I'm trying to get a handle on the basics of PowerShell, and I'm looking for some quick and effective ways to learn it. Any recommendations or resources that could help me get started?
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Google really is a great starting point! You can find tons of tutorials and guides that are beginner-friendly.
A great way to learn is by writing simple scripts. Start with something like a script that takes a user input and searches a folder for matching files. It's a practical way to apply what you're learning.
I recommend the book 'PowerShell in a Month of Lunches'. It’s a solid introduction, especially if you're okay with getting an eBook version!
Check out this YouTube playlist that covers the essentials: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2j0_s2VJe2hzQuQyn6yfMS2olhhs4UnQ. Then you might want to look at the Learn PowerShell Archives at Tech Thoughts for structured content.
Try installing VSCode and creating a GitHub account. Get GitHub Copilot set up too! Think of a simple task you want to achieve with PowerShell, and let Copilot assist you in writing the code. This helps you learn by fixing any mistakes it makes.
Also, there's a great site called Learn X in Y Minutes that has a quick overview of PowerShell. Here's the link: https://learnxinyminutes.com/powershell. Great for getting the gist without diving too deep right away!
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