Enhancing PowerShell with .NET and Spectre Console

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This chapter explores the latest features of the Spectre Console library for creating terminal user interfaces in C#, including a new live preview feature that aids integration with projects. The discussion highlights how .NET not only supports multiple programming languages but also enhances PowerShell's functionality through its libraries and frameworks. Additionally, it addresses the integration of languages like F# and introduces binary modules, emphasizing the significance of static typing and effective coding practices in PowerShell development.

In this episode, we chat with Justin Grote about his work with PwshSpectreConsole and the power of TUIs in PowerShell scripting. Justin takes us through his impressive collection of PowerShell modules—ModulePath, GallerySync, and ModuleFast—and how they enhance the PowerShell experience. We also explore the advantages of .NET's Common Language Runtime (CLR) in PowerShell, using Spectre.Console as a prime example. Finally, Justin shares his thoughts on transitioning from Windows PowerShell to PowerShell 7 and the performance and feature benefits that come with the upgrade.

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Justin Grote is a Datacenter Solutions Architect, Open-Source Developer, and Microsoft MVP. Justin has built his professional career leveraging PowerShell to solve and automate interesting business problems. Unfortunately, he can't PowerShell his dog to be less aggressive on his face licks.

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