If you’ve been to the SAPIEN blog, hopefully you’ve noticed the simple poll: “Are you using PowerShell in a production environment?” Right now 75% of respondents are using PowerShell today to manage their network. I’m curious about the other 25%. I’m not passing judgement but am genuinely interested why an organization is NOT using PowerShell. Here are some reasons I can think of.
Category: Windows PowerShell
Managing Active Directory with Windows PowerShell – IN PRINT!
Yes, its finally true. You can finally get your hands on Managing Active Directory with Windows PowerShell: TFM. The book is being printed so you can get your copy today. You can order it today at ScriptingOutpost.com in both print and ebook format. Or if you prefer the best of both worlds get both as a bundle.
PowerShell Hurdles
In my recent interview on the PowerScripting Podcast, one of the excellent questions was “What are the 5 misconceptions or hurdles people have when they start learning PowerShell?” I thought the question merited a longer reply, and of course these are my opinions.
PowerScripting Podcast Interview
I finally make the big leagues and get interviewed by Hal and Jonathon Walz. You can check it out at the PowerScripting site. I was afraid my Ironman comment would come back to haunt me 🙂 But seriously, I had a great time and I hope you find it informative. Of course there’s more to […]
Techmentor NYC 2008 Demos and Slides
I’ve posted a few zip files with my slides and demos from Techmentor NYC. You’ll find the files in the Essentials section of ScriptingAnswers.com. Click here to get them. Some of these sessions will be done again at Techmentor Las Vegas next month, plus a whole lot more.
I am Ironman
I’m afraid a dangerous precedent has been set last night on the PowerScripting Podcast. I had a great time with Hal and Jonathon but there was a super hero question and I’m afraid I’ve started something I won’t be able to control.
PowerScripting Podcast
At long last I’m going to make my PowerScripting Podcast this week. Naturally we’ll be talking about Active Directory, PowerShell and whatever else Jon and Hal can get out of me. If you have any AD or PowerShell questions for me, you’re encouraged to submit them ahead of time by sending an email to feedback@powerscripting.net […]
Techmentor NYC Wrap Up
Sorry you didn’t make it to the Big Apple for the last Techmentor conference. It was a small and intimate show which I always like because it is easier to talk with attendees and answer questions. Plus your odds are increased for all the freebies, include free books!
Here’s a taste of what you missed.
Get-OtherDate
PowerShell’s [DATETIME] object has some handy methods for calculating a date such as AddDays(). Let me show you how as well as my own function for those situations where PowerShell’s methods just aren’t enough.
Techmentor NYC
I’ve been getting things ready for my next Techmentor appearance. This one is practically in my back yard. I’ll be in NYC on Monday and Tuesday next week.
