The PowerShell Podcast

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Mark Go, a PowerShell enthusiast and innovator, to discuss his exciting journey from the Navy to becoming a tech-savvy system administrator. Mark shares his experiences using PowerShell to make his work life better. Key topics in this episode include: Mark’s journey from a Navy corpsman to a PowerShell expert, including his first breakthrough script for managing IoT medical devices. Using PowerShell to explore and tinker with IoT devices, Raspberry Pi projects, and microcontrollers. The power of community connections, networking, and starting a PowerShell user group. Lessons learned from Lean Six Sigma and how continuous process improvement ties into PowerShell. Favorite PowerShell modules, including PSReadLine, PSDiscoveryProtocol, and KBUpdate, and how they make daily tasks more efficient. Bio and Links: Mark Go is a PowerShell enthusiast, IT professional, and former Navy corpsman with a passion for automation and innovation.  Discover more tools and resources at PowerShell Wednesdays, hosted weekly at 2 PM EST in the PDQ Discord community: discord.gg/pdq https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-go-0439791b7/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewplatech/ https://github.com/lahell/PSDiscoveryProtocol  The PowerShell Podcast: https://pdq.com/the-powershell-podcast The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/85L3OApF3a8

In this episode of the #PowerShell Podcast, we continue our deep dive with Fred Weinmann, a Microsoftie and PowerShell legend, as he shares more insights and tools that redefine productivity for PowerShell enthusiasts. Picking up where we left off in the last episode, Fred takes us through his journey of mastering PowerShell, collaborating with the community, and optimizing workflows with powerful custom modules. Key topics in this episode include: Fred’s Learning Journey: The value of collaboration in projects like dbatools and the evolution of his development practices. PowerShell Package Management Simplified: Exploring Fred’s toolkit for unifying and streamlining PowerShellGet and PSResourceGet, including tools for offline environments and multi-machine deployments. The Importance of Workflow Optimization: Fred shares his philosophy on making the console your home and configuring it to eliminate unnecessary pain points. Fred’s Advanced Tools: Fred takes us step-by-step through his projects Fred also emphasizes the importance of adopting best practices, learning from community contributions, and continuously optimizing your tools to make PowerShell work for you. Join PowerShell Wednesdays at 2 PM EST for community discussions and learning. Bio: Fred Weinmann is a seasoned Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft and a renowned PowerShell expert with years of experience designing and implementing scalable solutions. A prolific creator, Fred has developed key tools like PSFramework, PSModuleDevelopment, PSUtil, and PSFramework.Nuget, which empowers developers and IT professionals to optimize their workflows. Passionate about technology and problem-solving, Fred’s innovative approach to PowerShell module development and his commitment to community-driven open-source projects have made him a respected figure in the PowerShell community. Resource links: https://github.com/FriedrichWeinmann https://discord.gg/pdq https://aka.ms/psdiscord PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/ The PowerShell Podcast: https://pdq.com/the-powershell-podcast  The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IcRVwrNNY2g    

In a lively discussion, Fred Weinmann, a seasoned Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft and PowerShell luminary, delves into essential module development techniques. He discusses the evolution of tools like PSFramework and unique strategies for structuring modules. Fred shares insights into overcoming challenges in offline deployments and emphasizes the thrill of automating documentation and integrating AI in development. He also reflects on the joys of focusing on technical problem-solving over management roles, urging IT professionals to engage with the community.

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, Andrew catches up with returning guest Adam Bacon. Adam shares an update on his career and shares how PowerShell has played a huge role in helping him accomplish his dream.  Guest Bio and links:  Adam Bacon has over 24 years of IT experience, 13 of which with PowerShell. He can be found writing on one of his blogs, adding code to one of his 80+ projects on GitHub, speaking about PowerShell, and more.   https://adam-bacon.netlify.app/ PowerShell Wednesdays: https://discord.gg/pdq The PowerShell Podcast: https://pdq.com/the-powershell-podcast The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HgDCzoNcir4  

Gautam Sheth, a Microsoft 365 Dev MVP and developer at Staffbase, shares his expertise on PnP PowerShell updates and M365 development. He talks about automating SharePoint and the significance of Microsoft Graph in modern IT workflows. Gautam also explores the rise of AI, particularly GitHub Copilot, enhancing developer productivity. He recounts a challenging user migration experience and emphasizes the importance of curiosity in mastering technologies like PowerShell. This engaging discussion is packed with actionable insights for both novice and experienced developers.

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we sit down with Microsoft MVP Evgenij Smirnov to explore his incredible journey from working as a forklift driver to becoming a PowerShell and security expert. We dive into his insights on certificates, security best practices, and the importance of identity in modern IT. Evgenij also shares his experiences with cross-platform PowerShell, highlights from his recent talks, and the value of community events like PowerShell Saturday. Along the way, we discuss his unique career path, his passion for the PowerShell community, and tips for those looking to grow in IT. Guest Bio and links:  Evgenij has been working with computers since the age of 5 and delivering IT solutions for over 25 years. His Active Directory and Exchange background naturally led to PowerShell, of which he's been an avid user and proponent since its first release. Evgenij is an active community leader at home in Berlin, a leading contributor to the German self-help forums, and an experienced user group and conference speaker. He is a Cloud and Datacenter Management MVP since 2020. He is the author of "Building Modern Active Directory", released by Apress in 2024. https://discord.gg/pdq https://sqlsaturday.com/2025-03-08-sqlsaturday1102/ Call for Speakers Link - https://sessionize.com/sql-saturday-atlanta-2025-ai-and-bi https://docs.tamemycerts.com/ https://github.com/Sleepw4lker/TameMyCerts https://it-pro-berlin.de/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/evgenijsmirnov/ https://x.com/cj_berlin https://bsky.app/profile/cj-berlin.bsky.social https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/979-8-8688-0941-5 https://sessionize.com/evgenij-smirnov/ PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/ The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G2U1-AxTldA    

Gilbert Sanchez, a Staff Software Development Engineer at Tesla with a passion for PowerShell, joins the conversation. He shares insights on PSScriptAnalyzer and its powerful use of Abstract Syntax Tree (AST) for improving code quality. Listeners are treated to a live demo on how to effectively analyze scripts. Gilbert also distributes festive PowerShell gifts—exciting modules everyone can try. The discussion touches on tackling technical debt, sustainable coding practices, and the importance of community collaboration in the PowerShell ecosystem.

Miriam Wiesner, a Senior Security Research Program Manager at Microsoft with over 15 years of IT and cybersecurity experience, dives into identity hygiene and the nuances of the Graph API. She discusses the significance of script block logging and the benefits of Kusto in security analytics. Balancing a demanding career with parenthood, Miriam opens up about the emotional challenges of returning to work and juggling family responsibilities. She emphasizes the importance of proactive security measures and self-advocacy in tech, aiming for a healthier work-life balance.

In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, we welcome back Sean Wheeler, Lead Documentarian at Microsoft for PowerShell, to catch up on the latest developments in the PowerShell ecosystem. Sean dives into the updates with PSResourceGet, the powerful enhancements in PowerShell 7.5, and the groundbreaking potential of the AI Shell project, designed to transform command-line experiences with artificial intelligence. We also get a recap of Sean’s experience at SpiceWorld, highlighting community insights and key takeaways from the event. Packed with expert tips and exciting news, this episode is a must-listen for PowerShell enthusiasts and IT pros alike! Guest Bio and links:  Sean Wheeler is the lead documentarian for PowerShell at Microsoft. For over 25 years at Microsoft, he's delivered many workshops on scripting, debugging, and advanced troubleshooting. Using scripting, he's created tools to help customers collect and analyze data used to troubleshoot and optimize their environments. State of Sysadmin 2025 - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/33F373L https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/utility-modules/aishell/aishell-overview https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/gallery/powershellget/psresourceget-release-notes?view=powershellget-3.x https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/gallery/powershellget/supported-repositories?view=powershellget-3.x https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/scripting/whats-new/what-s-new-in-powershell-75?view=powershell-7.4 https://mikefrobbins.github.io/psdocs-how-to/ https://github.com/PowerShell/Community-Blog https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/PSStyle Sean's blog and links to socials - https://sdwheeler.github.io/seanonit/ PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/ Listen to the PowerShell Podcast: https://powershellpodcast.podbean.com/  

In this episode, we turn the tables and interview Andrew Pla. We explore Andrew's back story, find out how he got started in IT, and discover where his love of PowerShell comes from. We also discuss his journey from community member to advocate to PowerShell MVP. Get to know Andrew Pla! Guest Bio and links: Andrew Pla is the host of the PowerShell Podcast, Microsoft Powershell MVP, and Community Manager at PDQ. Andrew has an extensive IT background and expertise in PowerShell. He loves interacting with the community, mentoring, and spreading the good word about PowerShell. Website: https://andrewpla.tech Socials: @AndrewPlaTech Blog from Fred about our mentorship: https://allthingspowershell.blogspot.com/2018/12/the-roi-of-teaching-others.html?q=andrew+pla First PowerShell Summit blog post: https://andrewpla.tech/personal/powershell%20summit/2018/04/22/PowerShell-Summit-=-Expectations-Exceeded/ https://allthingspowershell.blogspot.com/2018/12/the-roi-of-teaching-others.html?q=andrew+pla https://andrewpla.tech/personal/powershell%20summit/2018/04/22/PowerShell-Summit-=-Expectations-Exceeded/ PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/ Listen to the PowerShell Podcast: https://powershellpodcast.podbean.com/