The PowerShell Podcast

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we bring you a special treat—an exclusive roundtable discussion with the PMs behind PowerShell and its related projects. Hear about how the team's goal of improving the lives of people working in operations and on operations tasks. Join us as we meet the PM team: Danny Maertens, Sydney Smith, Michael Greene, Damien Caro, Jason Helmick, and Steven Bucher. Each PM takes a turn sharing their areas of interest and excitement for the coming year, giving listeners a sneak peek into the future of PowerShell. Whether it's advancements in automation, SSH improvements, or upcoming projects, this episode offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at the vision and passion driving PowerShell forward. Don't miss this insightful conversation with the PMs who make it all happen!

Links:

https://github.com/PowerShell/Announcements/issues

https://aka.ms/JoinPSCall

https://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell-RFC/tree/master/CommunityCall

https://devblogs.microsoft.com/powershell/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6Wjk1FOIxA

https://github.com/PowerShell/Win32-OpenSSH

https://github.com/PowerShell/openssh-portable

https://github.com/PowerShell/vscode-powershell

https://devblogs.microsoft.com/powershell/announcing-the-release-of-get-whatsnew/

Install-Module -Name Microsoft.PowerShell.WhatsNew

https://twitter.com/sydneysmithreal

https://twitter.com/migreene

https://twitter.com/dcaro

https://twitter.com/theJasonHelmick

https://twitter.com/StevenBucher13

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Microsoft MVP Mike Kanakos to explore his journey transitioning from an engineer to a manager. Mike candidly shares the valuable lessons learned, from navigating newfound responsibilities to embracing a mentoring role. We delve into the pivotal role community involvement played in his managerial growth, touching on how insights from successful teams and best practices informed his approach. The discussion also unveils exciting changes ahead for the Research Triangle PowerShell User Group, which Mike leads. As a bonus, we get an insider's look into Mike's favorite PowerShell modules. Join us for an insightful conversation packed with lessons, community impact, and a sneak peek into the evolving PowerShell landscape.

Guest Bio and links:

Mike Kanakos is a three-time Microsoft MVP award recipient and currently manages the Foundational Services and Automation team at Align Technology, the company behind Invisalign braces. He leads a team that develops automation tools for Azure AD, Active Directory, and Single Sign-On, with the goal of automating processes and eliminating tedious tasks for various teams.

In addition to being a Microsoft MVP, He also leads the Research Triangle PowerShell Users Group and serves as the Director of Community Engagement for PowerShell.org. He shares his expertise on PowerShell, Cloud services, and automation through his blog www.commandline.ninja. In his spare time, he fumbles through maintaining a home assistant setup at home.

Watch the PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6HY3lnEkG0

https://practical365.com/using-github-copilot-to-upgrade-powershell-scripts-to-the-microsoft-graph-powershell-sdk/

https://practicalsecurityanalytics.com/credential-harvesting-with-powershell-and-specterinsight/

https://www.commandline.ninja/

https://rtpsug.com

https://www.youtube.com/c/RTPSUG

https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/ImportExcel/7.0.1

https://github.com/PowerShell/SecretManagement

https://github.com/dfinke/NameIT

In this special episode of the PowerShell Podcast, the hosts are joined by the esteemed Chrissy LeMaire, a double Microsoft MVP and GitHub star as we bid a fond farewell to Jordan. Chrissy's wealth of expertise in the PowerShell, GitHub, and AI realms adds a unique perspective to the discussion. We talk about creating personalized chatbots with ChatGPT, uses for AI. Chrissy shares news about her upcoming AI book and the life-changing moment that got her to embrace AI. All that, and more! Don't miss this insightful conversation with a true powerhouse in the tech community.

Guest Bio and links:

Vaguely French Developer in Europe, PS & SQL MVP, inaugural GitHub Star, got a master's degree in Systems Engineering. She’s also certified in SQL Server, Linux, SharePoint and network security.

See The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRNnCycIo3M

https://blog.netnerds.net/2023/10/chatgpt-vs-code-theme/

https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=potatoqualitee.blog-gpt

https://github.com/FriedrichWeinmann/ADLDSMF

https://discord.gg/pdq

https://github.com/potatoqualitee

https://www.manning.com/books/learn-dbatools-in-a-month-of-lunches

https://psconf.eu/

https://privacy.openai.com/

https://github.com/potatoqualitee/finetuna

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPax-xJLej8

https://www.amazon.com/Am-Code-Artificial-Intelligence-Speaks/dp/0316560065

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, featuring guest Sam Erde, we delve into a myriad of topics starting with Andrew's successful acceptance of his talk at PowerShell Summit. The episode unfolds with a spotlight on community resources. Sam Erde, our esteemed guest, shares insights into his blogging journey and his contributions to open-source projects, with a particular focus on the Locksmith module designed to uncover misconfigurations in ADCS Certificate Services. Sam also provides his unique perspective on leveraging PowerShell for various tasks. The hosts engage in a discussion about the community ethos, underscoring the importance of creating more value than capturing, and Sam shares personal experiences that have shaped his approach to community involvement. Tune in for an episode packed with valuable insights, community highlights, and the power of PowerShell in action.

Sam Erde is a senior yak shaver and semi-professional squirrel hunter with 20+ years of experience in IT. His preferred species of yak speaks PowerShell and the squirrels are most often found huddled around Microsoft bird feeders. Much of his career has had a strong focus on Active Directory, GPOs, Exchange Server, and Microsoft 365; however, it would not be complete without an equally strong focus on coffee, puns, Oxford commas, and cybersecurity. Sam's mission is to help IT teams grow towards operational maturity around these platforms. This includes a focus on culture, technical growth, and identifying not just as systems administrators, engineers, or analysts--but as infosec professionals who may happen to work in operations. He is incredibly grateful for everything the community has taught him and hopes to contribute back at least as much as he has learned from this amazing group of people.

Watch The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HEhXQE3GNw

https://github.com/DanGough/PoshCVE

https://powershellisfun.com/2023/11/23/using-a-specific-powershell-profile-for-a-console-session-windows-terminal-powershell-ise-or-visual-studio-code/

https://discord.gg/pdq

https://day3bits.com/

https://github.com/SamErde/PowerShell-Pre-Workout

https://github.com/trimarcJake/Locksmith

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yt_oIEq1wA

https://github.com/PoshCode/PowerShellPracticeAndStyle

https://github.com/cunninghamp

https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/ORCA/2.8.0

https://github.com/EvotecIT/GPOZaurr

https://github.com/TrimarcJake/BlueTuxedo

https://github.com/techspence/ScriptSentry

https://twitter.com/SamErde

https://linktr.ee/SamErde

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, guest Jeff Hicks leads a dynamic discussion on the power of hands-on learning with PowerShell and the numerous benefits of learning by doing. Jeff challenges the community with a scripting challenge, encouraging active participation. The episode also features a showcase of some outstanding community blogs, including topics like PowerShell performance testing, web scraping, and module development. Jeff shares insights into his own remarkable modules, and the hosts delve into noteworthy community projects. Don't miss Jeff's scripting challenge and be sure to check out the community blogs and links discussed in this episode!

Guest Bio and links:

Jeffery Hicks is an IT veteran with more than 30 years of experience, much of it as an IT infrastructure consultant specializing in Microsoft server technologies with an emphasis on automation and efficiency. He is a multi-year recipient of the Microsoft MVP Award. He works today as an independent author, teacher, and consultant. Jeff has taught and presented on PowerShell and the benefits of automation to IT Pros worldwide. He has authored, co-authored, and edited several books, writes for numerous online sites and print publications, is a Pluralsight author, and is a frequent speaker at technology conferences and user groups. 

Links:

Watch the PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lV5RXZPiM_0

https://jeffhicks.substack.com/p/ask-jeff-ab8 

https://devdojo.com/hcritter/powershell-perfomance-test-get-the-maximum

https://blog.griff.systems/published/2023/getting_download_links_from_webpages/

https://www.gofundme.com/f/please-help-save-our-hone

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JTnEydEPnM

https://jdhitsolutions.github.io/

https://leanpub.com/psprimer 

https://github.com/PowerShell/GraphicalTools/ 

https://github.com/mgajda83/PSWindowsUpdate 

https://github.com/jdhitsolutions/PSGalleryReport

https://github.com/jdhitsolutions/PSWorkItem

https://discord.gg/pdq

https://gist.github.com/jdhitsolutions/36f16e9b2d89353cfa93edc8e4b5b3c3

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we engage in a dynamic discussion with Kevin Cefalu. Kevin shares managerial insights, valuable lessons from the Summit, and the workings of Azure Durable Functions. The conversation shifts to the power of Pair Programming and Call for Presentations (CFP) and how this involved Andrew. We explore the usage of the .vscode folder and Plaster for workspace customization and conclude with Kevin's intriguing thoughts on AI applications. A powerful blend of knowledge, experience, and technology.

Guest Bio and links: 

Watch The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CrUWrUKtCw

https://discord.gg/pdq

Podcast Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/dJXs31pAd3

https://blog.ironmansoftware.com/powershell-universal-apis-cve/

https://devblogs.microsoft.com/powershell/powershell-7-4-general-availability/

https://sid-500.com/2023/11/14/powershell-search-for-empty-folders-and-delete-them/

https://mdgrs.hashnode.dev/speeding-up-powershell-module-development-with-restartablesession

https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/VSTeam/7.2.0

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we were joined by Microsoft MVP and PowerShell.org CEO James Petty. We dove into the core of what PowerShell.org brings to the community and James' instrumental role in driving this platform forward. James shared insightful details about the future of the eagerly awaited PowerShell Summit, highlighting the significant and welcome changes in store for next year. The conversation also hailed his latest literary creation, 'Learn PowerShell Scripting in a Month of Lunches,' as we explored the evolution in content and approach compared to its predecessor. Adding to this rich mix were James' anecdotes from his time as a professor teaching PowerShell at a college, providing a truly riveting podcast that celebrates the wide-reaching influence of PowerShell.

Guest Bio and links: 

In the literary domain, James is the lead author of two published works: "Learn PowerShell in a Month of Lunches," now in its fourth edition, and "Learn PowerShell Scripting in a Month of Lunches," in its second edition. Manning proudly publishes both of these insightful publications.

At the core of James's passion lies automation, where he adeptly wields tools like PowerShell, Azure, and all facets of Windows Server environments. His prowess in this domain has been honed over more than a decade of service as an infrastructure administrator, catering to businesses spanning a diverse range of sizes.

Links:

Podcast Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/dJXs31pAd3

State of SysAdmin Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZSFVZ22

https://twitter.com/ManningMEAP/status/1719007617622679622?

https://www.powershellsummit.org/

https://powershell.org/free-resources/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-petty-m-s-75672b42/

https://twitter.com/PSJamesP

https://www.manning.com/books/learn-powershell-in-a-month-of-lunches

https://www.manning.com/books/learn-powershell-scripting-in-a-month-of-lunches-second-edition

In this special gratitude-filled episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we take time to appreciate the wonderful world of PowerShell - where tech and community coalesce. We highlight some splendid community projects, highlighting their large impacts and innovative approaches. As we recall our podcast journey, we revel in a nostalgic look back while also envisioning a powerful future. From personal anecdotes revealing how PowerShell has shaped our tech lives to a thought-provoking expose on error handling, the episode is a wholesome tableau of learning, reflection, and connection. It's a delightful mix of the cerebral and the personal - with plenty to be thankful for!

Guest Bio and links: 

Meet Andrew, aka 'The Script Specter', and Jordan, known to his fans as 'The Command Crusader'. Together, they form the dynamic duo of PowerShell, turning ordinary coding scenarios into extraordinary feats of tech heroism.

Watch The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XX_OxcNESKg 

Podcast Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/dJXs31pAd3

State of SysAdmin Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZSFVZ22

https://discord.gg/pdq

https://psframework.org/documentation/documents/psframework/runspace-workflows.html

https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/PSFramework

https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/MailPolicyExplainer/1.3.0

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/module/microsoft.powershell.core/about/about_try_catch_finally?view=powershell-7.3

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we had Emil Larsson join us! We had a healthy amount of community blogs in this episode, with lots of great conversation all throughout. We discussed how helpful contributing to PowerShell docs can be. We learned about Emil's evolution with PowerShell and how the industry has changed in his 10+ years of experience. Emil and Andrew revisited their early IT days of grappling with upgrades from Windows XP to Windows 7, making all of us a bit nostalgic. We also had a fair bit of discussion around what the PowerShell community is all about.

Guest Bio and links: 

Emil is an IAM specialist who loves PowerShell. He has 10 years of experience in IAM solutions with strong focus on AD and PowerShell. He shares his IAM and automation insights through his blog.

See the PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gr4vOOrH-mI

https://www.ehmiiz.se/blog/ps_msgraph_mail/

https://www.ehmiiz.se/blog/ps_docs_contributions/

https://github.com/michaeltlombardi/getting-github

https://github.com/vexx32/PSKoans

https://www.ehmiiz.se/blog/ps_adcs_certinstall/

https://pipe.how/new-hashtable/

https://bjompen.com/#/posts/certifications

https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/DSACL/0.2.0

https://www.ehmiiz.se/blog/ps_fast_password_retrieving/

https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/z/1.1.9

https://www.ehmiiz.se/blog/ps_z_mod/

https://www.sapien.com/books_training/Self-Paced-Training

https://twitter.com/ehmiiz

https://github.com/ehmiiz/PSHangMan

https://infosec.exchange/@ehmiiz

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we had an enlightening conversation with Merill Fernando, a Principal Product Manager on Microsoft's Entra team. Our discussion unveiled an in-depth look at Microsoft Entra, providing listeners with tips and tricks. Merill generously shared his journey in becoming a PM, emphasizing the pivotal role of learning and sharing knowledge within our tech community. We also delved into the emerging importance of transitioning from the AzureAD module towards a more streamlined approach using Graph. Not to miss, Merill spotlighted his widely acclaimed tools such as [akasearch.net](http://akasearch.net), idPowerToys, and entra. news, and more, opening up an array of exciting possibilities for our listeners. Join us as we explore these topics and a whole lot more in yet another riveting session of the PowerShell Podcast.

Guest Bio and links: 

Watch the PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jpKRd-ocbH0

State of SysAdmin 2024:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZSFVZ22

https://discord.gg/pdq

https://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell/releases/tag/v7.3.9

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/scripting/whats-new/what-s-new-in-powershell-74?view=powershell-7.3

https://idpowertoys.com

https://aadinternals.com/

https://github.com/orgs/msgraph/discussions

https://aka.ms/graphsamples

https://graphpowershell.merill.net/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4QdFdALlA0&pp=ygUcbXJlaWxsIGdyYXBoIHRpcHMgYW5kIHRyaWNrcw%3D%3D

https://aka.ms/graphpowershell

https://akasearch.net/

https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/MSAL.PS/4.37.0.0