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Uzair Ansari

This course will teach you how to leverage existing mechanism to access OS settings like registry, certificates, built-in variables stored in the form of PSDrives.

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This course will teach you how to leverage existing mechanism to access OS settings like registry, certificates, built-in variables stored in the form of PSDrives.

Accessing registry can be easy! In this course, Leveraging PowerShell Providers and PSDrives, you’ll learn to use PSDrives to access and manipulate system settings like registry and certificates. First, you’ll explore which all PSDrives and system variables are available. Next, you’ll discover information that are available in environment variables. Finally, you’ll learn how to access and manipulate settings that are available in these PSDrives. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of using powershell providers and PSDrives needed to retrieve and configure OS settings.

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Syllabus

Course Overview
Understanding PowerShell Provider and PSDrives
Exploring PSDrive Operations
Working with Registry and Certificates with PSDrive
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Exploring Environment Variables

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Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Explores leveraging PowerShell providers and PSDrives to access and manipulate system settings, which is standard in IT support and administration
Taught by Uzair Ansari, who are recognized for their work in IT and software development
Examines accessing registry and certificates with PSDrives, which is highly relevant to IT professionals who need to configure and manage operating systems

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Leveraging PowerShell Providers and PSDrives with these activities:
Review Powershell Basics
Review core Powershell commands and syntax to ensure a strong foundation for this course.
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  • Revisit Powershell documentation.
  • Practice basic Powershell commands.
  • Create a Powershell script to automate a simple task.
Read 'PowerShell in Depth' by Don Jones
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  • Read the relevant chapters on PSDrives and Registry manipulation.
  • Review the code examples and exercises.
Explore PSDrives with Microsoft Docs
Follow Microsoft's documentation to gain a deeper understanding of PSDrives and their applications.
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  • Read the Microsoft Docs article on PSDrives.
  • Follow the step-by-step guide to explore PSDrives.
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Manipulate Registry and Certificates with PSDrives
Reinforce concepts by practicing manipulating registry and certificates using PSDrives.
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  • Create a script to add a registry key.
  • Create a script to retrieve a certificate from the certificate store.
  • Create a script to export a registry key to a file.
Collaborate on PSDrives Scenarios
Engage with peers to discuss and solve scenarios involving PSDrives, expanding your understanding.
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  • Join a study group or online forum dedicated to Powershell.
  • Present a scenario or challenge related to PSDrives.
  • Collaborate with peers to find solutions and share insights.
Develop a PowerShell Script to Automate a Task
Apply your knowledge by creating a PowerShell script to automate a task related to OS settings management.
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  • Identify a task that can be automated using PSDrives.
  • Design and develop the PowerShell script.
  • Test and refine the script.
Contribute to a Powershell Open-Source Project
Engage with the Powershell community by contributing to an open-source project, deepening your understanding.
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  • Identify a relevant Powershell open-source project.
  • Review the project's documentation and codebase.
  • Submit a pull request with a code contribution or improvement.

Career center

Learners who complete Leveraging PowerShell Providers and PSDrives will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Project Manager
A Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. They work with stakeholders to define project goals and objectives and develop project plans. This course may be useful to a Project Manager as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
Business Analyst
A Business Analyst is responsible for analyzing business processes and identifying opportunities for improvement. They work with stakeholders to define requirements and develop solutions. This course may be useful to a Business Analyst as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
Data Analyst
A Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. They use data to identify trends and patterns and make recommendations to improve business processes. This course may be useful to a Data Analyst as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
Database Administrator
A Database Administrator is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of databases. They ensure that databases are running smoothly and securely and provide technical support to database users. This course may be useful to a Database Administrator as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
Network Administrator
A Network Administrator is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of computer networks. They ensure that networks run smoothly and securely and provide technical support to network users. This course may be useful to a Network Administrator as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
Product Manager
A Product Manager is responsible for the development and launch of new products. They work with stakeholders to define product requirements and develop product roadmaps. This course may be useful to a Product Manager as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
Cloud Engineer
A Cloud Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud computing systems. They ensure that cloud systems are running smoothly and securely and provide technical support to cloud users. This course may be useful to a Cloud Engineer as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
IT Manager
An IT Manager is responsible for the overall management of an organization's IT systems and resources. They develop and implement IT strategies and policies and oversee the work of IT staff. This course may be useful to an IT Manager as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
Systems Administrator
A Systems Administrator is responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable performance of computer systems. They maintain and oversee hardware and software in computer systems and networks. This course may be useful to a Systems Administrator as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
Software Developer
A Software Developer is responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of software applications. They write and test code to create software that meets the needs of users. This course may be useful to a Software Developer as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
Security Analyst
A Security Analyst is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks. They develop and implement security measures to protect computer systems and networks from unauthorized access and attacks. This course may be useful to a Security Analyst as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
IT Support Specialist
An IT Support Specialist provides technical support to computer users. They diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues and maintain computer systems and networks. This course may be useful to an IT Support Specialist as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
CIO
A Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for the overall management of an organization's IT systems and resources. They develop and implement IT strategies and policies and oversee the work of IT staff. This course may be useful to a CIO as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
CTO
A Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for the overall management of an organization's IT systems and resources. They develop and implement IT strategies and policies and oversee the work of IT staff. This course may be useful to a CTO as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.
VP of IT
A Vice President of IT is responsible for the overall management of an organization's IT systems and resources. They develop and implement IT strategies and policies and oversee the work of IT staff. This course may be useful to a VP of IT as it will help build a foundation by teaching them how to access and manipulate settings that are available in PSDrives.

Reading list

We've selected five books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Leveraging PowerShell Providers and PSDrives.
A guide to using PowerShell for database administration tasks, such as managing databases, creating tables, and running queries.
Provides an in-depth look at PowerShell, covering topics such as using the registry, manipulating files, and working with web services.
Considered a handy guide, the third edition of Windows PowerShell Cookbook is packed with practical recipes on registry operations, working with PowerShell drives and providers, process, environment, and network management.

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