Overview
This lecture introduces PowerShell 101, outlining the book's purpose, target audience, lab environment, and the author's background in scripting and automation.
About This Book
- The book aims to help IT professionals learn PowerShell efficiently, focusing on real-world production environments.
- Content includes tips, tricks, and best practices gained from years of PowerShell experience.
- Each chapter provides curated links to official help articles to deepen understanding.
Who Is This Book For?
- Intended for anyone interested in learning or improving PowerShell skills, from beginners to experienced users.
- Primarily focuses on Windows PowerShell 5.1 on Windows 11 and Windows Server 2022 in Active Directory environments.
- Core concepts are relevant to all supported PowerShell versions on any platform.
Lab Environment
- Examples were developed and tested on Windows 11 and Windows Server 2022 using Windows PowerShell 5.1.
- Results may vary if using different operating systems or PowerShell versions.
About the Author
- Mike F. Robbins is a former Microsoft MVP and the lead technical writer for Azure PowerShell at Microsoft.
- He is a recognized expert in scripting, automation, and efficiency with several published PowerShell books.
- Robbins shares his expertise through books, blogs, and social media.
Key Terms & Definitions
- PowerShell — A cross-platform command-line shell and scripting language for task automation and configuration management.
- IT Pro — Information Technology Professional, a person responsible for managing and maintaining computer systems.
- Active Directory — A Microsoft directory service for Windows domain networks.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Review the PowerShell 101 book introduction and consider exploring related help articles linked in each chapter.
- Prepare a lab environment, ideally Windows 11 or Windows Server 2022 with PowerShell 5.1, for practice.
- Optional: Follow the author’s blog or social media for ongoing tips and updates.