Learn PowerShell Toolmaking in a Month of Lunches

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Packed with hands-on labs, this guide is the ideal way to learn PowerShell scripting and toolmaking. Dedicate just one hour a day—perfect for lunchtime—to each self-contained lesson. You'll quickly grasp core scripting concepts while developing four practical tools. Each chapter incrementally enhances functionality, covering custom formatting, error handling, parameterized input, input validation, help files, and more. You don’t need to be a software developer to create PowerShell tools; this book empowers PowerShell users to become proficient toolmakers. It features an easy-to-follow structure, focusing on practical examples that build upon one another. The purchase of the print version includes a free PDF, ePub, and Kindle eBook from Manning, along with access to all code from the book. No programming experience is necessary, though familiarity with PowerShell as a command-line interface is beneficial. The authors, Don Jones and Jeffery Hicks, are recognized PowerShell MVPs and seasoned trainers, having coauthored several acclaimed titles in the field. This resource is designed to guide you through the essentials of PowerShell toolmaking efficiently and effectively.