Learn PowerShell Scripting in a Month of Lunches

PowerShell is a scripting language and an administrative shell that enables users to control and manage Windows, Azure, and SharePoint, as well as build reusable tools and utilities. It offers a crash course in PowerShell Scripting, hands-on examples, and real-world practices for developers and administrators.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 352 pages
\n Publication date: 08 December 2017
\n Publisher: Manning Publications
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PowerShell is a versatile tool that serves as both a scripting language and an administrative shell, empowering users to exert control and manage nearly every facet of the Windows ecosystem, ranging from Azure to SharePoint. Moreover, it serves as an excellent platform for developing reusable tools and utilities that streamline everyday administration, enhancing efficiency and convenience.

Within its pages, readers delve into the distinctions between scripting and command-line PowerShell, exploring practical hands-on examples. This comprehensive book incorporates and expands upon many of the techniques covered in "Learn PowerShell Toolmaking in a Month of Lunches."

Key features of this book include:

A comprehensive crash course in PowerShell Scripting: Delve into the fundamentals of PowerShell scripting, covering topics such as variables, loops, functions, and more.

Hands-on examples: Engage with real-world scenarios and practical exercises to reinforce your understanding and apply the knowledge gained.

Real-world practices: Learn PowerShell techniques that are widely used in development and administration environments.

Written for developers and administrators who are comfortable with PowerShell as a command-line interface and have a solid foundation in Windows administration.

PowerShell possesses a remarkable ability to create highly reusable, context-independent tools, often referred to as commands. While a command may not be inherently useful on its own, PowerShell's design facilitates the seamless "snapping" of commands together to form powerful workflows.

By leveraging the power of PowerShell, developers and administrators can streamline their tasks, automate repetitive processes, and enhance overall productivity. Whether you are a seasoned PowerShell user or just starting your journey, this book provides valuable insights and practical techniques to help you unlock the full potential of this versatile tool.

\n Weight: 590g\n
Dimension: 187 x 236 x 18 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781617295096\n \n