PowerShell is one of the most in-demand automation tools for IT professionals, system administrators, and DevOps engineers. As organizations increasingly rely on automation to improve efficiency and reduce errors, PowerShell skills are essential for managing Windows environments and streamlining workflows. Industry trends show strong job growth in IT operations and DevOps roles, with salaries ranging from $85,000–$120,000 for positions requiring scripting and automation expertise. By adding AI-assisted development skills, you can position yourself for future-ready roles in tech.
This PowerShell course prepares you to confidently automate IT tasks using PowerShell and leverage AI tools like ChatGPT for faster script generation and debugging. Through a structured curriculum, you will progress from foundational scripting to advanced automation techniques, culminating in a capstone project that simulates real-world system administration scenarios.
Upon successfully completing this PowerShell training, you will possess a professional portfolio of scripts and practical experience that enhances your employability in IT support, system administration, and DevOps roles.
Instructor(s):Stephen Withrow
Stephen has over 30 years of experience in training, development, and consulting in a variety of technology areas including Python, Java, C, C++, XML, JavaScript, Tomcat, JBoss, Oracle, and DB2. His background includes design and implementation of business solutions on client/server, Web, and enterprise platforms. Stephen has a degree in Computer Science and Physics from Florida State University.
Bruce Gordon
Bruce has been a Microsoft Certified Trainer since 1995. He has taught Microsoft Official Curriculum (MOC) courses on ASP.NET, ADO.NET, XML Web Services, Windows Forms, WPF, Silverlight, SharePoint, SQL, and many other Microsoft technologies. Bruce is also deeply involved in creating custom courses and courseware. His most recent projects include creating several PowerShell and SharePoint titles. Over the years, Bruce has also developed numerous courses and materials designed to help students prepare for Microsoft certification exams
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course must be taken on a PC. Mac or Chromebook OS are not compatible.
Software Requirements:
- Access to a Windows Environment (A Windows 10/11 computer or virtual lab with administrative rights. Installing PowerShell 7 and Visual Studio Code with the PowerShell extension is recommended)
- PC: Windows 10 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Word Online
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
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Lesson 1
- Introduction to PowerShell
- Windows PowerShell vs. PowerShell Core
- PowerShell Uses
- Commands and Cmdlets
- PowerShell Hosts and VS Code Extension
- Help System and Documentation
- Basic Operations
- Advanced Operations
- Files and Directories
- Modules and Packages
- PowerShell Automation
- Assisted PowerShell Development
- Overview of AI and Large Language Models
- ChatGPT Use Cases for Developers
- Writing PowerShell Scripts with ChatGPT
- Explaining Complex Scripts Using AI
- AI Debugging Support and Prompt Strategies
- Real-World AI Use Cases in PowerShell
- PowerShell System Administration Toolkit Project
- Apply Skills to Create a Toolkit of PowerShell Scripts
- Manage Users, Services, Logs, Network Information
- Automate Scheduled Jobs
- Produce a Professional Script Portfolio and Documentation
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