The PowerShell Podcast

PowerShell Pioneer: A Deep Dive with Microsoft PM Jason Helmick

Sep 25, 2023

Microsoft PM Jason Helmick, a celebrated PowerShell team member, takes us on a nostalgic journey through the early days of PowerShell, shares about his major career shift to Microsoft, and introduces us to rising star Crescendo. We also get clued into the game-changing Azure Cloud Shell on a deep dive into the universe of PowerShell.

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Quick takeaways

PS Readline is a valuable tool for enhancing the PowerShell experience and making it more user-friendly for Windows and Linux users.

The announcement and development of DSC (Desired State Configuration) has had a significant impact on Windows management and configuration, with ongoing efforts to revitalize its development.

Active community involvement, through bug bashes and the PowerShell Community Call, plays a crucial role in driving improvement and collaboration within the PowerShell ecosystem.

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PowerShell Podcast and PowerShell Community

The podcast episode focuses on the PowerShell Podcast and its aim to provide insights and information about PowerShell and the PowerShell community. The hosts, Jordan Hammond and Andrew Claw, discuss their passion for PowerShell and the importance of working together to improve the community. They highlight the value of sharing knowledge and experiences, helping each other in problem-solving, and fostering a sense of belonging within the PowerShell community.

Introduction

2min

The Positive Impact of the PowerShell Community

12min

PowerShell Pre-Conference Session at Spice World

19min

Overview of Azure Cloud Shell

6min

PowerShell: Evolution, Education, and Automation

22min

Lessons Learned and Advice for Younger Self

5min

Favorite Modules and Community Contributions

3min

Expressions of gratitude, guest introduction, and contact information

2min

On the latest episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Microsoft's very own Jason Helmick, a celebrated PM on the PowerShell team. Jason takes us on a nostalgic journey through the early days of PowerShell while also recounting his critically acclaimed MVA series with Jeffrey Snover. We hear about his major career shift transitioning to Microsoft and delve into his active involvement in the PowerShell community. Unearthing more PowerShell gems, Jason introduces us to the rising star, Crescendo, and enlightens us about the PSCommunity Call. Not to be missed, we also get clued into the game-changing Azure Cloud Shell. Buckle up for a deep dive into the universe of PowerShell with one of its pioneers, Jason Helmick, on the PowerShell Podcast!

Bio: Jason is a Program Manager on the PowerShell team at Microsoft. He focuses on all things PowerShell, including Predictive IntelliSense, Crescendo, DSC and PlatyPS. One favorite pastime is working with the rapidly growing PowerShell community.

Links and resources:

See The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrHJE3jeWLM

https://devblogs.microsoft.com/powershell/powershell-adapter-feedback-provider/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axUQPJX7LMw&pp=ygUfc3RldmVuIGJ1Y2hlciBwb3dlcnNoZWxsIHN1bW1pdA%3D%3D

https://aka.ms/JoinPSCall

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVUd9_k9C6A

https://devblogs.microsoft.com/commandline/the-azure-cloud-shell-connector-in-windows-terminal/

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