Course Outline
Module 1: Creating Advanced Functions for Government
This module explains how to parameterize a command into an advanced function for government use.
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
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
- Supporting -WhatIf and -Confirm
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Convert a command into an advanced function for government use.
- Create a script module.
- 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.
Module 2: Using Microsoft .NET Framework and REST API in Windows PowerShell for Government
This module explains how to use Microsoft .NET Framework and REST API to supplement functionality that Windows PowerShell commands provide for government applications.
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 applications.
Module 3: Writing Controller Scripts for Government
This module explains how to combine advanced functions that perform a specific task and a controller script that provides a user interface or automates a business process for government operations.
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 operations.
- 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 for government applications.
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 applications.
- Handle errors and timeouts in a script for government operations.
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 format for government applications.
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 applications.
- Read, manipulate, and write JSON-formatted data for government applications.
- Read and manipulate custom-formatted data for government operations.
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 those files to servers, and monitor server configurations. This module also explains how to restrict administrative access with Just Enough Administration (JEA) for 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 Desired State Configuration for government operations.
- Create and deploy a DSC configuration for government servers.
- Implement Just Enough Administration (JEA) for government applications.
Module 7: Analyzing and Debugging Scripts for Government
This module explains how to use native Windows PowerShell features to analyze and debug existing scripts for 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 applications.
- Analyze and debug an existing script for government operations.
Module 8: Understanding Windows PowerShell Workflow for Government
This module explains the features of the Windows PowerShell Workflow technology for government use.
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 applications.
Requirements
In addition to their professional experience, participants who attend this training should already 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 use.
- Experience using Windows PowerShell to run commands and create basic non-modularized scripts for government tasks.
Participants who attend this training can meet the prerequisites by acquiring equivalent knowledge and skills through practical experience as a Windows System Administrator in a government setting. Course 10961: Automating Administration with Windows PowerShell is strongly recommended to obtain prerequisite skills in Windows PowerShell, particularly for government applications.
