Review Windows PowerShell

Intermediate
Administrator
Azure
Microsoft Entra ID
Azure Cloud Shell
Azure PowerShell
Microsoft 365

This module introduces you to Windows PowerShell and its versions. It discusses commonly used host applications. It explains how to use Microsoft Visual Studio Code (VS Code) to develop PowerShell scripts.

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this module, the learner will be able to:

  • Describe Windows PowerShell and its major versions.

  • Identify the common Windows PowerShell hosting applications.

  • Describe points to consider when using PowerShell.

  • Explain how to configure the Windows PowerShell console host.

  • Explain how to configure the Windows PowerShell ISE host.

  • Describe how to use VS Code for PowerShell scripting.

Prerequisites

  • Familiarity with Windows networking technologies and implementation.

  • Familiarity with Windows Server administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.