Pearson
Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting Specialization
Pearson

Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting Specialization

Guide to Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting. Decipher PowerShell code and automate administrative tasks with minimal effort

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1 month at 5 hours a week
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Beginner level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule
1 month at 5 hours a week
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers

Overview

  • Decipher PowerShell syntax and work with PowerShell cmdlets.

  • Enhance your PowerShell scripts, automate scripts, and interact with Active Directory.

  • Create and format reports, import data into charts, establish remote sessions, build GUI, and use advanced features like pipeline chain operators.

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July 2025

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • Master the basics of PowerShell, including its interface and syntax.

  • Gain confidence in troubleshooting and error handling.

  • Understand and utilize cmdlets, objects, and variables effectively.

  • Develop foundational skills for creating and managing PowerShell scripts.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Windows PowerShell
Category: Scripting
Category: Scripting Languages
Category: IT Automation
Category: Microsoft Windows
Category: Command-Line Interface
Category: Technical Support

What you'll learn

  • Master the fundamentals of PowerShell scripting, including script creation and function development.

  • Enhance script functionality with advanced concepts like variable management and loop creation.

  • Automate script execution and generate alerts to streamline network monitoring.

  • Apply best practices in PowerShell scripting for efficient and effective automation.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Scripting
Category: Windows PowerShell
Category: Network Monitoring
Category: Event Monitoring
Category: Network Performance Management
Category: IT Automation
Category: System Monitoring

What you'll learn

  • Develop and manage PowerShell scripts for remote server management and Active Directory tasks.

  • Create custom reports and graphical charts for data analysis and presentation.

  • Build intuitive GUI interfaces with dropdowns, buttons, and text boxes.

  • Leverage the latest features of PowerShell 7 for enhanced scripting capabilities.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Windows PowerShell
Category: Active Directory
Category: Remote Access Systems
Category: Server Administration
Category: User Accounts
Category: Scripting
Category: Data Import/Export
Category: Network Administration
Category: HTML and CSS
Category: Microsoft Servers
Category: Windows Servers
Category: User Interface (UI)
Category: Systems Administration

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