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PowerShell and Education: A Deep Dive with Jim Tyler, Director of Technology Jan 29, 2024

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we have the pleasure of hosting Jim Tyler (@PowerShellEngineer). In this episode, Jim shares insights into PowerShell in K-12 education, his book and YouTube channel, Miscripts.org, and his various projects and passions. Join us as we delve into Jim's background, his journey into PowerShell, and the unique challenges and rewards of working in the K-12 sector. We discuss the impact of AI on education, the birth of Miscripts.org, and Jim's creative ventures, from YouTube tutorials to self-publishing a PowerShell book. Get ready for a conversation packed with valuable insights, practical advice, and a touch of Disney magic.

Guest Bio and links:

Jim is the Director of Technology at Niles Community Schools, YouTuber @PowerShellEngineer, Author of PowerShell for Systems Engineers. He's also presented on PowerShell at Michigan EdTech conferences.

Watch The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWaCFWCId0w

https://www.meetup.com/gainesville-powershell-user-group/events/298633080/

https://github.com/dfinke/PowerShellAI/issues/204

https://github.com/dfinke/PowerShellAIAssistant/blob/main/examples/Assistants_API_overview.ipynb

https://www.powershellgallery.com/Packages/PSGalleryExplorer/2.5.4

https://miscripts.org/

https://twitter.com/jimrtyler

https://www.youtube.com/@PowerShellEngineer

https://github.com/jimrtyler

https://www.linkedin.com/in/JamesTyler/

https://a.co/d/aSBQ2Lg

From Python to PowerShell: A Developer's Perspective with Jordan Borean Jan 22, 2024

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we are joined by the talented Jordan Borean. Join us as we delve into the world of PowerShell development with Jordan, exploring some of his exceptional modules that have made waves in the community. Jordan shares his unique perspective as a Python developer using PowerShell and highlights the benefits of binary modules. Dive into the details of Jordan's experience within the PowerShell community Discord, and gain insights into his journey to Red Hat, where Open Source played a pivotal role. As a bonus, discover the surprising answer to the question: If PowerShell was a song, what would it be? This episode is packed with coding wisdom, community adventures, and a touch of musical revelation.

Guest Bio and links:

I've been working in IT for around 10 years now with experience in a range of roles. Currently, I'm a programmer working on Ansible for RedHat, specializing in Windows automation. While my job is mostly working with Python I play around with PowerShell and C# mostly in my spare time and have written quite a few PowerShell modules. In my spare time, I like to spend time with my wife and dog as well as go on some bike rides around where I live. I currently specialize in network protocols like WinRM, SMB, PSRemoting, LDAP, among others, and I have written a few cross-platform clients that implement these protocols outside of Windows. I'm also quite active in the Discord community and love to help/lurk the various questions that come up there. There's always something new that I learn.

Watch the PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTFr1ojayTM

https://2pintsoftware.com/news/details/why-is-add-content-bad-in-powershell-51

https://github.com/JustinGrote/ModuleFast/releases/tag/v0.1.0

https://lindnerbrewery.github.io/posts/converting_to_semtantic_version/

https://github.com/jborean93/PowerShell-ctypes

https://github.com/jborean93/PSDetour

https://github.com/jborean93/PSDetour-Hooks

https://github.com/jborean93/PSEtw

https://github.com/jborean93/PSOpenAD

https://github.com/ansible-collections/ansible.windows

https://github.com/ansible-collections/community.windows

https://github.com/ansible-collections/microsoft.ad

https://github.com/SeeminglyScience/ImpliedReflection

https://github.com/JustinGrote/ModuleFast/

https://github.com/SeeminglyScience/ClassExplorer

https://github.com/pester/Pester

From Listener to Speaker: Daniel Schroeder’s PowerShell Summit Success Jan 15, 2024

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Episode Summary:

In the latest episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we're joined by the dynamic Daniel Schroeder. Dive into the world of PowerShell tips and contributions as Daniel shares insights into his tiPS module and how listeners can get involved. Daniel also reflects on his experience as a podcast listener, detailing how the show inspired him to take significant steps in his professional journey, such as applying to speak at PowerShell Summit—a journey that culminated in being accepted. The episode takes a technical turn as we glean advice on GitOps, explore techniques for visualizing large-scale systems, and gain valuable insights into the current statistics of DevOps, SRE, and Platform Engineering. Join us for a conversation packed with practical tips, personal reflections, and expert advice from Daniel Schroeder.

Guest Bio and links:

Dan has been writing software for over two decades and blogging since about 2011. He has a passion for creating productivity tools and tools to help make developers' lives easier. He enjoys sharing information and helping others through his blog, YouTube videos, presentations, and in person. He lives in Saskatchewan, Canada, with his wife, son, and dogs and enjoys hiking and rollerblading when he is not consumed by one of his many personal projects, most of which are open-source on GitHub.

See The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBpm_R1MQ38

https://blog.danskingdom.com/Multiple-ways-to-setup-your-CI-CD-pipelines-in-GitHub-Actions/

https://o365reports.com/2023/12/15/audit-microsoft-365-admin-activity-using-powershell/

https://github.com/jborean93/PSEtw/

https://github.com/deadlydog/PowerShell.tiPS

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBg1KJf8sC4

https://blog.danskingdom.com/Get-PowerShell-tips-automatically-in-your-terminal-with-the-tiPS-module/

https://github.com/nohwnd/Profiler

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/module/webadministration/?view=windowsserver2022-ps

https://twitter.com/deadlydog/status/1737912190663831651

PowerShell PM Roundtable: 2024 Areas of Excitement Jan 08, 2024

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we bring you a special treat—an exclusive roundtable discussion with the PMs behind PowerShell and its related projects. Hear about how the team's goal of improving the lives of people working in operations and on operations tasks. Join us as we meet the PM team: Danny Maertens, Sydney Smith, Michael Greene, Damien Caro, Jason Helmick, and Steven Bucher. Each PM takes a turn sharing their areas of interest and excitement for the coming year, giving listeners a sneak peek into the future of PowerShell. Whether it's advancements in automation, SSH improvements, or upcoming projects, this episode offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at the vision and passion driving PowerShell forward. Don't miss this insightful conversation with the PMs who make it all happen!

Links:
Watch the PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_V70nVxw4Q

https://github.com/PowerShell/Announcements/issues

https://aka.ms/JoinPSCall

https://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell-RFC/tree/master/CommunityCall

https://devblogs.microsoft.com/powershell/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6Wjk1FOIxA

https://github.com/PowerShell/Win32-OpenSSH

https://github.com/PowerShell/openssh-portable

https://github.com/PowerShell/vscode-powershell

https://devblogs.microsoft.com/powershell/announcing-the-release-of-get-whatsnew/

Install-Module -Name Microsoft.PowerShell.WhatsNew
Install-PSResource -Name Microsoft.PowerShell.WhatsNew
https://twitter.com/maertend33

https://twitter.com/sydneysmithreal

https://twitter.com/migreene

https://twitter.com/dcaro

https://twitter.com/theJasonHelmick

https://twitter.com/StevenBucher13

From Engineer to Manager: Mike Kanakos on Transition, Lessons, and Community Jan 01, 2024

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Microsoft MVP Mike Kanakos to explore his journey transitioning from an engineer to a manager. Mike candidly shares the valuable lessons learned, from navigating newfound responsibilities to embracing a mentoring role. We delve into the pivotal role community involvement played in his managerial growth, touching on how insights from successful teams and best practices informed his approach. The discussion also unveils exciting changes ahead for the Research Triangle PowerShell User Group, which Mike leads. As a bonus, we get an insider's look into Mike's favorite PowerShell modules. Join us for an insightful conversation packed with lessons, community impact, and a sneak peek into the evolving PowerShell landscape.

Guest Bio and links:

Mike Kanakos is a three-time Microsoft MVP award recipient and currently manages the Foundational Services and Automation team at Align Technology, the company behind Invisalign braces. He leads a team that develops automation tools for Azure AD, Active Directory, and Single Sign-On, with the goal of automating processes and eliminating tedious tasks for various teams.

In addition to being a Microsoft MVP, He also leads the Research Triangle PowerShell Users Group and serves as the Director of Community Engagement for PowerShell.org. He shares his expertise on PowerShell, Cloud services, and automation through his blog www.commandline.ninja. In his spare time, he fumbles through maintaining a home assistant setup at home.

Watch the PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6HY3lnEkG0

https://practical365.com/using-github-copilot-to-upgrade-powershell-scripts-to-the-microsoft-graph-powershell-sdk/

https://practicalsecurityanalytics.com/credential-harvesting-with-powershell-and-specterinsight/

https://www.commandline.ninja/

https://rtpsug.com

https://www.youtube.com/c/RTPSUG

https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/ImportExcel/7.0.1

https://github.com/PowerShell/SecretManagement

https://github.com/dfinke/NameIT

Farewell to Jordan: MVP Chrissy LeMaire Unleashes AI Wisdom Dec 25, 2023

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In this special episode of the PowerShell Podcast, the hosts are joined by the esteemed Chrissy LeMaire, a double Microsoft MVP and GitHub star as we bid a fond farewell to Jordan. Chrissy's wealth of expertise in the PowerShell, GitHub, and AI realms adds a unique perspective to the discussion. We talk about creating personalized chatbots with ChatGPT, uses for AI. Chrissy shares news about her upcoming AI book and the life-changing moment that got her to embrace AI. All that, and more! Don't miss this insightful conversation with a true powerhouse in the tech community.

Guest Bio and links:

Vaguely French Developer in Europe, PS & SQL MVP, inaugural GitHub Star, got a master's degree in Systems Engineering. She’s also certified in SQL Server, Linux, SharePoint and network security.

See The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRNnCycIo3M

https://blog.netnerds.net/2023/10/chatgpt-vs-code-theme/

https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=potatoqualitee.blog-gpt

https://github.com/FriedrichWeinmann/ADLDSMF

https://discord.gg/pdq

https://github.com/potatoqualitee

https://www.manning.com/books/learn-dbatools-in-a-month-of-lunches

https://psconf.eu/

https://privacy.openai.com/

https://github.com/potatoqualitee/finetuna

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPax-xJLej8

https://www.amazon.com/Am-Code-Artificial-Intelligence-Speaks/dp/0316560065

Unlocking Secrets: Sam Erde on Open-Source Contributions and the Locksmith Module Dec 18, 2023

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, featuring guest Sam Erde, we delve into a myriad of topics starting with Andrew's successful acceptance of his talk at PowerShell Summit. The episode unfolds with a spotlight on community resources. Sam Erde, our esteemed guest, shares insights into his blogging journey and his contributions to open-source projects, with a particular focus on the Locksmith module designed to uncover misconfigurations in ADCS Certificate Services. Sam also provides his unique perspective on leveraging PowerShell for various tasks. The hosts engage in a discussion about the community ethos, underscoring the importance of creating more value than capturing, and Sam shares personal experiences that have shaped his approach to community involvement. Tune in for an episode packed with valuable insights, community highlights, and the power of PowerShell in action.

Guest bio and Links:

Sam Erde is a senior yak shaver and semi-professional squirrel hunter with 20+ years of experience in IT. His preferred species of yak speaks PowerShell and the squirrels are most often found huddled around Microsoft bird feeders. Much of his career has had a strong focus on Active Directory, GPOs, Exchange Server, and Microsoft 365; however, it would not be complete without an equally strong focus on coffee, puns, Oxford commas, and cybersecurity. Sam's mission is to help IT teams grow towards operational maturity around these platforms. This includes a focus on culture, technical growth, and identifying not just as systems administrators, engineers, or analysts--but as infosec professionals who may happen to work in operations. He is incredibly grateful for everything the community has taught him and hopes to contribute back at least as much as he has learned from this amazing group of people.

Watch The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HEhXQE3GNw

https://github.com/DanGough/PoshCVE

https://powershellisfun.com/2023/11/23/using-a-specific-powershell-profile-for-a-console-session-windows-terminal-powershell-ise-or-visual-studio-code/

https://discord.gg/pdq

https://day3bits.com/

https://github.com/SamErde/PowerShell-Pre-Workout

https://github.com/trimarcJake/Locksmith

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yt_oIEq1wA

https://github.com/PoshCode/PowerShellPracticeAndStyle

https://github.com/cunninghamp

https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/ORCA/2.8.0

https://github.com/EvotecIT/GPOZaurr

https://github.com/TrimarcJake/BlueTuxedo

https://github.com/techspence/ScriptSentry

https://twitter.com/SamErde

https://linktr.ee/SamErde

Code in Action: Embracing Hands-On Learning with Jeff Hicks Dec 11, 2023

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, guest Jeff Hicks leads a dynamic discussion on the power of hands-on learning with PowerShell and the numerous benefits of learning by doing. Jeff challenges the community with a scripting challenge, encouraging active participation. The episode also features a showcase of some outstanding community blogs, including topics like PowerShell performance testing, web scraping, and module development. Jeff shares insights into his own remarkable modules, and the hosts delve into noteworthy community projects. Don't miss Jeff's scripting challenge and be sure to check out the community blogs and links discussed in this episode!

Guest Bio and links:

Jeffery Hicks is an IT veteran with more than 30 years of experience, much of it as an IT infrastructure consultant specializing in Microsoft server technologies with an emphasis on automation and efficiency. He is a multi-year recipient of the Microsoft MVP Award. He works today as an independent author, teacher, and consultant. Jeff has taught and presented on PowerShell and the benefits of automation to IT Pros worldwide. He has authored, co-authored, and edited several books, writes for numerous online sites and print publications, is a Pluralsight author, and is a frequent speaker at technology conferences and user groups.

Links:

Watch the PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lV5RXZPiM_0

https://powershell.org/2023/11/earlybirdnowopen/

https://jeffhicks.substack.com/p/ask-jeff-ab8

https://devdojo.com/hcritter/powershell-perfomance-test-get-the-maximum

https://blog.griff.systems/published/2023/getting_download_links_from_webpages/

https://www.gofundme.com/f/please-help-save-our-hone

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JTnEydEPnM

https://jdhitsolutions.github.io/

https://leanpub.com/psprimer

https://github.com/PowerShell/GraphicalTools/

https://github.com/mgajda83/PSWindowsUpdate

https://github.com/jdhitsolutions/PSGalleryReport

https://github.com/jdhitsolutions/PSWorkItem

https://discord.gg/pdq

https://gist.github.com/jdhitsolutions/36f16e9b2d89353cfa93edc8e4b5b3c3

Breaking Down Barriers in PowerShell and Management with Kevin Cefalu Dec 04, 2023

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we engage in a dynamic discussion with Kevin Cefalu. Kevin shares managerial insights, valuable lessons from the Summit, and the workings of Azure Durable Functions. The conversation shifts to the power of Pair Programming and Call for Presentations (CFP) and how this involved Andrew. We explore the usage of the .vscode folder and Plaster for workspace customization and conclude with Kevin's intriguing thoughts on AI applications. A powerful blend of knowledge, experience, and technology.

Guest Bio and links:
In the heart of southern Louisiana, a DevOps Engineering Manager masters the arts of C#.NET and PowerShell, wielding over a decade of experience with a Microsoft Azure wizard's touch. Away from the techno-tangle, he's a 3D printing enthusiast, gamer, and project tinkerer, often joined by his wife Linsay, daughter Olivia, and their pups Ajax and Callie. His world is a vibrant mix of tech mastery, playful hobbies, and joyful family moments.

Watch The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CrUWrUKtCw

https://discord.gg/pdq

Podcast Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/dJXs31pAd3

https://blog.ironmansoftware.com/powershell-universal-apis-cve/

https://devblogs.microsoft.com/powershell/powershell-7-4-general-availability/

https://sid-500.com/2023/11/14/powershell-search-for-empty-folders-and-delete-them/

https://mdgrs.hashnode.dev/speeding-up-powershell-module-development-with-restartablesession

https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/VSTeam/7.2.0

PowerShell Summit & More: A Chat with James Petty Nov 27, 2023

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In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we were joined by Microsoft MVP and PowerShell.org CEO James Petty. We dove into the core of what PowerShell.org brings to the community and James' instrumental role in driving this platform forward. James shared insightful details about the future of the eagerly awaited PowerShell Summit, highlighting the significant and welcome changes in store for next year. The conversation also hailed his latest literary creation, 'Learn PowerShell Scripting in a Month of Lunches,' as we explored the evolution in content and approach compared to its predecessor. Adding to this rich mix were James' anecdotes from his time as a professor teaching PowerShell at a college, providing a truly riveting podcast that celebrates the wide-reaching influence of PowerShell.

Guest Bio and links:
James currently holds the position of Director of Information Technology at TextRequest. He is a four-time awardee of the Microsoft MVP award. In a dedicated capacity, he also assumes the role of volunteer CEO at DevOps Collective INC, a non-profit organization operating within technology education. The organization's primary focus revolves around PowerShell, automation, and DevOps. It has garnered recognition for providing an array of free online resources, notably PowerShell.org.

In the literary domain, James is the lead author of two published works: "Learn PowerShell in a Month of Lunches," now in its fourth edition, and "Learn PowerShell Scripting in a Month of Lunches," in its second edition. Manning proudly publishes both of these insightful publications.

At the core of James's passion lies automation, where he adeptly wields tools like PowerShell, Azure, and all facets of Windows Server environments. His prowess in this domain has been honed over more than a decade of service as an infrastructure administrator, catering to businesses spanning a diverse range of sizes.
James has woven his life in the tranquil environs outside Chattanooga, Tennessee, where he resides with his cherished wife, daughters, two dogs, and two cats.

Links:
Watch The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cv1OFjC62EU

Podcast Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/dJXs31pAd3

State of SysAdmin Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZSFVZ22

https://twitter.com/ManningMEAP/status/1719007617622679622?

https://www.powershellsummit.org/

https://powershell.org/free-resources/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-petty-m-s-75672b42/

https://twitter.com/PSJamesP

https://www.manning.com/books/learn-powershell-in-a-month-of-lunches

https://www.manning.com/books/learn-powershell-scripting-in-a-month-of-lunches-second-edition