 365 service they want to manage.

Author : James Petty,Don Jones,Jeffery Hicks
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2024-04-23
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781633438989

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Learn PowerShell Scripting in a Month of Lunches, Second Edition by James Petty,Don Jones,Jeffery Hicks Pdf

Automate complex tasks and processes with PowerShell scripts. This amazing book teaches you how to write, test, and organize high-quality, reusable scripts for Windows, Linux, and cloud-based systems. In Learn PowerShell Scripting in a Month of Lunches, Second Edition you’ll learn: Setting up a reliable scripting environment Designing functions and scripts Effective pipeline usage Scripting and security Dealing with errors and bugs Source control with git Sharing and publishing scripts Professional-grade scripting practices Learn PowerShell Scripting in a Month of Lunches, Second Edition takes you beyond command-line PowerShell and opens up the amazing world of scripting and automation. In just 27 bite-sized lessons, you’ll learn to write scripts that can eliminate repetitive manual tasks, create custom reusable tools, and build effective pipelines and workflows. This revised second edition is fully updated to PowerShell’s latest version, including hands-on examples that perfectly demonstrate modern PowerShell’s cross-platform applications. About the technology Microsoft's PowerShell language lets you write scripts to control nearly every aspect of Windows. Just master a few straightforward scripting skills, and you'll save yourself from hours of tedious tasks. The lunch hours you spend learning PowerShell scripting will quickly pay you back with days of saved time! About the book Learn PowerShell Scripting in a Month of Lunches teaches you to create effective automation scripts and tools with PowerShell. Its 27 bite-size lessons cover instantly useful techniques for writing efficient code, finding and squashing bugs, organizing your scripts into libraries, and much more. This revised second edition of the bestselling original has been fully upgraded to the latest version of PowerShell. It’s full of exciting new examples that go beyond Windows scripting and show you how you can use PowerShell to automate Linux, and macOS environments. About the reader For help desk technicians, DevOps engineers, and other IT Pros interested in scripting. Basic knowledge of PowerShell required. This book is the perfect follow-on guide to Learn PowerShell in a Month of Lunches, Fourth Edition. About the author James Petty is CEO of PowerShell.org and The DevOps Collective, and a Microsoft MVP. Don Jones is a PowerShell MVP, speaker, and trainer who has written dozens of books on information technology topics. Jeffery Hicks is a PowerShell MVP and an independent consultant, trainer, and author.

Author : Martin Machado,Prashant G Bhoyar
Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2017-07-26
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781787127890

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PowerShell for Office 365 by Martin Machado,Prashant G Bhoyar Pdf

Learn the art of leveraging PowerShell to automate Office 365 repetitive tasks About This Book Master the fundamentals of PowerShell to automate Office 365 tasks. Easily administer scenarios such as user management, reporting, cloud services, and many more. A fast-paced guide that leverages PowerShell commands to increase your productivity. Who This Book Is For The book is aimed at sys admins who are administering office 365 tasks and looking forward to automate the manual tasks. They have no knowledge about PowerShell however basic understanding of PowerShell would be advantageous. What You Will Learn Understand the benefits of scripting and automation and get started using Powershell with Office 365 Explore various PowerShell packages and permissions required to manage Office 365 through PowerShell Create, manage, and remove Office 365 accounts and licenses using PowerShell and the Azure AD Learn about using powershell on other platforms and how to use Office 365 APIs through remoting Work with Exchange Online and SharePoint Online using PowerShell Automate your tasks and build easy-to-read reports using PowerShell In Detail While most common administrative tasks are available via the Office 365 admin center, many IT professionals are unaware of the real power that is available to them below the surface. This book aims to educate readers on how learning PowerShell for Office 365 can simplify repetitive and complex administrative tasks, and enable greater control than is available on the surface. The book starts by teaching readers how to access Office 365 through PowerShell and then explains the PowerShell fundamentals required for automating Office 365 tasks. You will then walk through common administrative cmdlets to manage accounts, licensing, and other scenarios such as automating the importing of multiple users,assigning licenses in Office 365, distribution groups, passwords, and so on. Using practical examples, you will learn to enhance your current functionality by working with Exchange Online, and SharePoint Online using PowerShell. Finally, the book will help you effectively manage complex and repetitive tasks (such as license and account management) and build productive reports. By the end of the book, you will have automated major repetitive tasks in Office 365 using PowerShell. Style and approach This step by step guide focuses on teaching the fundamentals of working with PowerShell for Office 365. It covers practical usage examples such as managing user accounts, licensing, and administering common Office 365 services. You will be able to leverage the processes laid out in the book so that you can move forward and explore other less common administrative tasks or functions.

Author : Oisin Grehan,Aleksandar Nikolic,Jeffery Hicks,Richard Siddaway
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 693 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2013-07-25
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781638353034

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PowerShell Deep Dives by Oisin Grehan,Aleksandar Nikolic,Jeffery Hicks,Richard Siddaway Pdf

Summary Here's your chance to learn from the best in the business. PowerShell Deep Dives is a trove of essential techniques, practical guidance, and the expert insights you earn only through years of experience. Editors Jeffery Hicks, Richard Siddaway, Oisin Grehan, and Aleksandar Nikolic hand-picked the 28 chapters in the book's four parts: Administration, Scripting, Development, and Platforms. About the Technology PowerShell has permanently changed Windows administration. This powerful scripting and automation tool allows you to control virtually every aspect of Windows and most Microsoft servers like IIS and SQL Server. Here's your chance to learn from the best in the business. About this Book PowerShell Deep Dives is a trove of essential techniques and practical guidance. It is rich with insights from experts who won them through years of experience. The book's 28 chapters, grouped in four parts (Administration, Scripting, Development, and Platforms), were hand-picked by four section editors: Jeffery Hicks, Richard Siddaway, Oisin Grehan, and Aleksandar Nikolic. Whether you're just getting started with PowerShell or you already use it daily, you'll find yourself returning to this book over and over. What's Inside Managing systems through a keyhole The Ten Commandments of PowerShell scripting Scalable scripting for large datasets Adding automatic remoting Provisioning web servers and websites automatically to IIS 8 And 23 more fantastic chapters Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the AuthorsEditors Jeffery Hicks, Richard Siddaway, Oisin Grehan, and Aleksandar Nikolic are joined by PowerShell experts Chris Bellee, Bartek Bielawski, Robert C. Cain, Jim Christopher, Adam Driscoll, Josh Gavant, Jason Helmick, Don Jones, Ashley McGlone, Jonathan Medd, Ben Miller, James O'Neill, Arnaud Petitjean, Vadims Podans, Karl Prosser, Boe Prox, Matthew Reynolds, Mike Robbins, Donabel Santos, Will Steele, Trevor Sullivan, and Jeff Wouters. Table of Contents PART 1 POWERSHELL ADMINISTRATION Diagnosing and troubleshooting PowerShell remoting CIM sessions 22 Collecting and analyzing performance counter data TCP port communications with PowerShell Managing systems through a keyhole Using PowerShell to audit user logon events Managing and administering a certification authoritydatabase with PowerShell Using PowerShell to reduce Active Directory token bloat PART 2 POWERSHELL SCRIPTING The 10 PowerShell scripting commandments Avoiding the pipeline A template for handling and reporting errors Tips and tricks for creating complex or advancedHTML reports with PowerShell Using and "abusing" dynamic parameters PowerShell type formatting Scalable scripting for large data sets: pipelineand database techniques Building your own WMI-based cmdlets Turning command-line tools into PowerShell tools PART 3 POWERSHELL FOR DEVELOPERS Using Source Control Software with PowerShell Inline .NET code PowerShell and XML: better together Adding automatic remoting to advanced functionsand cmdlets Taming software builds (and other complicated processes)with psake PART 4 POWERSHELL PLATFORMS PowerShell and the SQL Server provider Creating flexible subscriptions in SSRS Inventory database table statistics using PowerShellSQL Server Management Objects WSUS and PowerShell Provisioning IIS web servers and sites with PowerShell Active Directory Group Management application

Author : Adam Bertram
Publisher : No Starch Press
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2020-02-04
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781593279189

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PowerShell for Sysadmins by Adam Bertram Pdf

Learn to use PowerShell, Microsoft's scripting language, to automate real-world tasks that IT professionals and system administrators deal with every day. Save Time. Automate. PowerShell® is both a scripting language and an administrative shell that lets you control and automate nearly every aspect of IT. In PowerShell for Sysadmins, five-time Microsoft® MVP "Adam the Automator" Bertram shows you how to use PowerShell to manage and automate your desktop and server environments so that you can head out for an early lunch. You'll learn how to: Combine commands, control flow, handle errors, write scripts, run scripts remotely, and test scripts with the PowerShell testing framework, Pester Parse structured data like XML and JSON, work with common domains (like Active Directory, Azure, and Amazon Web Services), and create a real-world server inventory script Design and build a PowerShell module to demonstrate PowerShell isn't just about ad-hoc scripts Use PowerShell to create a hands-off, completely automated Windows deployment Build an entire Active Directory forest from nothing but a Hyper-V host and a few ISO files Create endless Web and SQL servers with just a few lines of code! Real-world examples throughout help bridge the gap between theory and actual system, and the author's anecdotes keep things lively. Stop with the expensive software and fancy consultants. Learn how to manage your own environment with PowerShell for Sysadmins and make everyone happy. Covers Windows PowerShell v5.1

Author : Guruprasad HP,Harshul Patel
Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2015-04-28
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781784393267

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Microsoft System Center PowerShell Essentials by Guruprasad HP,Harshul Patel Pdf

If you are a Microsoft System Center administrator who manages System Center environments and utilizes the console for management, then this book is ideal for you. This book is also for System Center users who now want to learn to manage systems using PowerShell.

Author : Ed Wilson
Publisher : Pearson Education
Page : 523 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2013-07-15
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780735680968

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Windows PowerShell 3.0 First Steps by Ed Wilson Pdf

Get started with this powerful Windows administration tool Automate Windows administration tasks with ease by learning the fundamentals of Windows PowerShell 3.0. Led by a Windows PowerShell expert, you’ll learn must-know concepts and techniques through easy-to-follow explanations, examples, and exercises. Once you complete this practical introduction, you can go deeper into the Windows PowerShell command line interface and scripting language with Windows PowerShell 3.0 Step by Step. Discover how to: Create effective Windows PowerShell commands with one line of code Apply Windows PowerShell commands across several Windows platforms Identify missing hotfixes and service packs with a single command Sort, group, and filter data using the Windows PowerShell pipeline Create users, groups, and organizational units in Active Directory Add computers to a domain or workgroup with a single line of code Run Windows PowerShell commands on multiple remote computers Unleash the power of scripting with Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI)

Author : Michael Shepard
Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2015-08-27
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781785284908

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Getting Started with PowerShell by Michael Shepard Pdf

Learn the fundamentals of PowerShell to build reusable scripts and functions to automate administrative tasks with Windows About This Book Harness the capabilities of the PowerShell system to get started quickly with server automation Learn to package commands into a reusable script and add control structures and parameters to make them flexible Get to grips with cmdlets that allow you to perform administration tasks efficiently Who This Book Is For This book is intended for Windows administrators or DevOps users who need to use PowerShell to automate tasks. Whether you know nothing about PowerShell or know just enough to get by, this guide will give you what you need to go to take your scripting to the next level. What You Will Learn Learn to verify your installed version of PowerShell, upgrade it, and start a PowerShell session using the ISE Discover PowerShell commands and cmdlets and understand PowerShell formatting Use the PowerShell help system to understand what particular cmdlets do Utilise the pipeline to perform typical data manipulation Package your code in scripts, functions, and modules Solve common problems using basic file input/output functions Find system information with WMI and CIM Automate IIS functionality and manage it using the WebAdministration module In Detail Windows PowerShell is a task-based command-line shell and scripting language designed specifically for system administration. Built on the .NET Framework, Windows PowerShell helps IT professionals and power users control and automate the administration of the Windows operating system and applications that run on Windows. PowerShell is great for batch importing or deleting large sets of user accounts and will let you collect a massive amount of detailed system information in bulk via WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation). Getting Started with PowerShell is designed to help you get up and running with PowerShell, taking you from the basics of installation, to writing scripts and web server automation. This book, as an introduction to the central topics of PowerShell, covers finding and understanding PowerShell commands and packaging code for reusability, right through to a practical example of automating IIS. It also includes topics such as installation and setup, creating scripts, automating tasks, and using Powershell to access data stores, registry, and file systems. You will explore the PowerShell environment and discover how to use cmdlets, functions, and scripts to automate Windows systems. Along the way, you will learn to perform data manipulation and solve common problems using basic file input/output functions. By the end of this book, you will be familiar with PowerShell and be able to utilize the lessons learned from the book to automate your servers. Style and approach A practical learning guide, complete with plenty of activities, examples and screenshots.

Author : Cybellium Ltd
Publisher : Cybellium Ltd
Page : 211 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-02
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9798859156177

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Mastering Active Directory by Cybellium Ltd Pdf

Author : Richard Siddaway
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 1008 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2010-06-07
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781638352594

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PowerShell in Practice by Richard Siddaway Pdf

Windows PowerShell is a scripting language that simplifies Windows system administration. PowerShell in Practice is a hands-on reference for administrators wanting to learn and use PowerShell. Following the "in Practice" style, individual related techniques are clustered into chapters. Each technique is presented in the form: problem, solution, discussion, and includes annotated code listings. Written to answer the question "How can PowerShell make my job as an administrator easier?" this book concentrates on practical tasks and automation. Starting with an a brief tutorial and review, the majority of the book focuses on two major PowerShell usage areas: People - user accounts, mailboxes, desktop configuration; and Servers - Active Directory, Exchange, IIS, and more. Purchase of the print book comes with an offer of a free PDF, ePub, and Kindle eBook from Manning. Also available is all code from the book.

Author : Ian Waters
Publisher : Apress
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2021-06-24
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1484270630

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PowerShell for Beginners by Ian Waters Pdf

Learn the basic tools and commands to write scripts in PowerShell 7. This hands-on guide is designed to get you up and running on PowerShell quickly - introducing interactive menus, reading and writing files, and creating code that talks over the network to other scripts, with mini games to facilitate learning. PowerShell for Beginners starts with an introduction to PowerShell and its components. It further discusses the various tools and commands required for writing scripts in PowerShell 7, with learning reinforced by writing mini games. You will learn how to use variables and conditional statements for writing scripts followed by loops and arrays. You will then work with functions and classes in PowerShell. Moving forward, you will go through the PowerShell Console, customizing the title and text colors. Along the way you will see how to read a key press and make sound in PowerShell. The final sections cover game engine layout, how to build a title screen, and implementing the game design using code flow, title screens, levels, and much more. After reading the book you will be able to begin working with PowerShell 7 scripts and understand how to use its tools and commands effectively. What You Will Learn Use Microsoft Visual Studio Code to develop scripts Understand variables, loops and conditional statements in PowerShell Work with scripts to develop a game Discover and use ASCII art generators Comprehend game objects and code Create client-server scripts that communicate over a network Read and write to files Capture input from the keyboard Make PowerShell speak words to help the visually impaired Create text-based adventure games Who This Book Is For Software developers who want to start working with PowerShell scripts.

Author : Liam Cleary
Publisher : BPB Publications
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2024-02-14
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9789355518910

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PowerShell in 7 Days by Liam Cleary Pdf

Unlock the power of automation: Master PowerShell in just 7 days KEY FEATURES ● Effortlessly navigate PowerShell's syntax and command structure. ● Master creating scripts and functions for efficient automation. ● Learn practical solutions for local and remote data management. DESCRIPTION "PowerShell in 7 Days" covers the fundamentals of PowerShell, its syntax, and its scripting capabilities concisely yet comprehensively. It is a practical toolkit that empowers busy IT professionals to become proficient PowerShell users. You can become capable of automating tasks and managing systems more efficiently within a week. Examine its history, versions, and various use cases before examining installation options for different platforms. Master modules, providers, commands, and pipelines to craft efficient scripts. Build reusable functions, control script flow with looping and error handling, and create scripts with diverse outputs. Use PowerShell remoting to manage systems remotely. Manage on-premises services like Active Directory and optimize performance by troubleshooting common issues. Finally, explore advanced functionalities like security best practices and signing scripts for confident use. By the end of the book, readers will have a solid understanding of working with both local and remote data, troubleshooting common issues using PowerShell, and writing scripts that save time and enhance productivity. Readers can transform their approach to tasks and challenges in their job roles, optimizing processes and deploying solutions quickly and effectively. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Master the basics of PowerShell syntax and command execution. ● Develop custom scripts for automation and system tasks. ● Efficiently manage and manipulate both local and remote data. ● Apply PowerShell for effective troubleshooting and problem-solving in real-world scenarios. ● Create advanced functions to streamline daily IT operations. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is ideal for IT professionals, system administrators, and tech enthusiasts keen on learning PowerShell. Basic familiarity with Windows operating systems and a keen interest in automation and scripting are recommended for readers. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introducing PowerShell 2. Setting Up PowerShell 3. Getting Started with Modules and Providers 4. Executing PowerShell Commands 5. Working with Variables and Pipelines 6. Deep Diving PowerShell Objects 7. Using Functions and Parameters 8. Flow Control, Looping, and Error Handling 9. Scripts for Multiple Output Paths 10. PowerShell Remoting, WinRM, and the Invoke-Comma 11. Managing On-premises Services 12. Troubleshooting Windows and Performance Optimization 13. Miscellaneous PowerShell Capabilities

Author : Lee Holmes
Publisher : "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Page : 882 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2010-08-20
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780596801502

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Windows PowerShell Cookbook by Lee Holmes Pdf

With more than 250 ready-to-use recipes, this solutions-oriented introduction to the Windows PowerShell scripting environment and language provides administrators with the tools to be productive immediately.

Author : Don Jones,Jeffery Hicks
Publisher : Manning
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-25
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1617295094

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Learn PowerShell Scripting in a Month of Lunches by Don Jones,Jeffery Hicks Pdf

Summary Discover how scripting is different from command-line PowerShell, as you explore concrete hands-on examples in this handy guide. The book includes and expands on many of the techniques presented in Learn PowerShell Toolmaking in a Month of Lunches. Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the Technology Automate it! With Microsoft's PowerShell language, you can write scripts to control nearly every aspect of Windows. Just master a few straightforward scripting skills, and you'll be able to eliminate repetitive manual tasks, create custom reusable tools, and build effective pipelines and workflows. Once you start scripting in PowerShell, you'll be amazed at how many opportunities you'll find to save time and effort. About the Book Learn PowerShell Scripting in a Month of Lunches teaches you how to expand your command-line PowerShell skills into effective scripts and tools. In 27 bite-size lessons, you'll discover instantly useful techniques for writing efficient code, finding and squashing bugs, organizing your scripts into libraries, and much more. Advanced scripters will even learn to access the .NET Framework, store data long term, and create nice user interfaces. What's Inside Designing functions and scripts Effective pipeline usage Dealing with errors and bugs Professional-grade scripting practices About the Reader Written for devs and IT pros comfortable with PowerShell and Windows. About the Authors Don Jones is a PowerShell MVP, speaker, and trainer who has written dozens of books on information technology topics. Jeffery Hicks is a PowerShell MVP and an independent consultant, trainer, and author. Don and Jeff coauthored Manning's Learn Windows PowerShell in a Month of Lunches, Learn PowerShell Toolmaking in a Month of Lunches, and PowerShell in Depth. Table of Contents PART 1 - INTRODUCTION TO SCRIPTING Before you begin Setting up your scripting environment WWPD: what would PowerShell do? Review: parameter binding and the PowerShell pipeline Scripting language crash course The many forms of scripting (and which to use) Scripts and security PART 2 - BUILDING A POWERSHELL SCRIPT Always design first Avoiding bugs: start with a command Building a basic function and script module Going advanced with your function Objects: the best kind of output Using all the pipelines Simple help: making a comment Dealing with errors Filling out a manifest PART 3 - GROWN-UP SCRIPTING Changing your brain when it comes to scripting Professional-grade scripting An introduction to source control with git Pestering your script Signing your script Publishing your script PART 4 - ADVANCED TECHNIQUES Squashing bugs Making script output prettier Wrapping up the .NET Framework Storing data-not in Excel! Never the end