This Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting specialisation includes the latest tools such as PowerShell 7 pipeline parallelization, Windows 11 Terminal, and Windows Server 2022. Start by building practical PowerShell scripts that help you manage day-to-day tasks, and then see how take advantage of more advanced features.
Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting Specialization
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Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting Specialization
Guide to Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting. Decipher PowerShell code and automate administrative tasks with minimal effort
Instructor: Pearson
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Beginner level
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1 month at 5 hours a week
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level
Recommended experience
1 month at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Decipher PowerShell syntax and work with PowerShell cmdlets.
Enhance your PowerShell scripts, automate scripts, and interact with Active Directory.
Create and format reports, import data into charts, establish remote sessions, build GUI, and use advanced features like pipeline chain operators.
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Taught in English
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July 2025
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Specialization - 3 course series
What you'll learn
Master the basics of PowerShell, including its interface and syntax.
Gain confidence in troubleshooting and error handling.
Understand and utilize cmdlets, objects, and variables effectively.
Develop foundational skills for creating and managing PowerShell scripts.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Scripting
Category: Windows PowerShell
Category: Command-Line Interface
Category: IT Automation
Category: Microsoft Windows
Category: Scripting Languages
What you'll learn
Master the fundamentals of PowerShell scripting, including script creation and function development.
Enhance script functionality with advanced concepts like variable management and loop creation.
Automate script execution and generate alerts to streamline network monitoring.
Apply best practices in PowerShell scripting for efficient and effective automation.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Scripting
Category: Windows PowerShell
Category: Software Documentation
Category: IT Automation
Category: Network Administration
Category: Network Monitoring
Category: OS Process Management
Category: Event Monitoring
Category: Scripting Languages
What you'll learn
Develop and manage PowerShell scripts for remote server management and Active Directory tasks.
Create custom reports and graphical charts for data analysis and presentation.
Build intuitive GUI interfaces with dropdowns, buttons, and text boxes.
Leverage the latest features of PowerShell 7 for enhanced scripting capabilities.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Active Directory
Category: Windows PowerShell
Category: Remote Access Systems
Category: Server Administration
Category: User Accounts
Category: Scripting
Category: Windows Servers
Category: User Interface (UI)
Category: Data Import/Export
Category: HTML and CSS
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