Course Description

Course Overview

The Windows PowerShell Scripting and Toolmaking course is an in-depth program designed to equip IT professionals with the skills to automate repetitive tasks and create custom tools using Windows PowerShell. PowerShell is a powerful scripting language and command-line shell developed by Microsoft for automating administrative tasks in Windows environments. This course focuses on teaching participants how to write efficient and effective PowerShell scripts, leverage scripting constructs, and create reusable tools to streamline their workflow and enhance productivity.

Prerequisites

This course is designed for IT professionals with a basic understanding of Windows operating systems and command-line interfaces. Participants should have some experience with PowerShell basics, including cmdlets, variables, and simple scripting concepts.

Methodology

The Windows PowerShell Scripting and Toolmaking course follows a hands-on and practical approach. The course includes theoretical lectures, interactive demonstrations, hands-on labs, and real-world scenarios. Instructors will provide guidance on PowerShell scripting techniques, and participants will actively engage in writing scripts and creating custom tools.

• Course Outline
• Introduction to PowerShell Scripting
• Overview of PowerShell scripting and its applications in IT administration
• Understanding the PowerShell scripting language, cmdlets, and objects
• Setting up the PowerShell environment and scripting environment
• Basic PowerShell Scripting Concepts
• Working with variables, arrays, and data types in PowerShell
• Using loops, conditional statements, and functions in scripts
• Scripting best practices for readability and maintainability
• Automating Administrative Tasks with PowerShell
• Scripting common administrative tasks, such as file management and user management
• Using PowerShell modules and pre-built cmdlets to automate tasks
• Leveraging PowerShell remoting to manage remote systems
• Scripting for Error Handling and Reporting
• Implementing error handling and debugging techniques in PowerShell scripts
• Creating custom error messages and logging mechanisms
• Generating reports and output formats for data analysis
• Creating PowerShell Tools and Functions
• Building custom PowerShell functions for repetitive tasks
• Combining functions to create advanced toolsets
• Distributing and sharing PowerShell tools within the organization

Outcome

By the end of the Windows PowerShell Scripting and Toolmaking course, participants will be able to:

• Write efficient and effective PowerShell scripts to automate administrative tasks.
• Utilize PowerShell modules and cmdlets for streamlined scripting.
• Implement error handling and debugging techniques for robust scripts.
• Create custom PowerShell functions and tools for increased productivity.
• Share and distribute PowerShell tools within their organization.

Labs

• Writing Basic PowerShell Scripts: Participants will create simple scripts to perform administrative tasks.
• Automating Tasks with PowerShell Modules: Participants will leverage PowerShell modules to automate specific tasks.
• Error Handling and Debugging: Participants will practice implementing error handling and debugging in their scripts.
• Creating Custom PowerShell Functions: Participants will create custom functions for repetitive tasks.
• Building a PowerShell Tool: Participants will combine functions to create a custom PowerShell tool.