The PowerShell Podcast

Behind the Code: Adam Driscoll on PowerShell Universal and Work-Life Balance

Sep 9, 2024

Join Adam Driscoll, the creator of PowerShell Universal and a former Cloud MVP, as he shares his insights on the platform's exciting upcoming features. Discover how he balances multiple projects while nurturing creativity and maintaining work-life harmony, including his training for triathlons. Adam also discusses the integration of PowerShell with Blazor for enhanced UI and user-centric development. Plus, he shares practical tips for aspiring IT professionals and the importance of community support in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

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Quick takeaways

Adam Driscoll reveals exciting upcoming features in PowerShell Universal, enhancing its capabilities for scripting and web applications.

The importance of work-life balance is emphasized as Adam shares his strategies for managing multiple projects effectively and creatively.

Future aspirations for PowerShell Universal include improved modularity and a community-driven gallery for easier access to user-contributed modules.

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AI in Security

A recent development in the security landscape involves a resource that analyzes discussions around artificial intelligence from notable events, including Bsides Las Vegas and Black Hat. This resource provides a condensed overview, helping listeners keep informed without spending extensive time on research. This discussion highlights the growing influence of AI within security practices and makes it easier for professionals to stay current with trends and innovations in the field. Such resources are especially useful for those who want to keep up but have limited time.

Intro

3min

PowerShell Universal: A Journey of Innovation

15min

Enhancing PowerShell with Blazor and User-Centric Development

14min

Finding Balance: The Intersection of Business and Personal Life

2min

Navigating Coding Challenges and Work-Life Balance

15min

Practical Tips for Aspiring IT Professionals

2min

Exploring Hobbies and Community in PowerShell

2min

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we’re joined by the brilliant Adam Driscoll, the creator of PowerShell Universal. Adam shares exciting insights into the upcoming features and improvements in PowerShell Universal, giving us a sneak peek into what’s on the horizon.

We also discuss work-life balance and how Adam manages to juggle his many projects while staying grounded. He opens up about his approach to tackling new projects, the importance of time management, and maintaining creativity in the ever-evolving world of tech.

Guest Bio and links:

Adam Driscoll is the owner of Ironman Software, LLC and a former 10x Cloud and Datacenter MVP. He develops popular tools for PowerShell and is active in the PowerShell community in pretty much every way you can think of. Adam is an avid blogger, published author, has recorded several high scores on the golf course, and is a triathlete.

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