The PowerShell Podcast

In this special episode of the PowerShell Podcast, recorded at PowerShell Saturday NC, we sit down with Rafael Garcia and Kevin O'Connor to discuss their experiences at the conference. They share their key takeaways, favorite sessions, and the excitement of connecting with the PowerShell community in person. We also chat with Ryan Park, diving into his background, his favorite talks from the event, and tips he has for PowerShell enthusiasts. Along the way, we explore some fun stories and personal insights from each guest, giving listeners a well-rounded view of the event and what makes PowerShell Saturday NC special. Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the conference, with plenty of learning and laughter to go around!   Guest Bio and links:   Rafael Garcia - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafael-garcia-066b20185/ Ryan Park - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-park-09b25b160/ Kevin O'Connor - https://www.linkedin.com/in/koconnor0/ PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/ PowerShell Pro Tips - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K95ovoMh170    

Frank Lesniak, an IT professional passionate about cross-platform PowerShell, discusses its growth since 2018 and unique use cases across multiple platforms. Neha Patil, a computer science pro and first-time speaker, introduces Mailozaurr, a tool for automating stylish email communications directly from PowerShell. They also delve into advancements in error handling and AI integration, and emphasize the importance of community in enhancing PowerShell skills. Discover how these innovations are simplifying workflows and fostering collaboration!

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, I sit down with Blake Cherry to discuss the Redfish Protocol and its impact on simplifying data center hardware management, drawing insights from his talk at PowerShell Saturday, NC. We explore how Redfish is reshaping IT systems at scale. I also speak with Danny Stutz, who dives into the intersection of PowerShell and Data Science, covering topics like AI, data analysis, and K-means clustering, all applied to real-world use cases using PowerShell. Whether you're managing hardware or looking to integrate advanced data science techniques into your scripts, this episode has something for everyone!   Guest Bio and links: Blake Cherry - Senior Consultant in Enterprise Technology at West Monroe www.linkedin.com/in/blake-cherry-333053148 https://github.com/Blakelishly/PowerShellRedfishTools https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmQTIRQjl8U&pp=ygUbc3dvcmRmaXNoIHBvd2Vyc2hlbGwgc3VtbWl0   Danny Stutz - Cybersecurity & Enterprise Technology Architect at West Monroe https://x.com/danny_stutz https://github.com/danstutz https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-stutz/   https://discord.gg/pdq https://x.com/andrewplatech https://linkedin.com/in/andrewplatech PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/ PowerShell Pro Tips - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K95ovoMh170  

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we welcome back the "bestsest in the midwestest" Drew McClellan, who shares his recent promotion from Jr. Sysadmin to SysAdmin II. Drew talks about how he uses PowerShell in his daily role, tackling new software implementations and projects, and his approach to continuous learning. We also dive into how the OnRamp experience at PowerShell Summit helped prepare him. As a bonus, Drew, a chef for 10 years, dishes out some recipe recommendations to Andrew! Links:  https://discord.gg/pdq https://github.com/vexx32/PSKoans https://clatent.com/2024/09/simple-tip-for-github-copilot/ https://jeffbrown.tech/powershell-advanced-functions https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=justin-grote.powershell-extension-pack PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/ PowerShell Pro Tips - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K95ovoMh170  

On this episode of The PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Shaun Lawrie to discuss terminal user interfaces (TUIs) and his work on the PWSHSpectreConsole project. Shaun shares insights into the world of TUIs, offers valuable career advice, and talks about his journey in tech. Tune in for practical tips and an in-depth look at what it takes to thrive in the PowerShell ecosystem. Guest Bio and links: Shaun Lawrie is an IT professional from Wellington, New Zealand, with a passion for automating his jobs away. He's worked in QA, development, site reliability, and delivery with some of the largest web platforms in New Zealand over the last ten years. He's currently the Platform Engineering Lead at PartsTrader Markets Limited leading a team responsible for improving delivery processes, maintaining quality, and automating all of the things. Resource links: https://youtu.be/PwRCpTXI5o0?si=dZ8mXIBO78E7ARnj https://github.com/ShaunLawrie/PresentingGamingPowerShellForFunAndProfit https://pwshspectreconsole.com/guides/upgrading-to-v2/ https://shaunlawrie.com/ https://github.com/ShaunLawrie/Presentations/tree/main/2024-09-12-PwshSpectreConsole https://github.com/ShaunLawrie/PwshPaint https://github.com/StartAutomating/HelpOut https://x.com/shaun_lawrie PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/ PowerShell Pro Tips - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K95ovoMh170 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlHDD2o6l7E  

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Micah Shonyo to explore his inspiring journey into PowerShell, from his early days learning the language to his current projects. We dive into the story behind his Microsoft Cluster Management module, discussing what motivated him to create it and how it helps sysadmins. Micah also shares how learning PowerShell opened the door for him to start using C#, blending scripting with development to elevate his technical skills. We wrap up the conversation with insights into his career goals and aspirations for the future. Guest Bio and links: Micah is a sysadmin who loves PowerShell. He spends his days drinking Dr. Pepper, making modules, and automating any issue that comes across his plate.   PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/ PowerShell Pro Tips - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K95ovoMh170 https://office365itpros.com/2024/09/03/tojsonstring-method https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZebaHiPikI https://discord.gg/pdq https://github.com/SaintSatan69/MS-Cluster https://github.com/SaintSatan69/MicahShell  

Justin Grote, a Datacenter Solutions Architect and Microsoft MVP, dives into the world of PowerShell and its modern advancements. He discusses the impressive features of the Spectre.Console library for creating terminal user interfaces. Justin introduces his innovative PowerShell modules, highlighting their benefits. The conversation shifts to PowerShell 7.5, revealing crucial performance improvements and new functionalities. Lastly, he emphasizes the importance of speed in automation and shares tips for writing cleaner, reusable code.

Join Adam Driscoll, the creator of PowerShell Universal and a former Cloud MVP, as he shares his insights on the platform's exciting upcoming features. Discover how he balances multiple projects while nurturing creativity and maintaining work-life harmony, including his training for triathlons. Adam also discusses the integration of PowerShell with Blazor for enhanced UI and user-centric development. Plus, he shares practical tips for aspiring IT professionals and the importance of community support in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

Bradley Wyatt, a 5x Microsoft MVP and popular blogger, dives into his journey from college dropout to a key figure in the PowerShell community. He explains the importance of efficiency through automation and reflects on the balance between hands-on experience and formal education. The conversation highlights blogging as a vital tool for professional growth and community engagement. Bradley also shares insights on using AI in DevOps and the significance of personal learning in evolving IT careers, all while advocating for simplicity in automation strategies.

Phil Bossman, a newly minted Microsoft MVP and Cloud Architect, shares his passion for the PowerShell community and event log automation. He highlights the excitement surrounding PowerShell Saturday NC, emphasizing local engagement and diverse speakers. Phil delves into practical strategies for harnessing event logs with WMI for automation, as well as the importance of community support for beginners in PowerShell. His inspiring journey showcases the power of collaboration and dedication in enhancing both individual and community skills.