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How and when to create and use PowerShell modules

PowerShell modules allow you to combine multiple scripts to simplify code management. Learn step-by-step instructions for creating and using these modules.
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Best Practices for PowerShell Script Version Control, Part 1

Use semantic versioning (X.Y.Z) so version numbers are meaningful, not arbitrary. Patch updates should fix bugs or improve logic/performance without changing visible behavior. Minor and major updates ...
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Using GitHub Copilot to accelerate PowerShell scripting

GitHub Copilot has evolved from an autocomplete novelty into a capable, chat-assisted development partner that can accelerate day-to-day scripting for IT professionals. For PowerShell administrators, ...
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Microsoft Security Best Practice: Clean Up Active Directory Accounts with PowerShell

Why use third-party security tools for Active Directory account cleanups when the ubiquitous PowerShell serves just as well? In a presentation of Microsoft security best practices, 21-time Microsoft ...
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PowerShell backup scripts: What are 3 essential best practices?

Although Windows PowerShell is not a backup tool per se, it can be used to create data backups. In fact, there are several PowerShell backup scripts available for download. For those who may be ...
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Best Practices for PowerShell Script Version Control, Part 2

Keep each script version focused on a single change type (patches for fixes, minors for features, majors for breaking changes). Retain all prior versions and never modify an existing release; copy to ...