Getting Started with Powershell - Running you first code

Welcome to the "Getting Started with PowerShell" video series, designed to teach you the fundamentals of PowerShell and help you build a solid foundation in this powerful tool.

In this first video, we will cover the basics of PowerShell, including what it is, why it's important, and how to get started with it. You'll learn how to install PowerShell, navigate its interface, and use basic commands to perform simple tasks. We'll also explore the differences between PowerShell 5 and PowerShell 7 and help you choose the right version for your needs.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced IT professional, this series is for you. We'll cover a wide range of topics, including scripting, automation, advanced functions, and more. By the end of this series, you'll have a strong understanding of PowerShell and how to use it to streamline your work and boost your productivity.

So join us for this exciting journey into the world of PowerShell. Be sure to subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future videos in this series. Let's get started!

PowerShell 5 is the version of PowerShell that was released with Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016, while PowerShell 7 is a cross-platform version of PowerShell that can run on Windows, Linux, and macOS. PowerShell 7 includes new features and improvements over PowerShell 5, including enhanced performance, new language features, and compatibility with more modules.

The best way to get started with PowerShell is to first learn the basics of the language, such as how to use cmdlets, variables, and control structures. You can then start exploring more advanced topics such as scripting, functions, and modules.

[masterperov]

Thank you! It's very interesting, keep going.

[patrick__]

Thanks for the content! Definitely want some more!

[nikobitan]

Something that frustrates me about a lot of these tutorials is that they never address all the warnings about untrusted publishers and execution policies. I don't want to globally let Powershell run any script that appears from anywhere just because I want to run my own little scripts.
To anyone dealing with that: press ctrl+shift+P inside VS, type "session", select "Powershell:Show Session Menu" and select the newer version of Powershell (whose execution policy doesn't require signatures by default).