Category Archives: Professional

Understanding PowerShell Background Jobs

Last night I spoke to the CNY .NET Developers Group about background jobs in Windows PowerShell. Even though the audience was primarily developers, I discussed jobs from an administrator’s perspective, that is, using cmdlets. The job feature in PowerShell 2.0 … Continue reading

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My TrainSignal Interview

During TechEd in New Orleans this year, I had an opportunity to sit down with some great people from TrainSignal. We had a great chat on PowerShell, why it matters and why you should take the time to learn it. … Continue reading

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PowerShell Background Jobs at CNY Developer Group

I will be presenting a talk on PowerShell background jobs at the September meeting of the CNY Developer Group on September 8, 2010 at 6:00PM. The group meets at the New Horizons office in DeWitt, NY. I hope you’ll consider … Continue reading

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MVP #4

I’m happy to report that I am yet again a Microsoft MVP for Windows PowerShell, now for my 4th year in a row. Dear Jeffrey Hicks, Congratulations! We are pleased to present you with the 2010 Microsoft® MVP Award! This … Continue reading

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Promoting Scripting and PowerShell

Last week I was interviewed on the Mind of Root podcast about what administrators can do to promote PowerShell and automation in their environments. The show is now available for streaming or download. I still think your best approach is … Continue reading

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