Blogs, Articles, and Posts

• PowerShell: How to reverse a String
  In this post, I will show how to reverse a string, i.e., how to change it from back to front.
• Install Nerdfonts using PowerShell
  Yes, I’m a nerd, and nerds like to use NerdFonts :-) In this small blog post, I will show you how you can use the NerdFonts PowerShell module from Ryan L McIntyre.
• Getting started with the PowerShell script installer for Win32 apps
  This week is all about the recently introduced functionality to use PowerShell scripts for installing and uninstalling Win32 apps.
• Intune Documentation as Code
  Configure and export Intune documentation automatically, converting JSON files to Markdown. All made possible with PowerShell scripts, and GitHub Actions.
• Set up an Ubuntu 24.04 LTS VM in VirtualBox using PowerShell
  I needed a fresh Ubuntu VM in VirtualBox this weekend so I figured I can take this opportunity to refresh my PowerShell based process.
• How to customize Teams recording and transcription consent notifications with PowerShell
  This post explains how to configure custom Teams recording and transcription consent notifications for meetings and calls using PowerShell, including message templates, localization, and known limitations.
• Automating Azure VM & Arc Server Data Collection Rule Association with PowerShell
  Onboarding Azure VMs and Arc-enabled servers to Data Collection Rules (DCRs) is critical for monitoring and security, but doing it manually can be time-consuming and error-prone.

Projects, Scripts, and Modules

• AsBuiltReport Release v1.6.0
  AsBuiltReport.Core v1.6.0! Check out what’s new!

Books, Media, and Learning Resources

• Hello World - PowerShell Pocket Blog
  I may have taken “Hello World” examples a bit too far…
• Building Your First PowerShell Module (Live) | Module 101 w/ Fred Weinmann
  Ever wondered how PowerShell modules are actually built?

Community

• Owning Your Career and Your Time with Don Jones
  Recently retired PowerShell icon Don Jones joins The PowerShell Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on career ownership, community leadership, and building a life that aligns with what you actually value. Don reflects on the difference between your job and your career, why investing in yourself pays off, and how asking better questions can change the way you influence decisions at work. The episode also dives into Don’s journey as a fiction author, his role in shaping the PowerShell community and Summit culture, and why real success comes from clarity, kindness, and helping others win.
• PowerShell Community Call - January 15th, 2026
  Recoiding of the January PowerShell Community Call

Fun

• 5 weirdly fun things you can do in PowerShell when you’re bored
  I use Windows 11 PowerShell for silly things, stress-relief scripts, and visual tweaks that turn a boring terminal into a fun distraction.

Events

• PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit 2026
  April 13-17, 2026 in Bellevue, WA
• Chocolatey Fest 2026 @ PowerShell Summit : Call for Speakers
  Chocolatey Fest is a community-driven conference focused on Windows automation (WinOps), DevOps practices, and the broader ecosystem around Chocolatey…

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