Course Overview
The PowerShell 5.0 and Desired State Configuration course is designed to provide IT professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to automate and manage their Windows environments using PowerShell 5.0 and Desired State Configuration (DSC). This comprehensive course covers the fundamentals of PowerShell scripting, including cmdlets, pipelines, and error handling, as well as advanced features such as modules, remote management, and automation workflows. Participants will learn how to write and execute scripts to automate routine tasks, manage system configurations, and deploy software consistently across multiple servers. The course also delves into Desired State Configuration, teaching attendees how to define configuration scripts, create DSC resources, and apply configurations to ensure that systems remain in a desired state. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the expertise to leverage PowerShell 5.0 and DSC to streamline administrative tasks, enhance system reliability, and improve operational efficiency in their IT environments.
Target Audiance
- The eager IT professional seeking to master PowerShell 5.0 and Desired State Configuration for enhanced automation capabilities.
- The proactive IT manager embracing PowerShell 5.0 and Desired State Configuration to empower their team with automation solutions.
- The aspiring cybersecurity analyst delving into PowerShell 5.0 and Desired State Configuration for bolstering system security and compliance.
- The aspiring cybersecurity analyst delving into PowerShell 5.0 and Desired State Configuration for bolstering system security and compliance.
Schedule Dates
PowerShell 5.0 and Desired State Configuration
PowerShell 5.0 and Desired State Configuration
PowerShell 5.0 and Desired State Configuration
PowerShell 5.0 and Desired State Configuration
Course Content
- Overview of Windows PowerShell
- PowerShell Editions and Versions
- Running PowerShell
- Managing Local Script Execution
- Managing Remote Execution Capabilities of Windows PowerShell
- Managing Remote Execution Capabilities of PowerShell Core
- Language Mode
- Windows PowerShell DSC
- Just Enough Administration (JEA)
- Windows PowerShell Auditing and Logging
- Windows PowerShell-Based Attacks
- Windows PowerShell-Based Security Tools
- Summary of Windows PowerShell Security-Related Technologies
- Implement Windows PowerShell Logging by Using DSC
- Carry Out a Windows PowerShell-Based Exploit
- Implement Just Enough Administration
FAQs
PowerShell 5.0 is a powerful scripting language and command-line shell developed by Microsoft for task automation and configuration management. It comes with enhanced features such as classes, modules, and improved security.
Desired State Configuration is a feature in PowerShell that allows you to define and maintain the desired state of your systems. It enables declarative configuration management, ensuring consistency and reliability across your infrastructure.
Participants should have a basic understanding of PowerShell scripting and fundamental concepts of Windows operating system administration. Familiarity with scripting languages and system administration principles would be beneficial.
This course will equip you with advanced PowerShell scripting skills and proficiency in Desired State Configuration, which are highly sought after in Dubai’s IT industry. You’ll be able to automate tasks, manage configurations efficiently, and enhance the productivity of IT operations.
PowerShell and Desired State Configuration are widely used across various industries in Dubai, including finance, healthcare, government, and technology. Any sector that relies on Windows-based infrastructure can benefit from these technologies.