This course empowers IT administrators to automate routine and complex tasks using PowerShell. It begins with an introduction to installing software remotely on multiple computers, followed by a hands-on approach to developing PowerShell scripts that handle end-to-end software installation processes. As you progress, you'll dive into essential PowerShell automation concepts, learning how to manipulate taskbar settings, automate system logging, and manage CSV file operations effectively.
PowerShell for Automating Administration
PowerShell for Automating Administration
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
Recommended experience
6 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Develop a file purge and archive mechanism from scratch.
Utilize important skills for Windows Server Administration.
Comprehend the concepts of Windows PowerShell scripting.
Examine and write your own automation scripts for complex scenarios with ease.
Skills you'll gain
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September 2024
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Taught in English
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There are 9 modules in this course
In this module, we will explore the fundamental aspects of PowerShell and learn how to use it for installing software on multiple remote computers. We will cover basic to advanced scripting techniques to automate the installation process efficiently.
What's included
2 videos1 reading
In this module, we will dive into automation concepts using PowerShell. We will learn how to hide the date and time on the taskbar and use the PowerShell Logging module to automate system and application validation processes.
What's included
2 videos
In this module, we will handle CSV files using PowerShell. We will perform a range of operations on CSV data, enabling efficient data manipulation and processing directly from PowerShell scripts.
What's included
1 video1 assignment
In this module, we will learn to manage Windows services with PowerShell. We'll explore essential commandlets and develop scripts for automating the planned restart of services across multiple servers.
What's included
4 videos
In this module, we will introduce the project and its objectives. We will examine the directory and file structure and understand the role of the XML configuration file in setting up the project parameters.
What's included
3 videos
In this module, we will guide you through the lab setup process. We will deploy resources and validation scripts in the cloud, ensuring you are well-prepared to execute and test your PowerShell scripts in a controlled environment.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will cover server validation scripts. We will provide an overview and discuss the various functions used in validation, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of their roles and implementations.
What's included
4 videos
In this module, we will focus on report consolidation and code enhancement. We will explain the consolidation process, implement the script, and demonstrate how to enhance code with logging modules for better tracking and debugging.
What's included
3 videos
In this module, we will discuss the productionization of the application validation tool. We will make necessary code changes for centralized script execution, prepare the automation scripts, and demonstrate remote execution from a terminal server.
What's included
3 videos2 assignments
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