Course Outline
Module 1: Creating Advanced Functions for Government
This module provides an overview of how to parameterize a command into an advanced function, enhancing its capabilities for use in government operations.
Lessons
- Converting a Command into an Advanced Function
- Creating a Script Module
- Defining Parameter Attributes and Input Validation
- Writing Functions that Accept Pipeline Input
- Producing Complex Pipeline Output
- Documenting Functions Using Comment-Based Help
- Supporting -WhatIf and -Confirm Parameters
Lab: Converting a Command into an Advanced Function
- Converting a Command into an Advanced Function
Lab: Creating a Script Module
- Creating a Script Module
Lab: Defining Parameter Attributes and Input Validation
- Defining Parameter Attributes and Input Validation
Lab: Writing Functions that Accept Pipeline Input
- Writing Functions that Accept Pipeline Input
Lab: Producing Complex Pipeline Output
- Producing Complex Pipeline Output
Lab: Documenting Functions Using Comment-Based Help
- Documenting Functions Using Comment-Based Help
Lab: Supporting -WhatIf and -Confirm Parameters
- Supporting -WhatIf and -Confirm Parameters
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Convert a command into an advanced function.
- Create a script module for government use.
- Define parameter attributes and input validation.
- Write functions that accept pipeline input.
- Produce complex pipeline output.
- Document functions using comment-based help.
- Support -WhatIf and -Confirm parameters.
Module 2: Using Microsoft .NET Framework and REST API in Windows PowerShell for Government
This module explains how to leverage the Microsoft .NET Framework and REST API to supplement the functionality provided by Windows PowerShell commands, enhancing capabilities for government operations.
Lessons
- Using Microsoft .NET Framework in Windows PowerShell
- Using REST API in Windows PowerShell
Lab: Using Microsoft .NET Framework in Windows PowerShell
- Using Microsoft .NET Framework in Windows PowerShell
Lab: Using REST API in Windows PowerShell
- Using REST API in Windows PowerShell
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Use Microsoft .NET Framework in Windows PowerShell for government applications.
- Use REST API in Windows PowerShell for government operations.
Module 3: Writing Controller Scripts for Government
This module explains how to combine advanced functions that perform specific tasks with controller scripts that provide a user interface or automate business processes, tailored for government use.
Lessons
- Introducing Controller Scripts
- Writing Controller Scripts That Display a User Interface
- Writing Controller Scripts That Produce Reports
Lab: Writing Controller Scripts
- Writing Controller Scripts That Display a User Interface
- Writing Controller Scripts That Implement a Text-Based Menu
Lab: Writing Controller Scripts That Produce HTML Reports
- Writing Functions to Be Used in the Controller Script
- Writing a Controller Script That Produces HTML Reports
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe controller scripts for government use.
- Write controller scripts that display a user interface.
- Write controller scripts that produce reports.
Module 4: Handling Script Errors for Government
This module explains how to perform basic error handling in scripts, ensuring robust and reliable script execution for government operations.
Lessons
- Understanding Error Handling
- Handling Errors and Timeouts in a Script
Lab: Handling Errors in a Script
- Handling Errors in a Script
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe error handling for government scripts.
- Handle errors and timeouts in a script for government use.
Module 5: Using XML, JSON, and Custom-Formatted Data for Government
This module explains how to read, manipulate, and write data in XML and JSON formats, as well as custom-formatted data, enhancing data management capabilities for government operations.
Lessons
- Reading, Manipulating, and Writing XML-Formatted Data
- Reading, Manipulating, and Writing JSON-Formatted Data
- Reading and Manipulating Custom-Formatted Data
Lab: Reading, Manipulating, and Writing XML-Formatted Data
- Testing the Provided Tools
- Updating an XML Inventory Document
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Read, manipulate, and write XML-formatted data for government use.
- Read, manipulate, and write JSON-formatted data for government operations.
- Read and manipulate custom-formatted data for government applications.
Module 6: Enhancing Server Management with Desired State Configuration and Just Enough Administration for Government
This module explains how to write Desired State Configuration (DSC) configuration files, deploy them to servers, and monitor server configurations. It also covers how to restrict administrative access using Just Enough Administration (JEA), enhancing security and efficiency in government operations.
Lessons
- Understanding Desired State Configuration
- Creating and Deploying a DSC Configuration
- Implementing Just Enough Administration
Lab: Creating and Deploying a DSC Configuration
- Creating and Deploying a DSC Configuration
Lab: Configuring and Using JEA
- Configuring and Using JEA
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Understand DSC for government use.
- Create and deploy a DSC configuration for government operations.
- Implement JEA for enhanced security in government environments.
Module 7: Analyzing and Debugging Scripts for Government
This module explains how to use native Windows PowerShell features to analyze and debug existing scripts, ensuring reliability and efficiency in government operations.
Lessons
- Debugging in Windows PowerShell
- Analyzing and Debugging an Existing Script
Lab: Analyzing and Debugging an Existing Script
- Analyzing and Debugging an Existing Script
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Debug in Windows PowerShell for government scripts.
- Analyze and debug an existing script for government use.
Module 8: Understanding Windows PowerShell Workflow for Government
This module explains the features of the Windows PowerShell Workflow technology, enhancing automation capabilities for government operations.
Lessons
- Understanding Windows PowerShell Workflow
Lab: Creating and Running a Windows PowerShell Workflow
- Creating and Running a Windows PowerShell Workflow
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe and implement the Workflow feature of Windows PowerShell for government use.
Requirements
In addition to their professional experience, students attending this training should possess the following technical knowledge:
- Experience with Windows networking technologies and implementation for government environments.
- Experience with Windows Server administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting for government systems.
- Experience with Windows Client administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting for government operations.
- Experience using Windows PowerShell to execute commands and create basic non-modularized scripts for government tasks.
Students can meet these prerequisites by acquiring equivalent knowledge and skills through practical experience as a Windows System Administrator in government settings. Course 10961: Automating Administration with Windows PowerShell is strongly recommended to develop the necessary skills in Windows PowerShell for government use.
