Introduction:
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Welcome and Overview
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Brief introduction to PowerShell
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Importance of automation in administration
Objectives:
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Understand the fundamentals of PowerShell
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Learn to automate common administrative tasks
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Gain proficiency in scripting and automation techniques
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Apply PowerShell for system management and configuration
Target Audience:
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System Administrators
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IT Professionals
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Network Administrators
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Anyone interested in automating administrative tasks
Outlines:
Day 1:
PowerShell Fundamentals
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Introduction to PowerShell
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PowerShell syntax and basic commands
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Working with variables and data types
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Control flow and logic in PowerShell
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Introduction to functions and modules
Day 2:
Scripting and Automation Basics
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Writing basic scripts
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Error handling and debugging
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Introduction to PowerShell remoting
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Automating file and folder operations
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Managing Active Directory with PowerShell
Day 3:
Advanced Scripting Techniques
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Working with PowerShell providers
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Advanced functions and parameters
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PowerShell workflows
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Scheduled tasks and job automation
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Introduction to Desired State Configuration (DSC)
Day 4:
Managing Systems with PowerShell
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Working with Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI)
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PowerShell and Windows Registry
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Automating software installations
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Monitoring and logging with PowerShell
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Introduction to PowerShell Gallery
Day 5:
Real-world Automation Scenarios
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Case studies and real-world scenarios
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Best practices for PowerShell automation
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Q&A and troubleshooting session
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Final project: Design and implement a comprehensive automation script
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Peer review and feedback
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Closing remarks and certification distribution
