The PowerShell Podcast

• PSStucco, Accessibility, and the Power of Templating in PowerShell with Gilbert Sanchez & Jake Hildreth

  In this high-energy episode, returning guests Gilbert Sanchez and Jake Hildreth join Andrew for a deep dive into: Module templating with PSStucco Building for accessibility in PowerShell Creating open source GitHub orgs like PSInclusive How PowerShell can lead to learning modern dev workflows like GitHub Actions and CI/CD What begins with a conversation about a live demo gone hilariously sideways turns into an insightful exploration of how PowerShell acts as a launchpad into bigger ecosystems like GitHub, YAML, JSON, and continuous integration pipelines.Bios &   Bios: Gilbert Sanchez is a Staff Software Development Engineer at Tesla, specifically working on PowerShell. Formerly known as "Señor Systems Engineer" at Meta. A loud advocate for DEI, DevEx, DevOps, and TDD.   Jake Hildreth is a Principal Security Consultant at Semperis, Microsoft MVP, and longtime builder of tools that make identity security suck a little less. With nearly 25 years in IT (and the battle scars to prove it), he specializes in helping orgs secure Active Directory and survive the baroque disaster that is Active Directory Certificate Services. He’s the creator of Locksmith, BlueTuxedo, and PowerPUG!, open-source tools built to make life easier for overworked identity admins. When he’s not untangling Kerberos or wrangling DNS, he’s usually hanging out with his favorite people and most grounding reality check: his wife and daughter.   Links https://gilbertsanchez.com/posts/stucco-create-powershell-module/ https://jakehildreth.github.io/blog/2025/07/02/PowerShell-Module-Scaffolding-with-PSStucco.html https://github.com/PSInclusive https://jakehildreth.com/ https://andrewpla.tech/links https://discord.gg/pdq https://pdq.com/podcast https://youtu.be/w-z2-0ii96Y  

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• From EntraAuth to PSConfEU with Fred Weinmann

  In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, host Andrew Pla reunites with PowerShell legend Fred, diving deep into productivity with hotkeys and key bindings, EntraAuth, C# integration, and community reflections from PowerShell Conference EU. Fred shares practical advice for improving your daily workflow, how to extend PowerShell with C#, and why participation in the community—whether through conferences or contributing modules—can be a game-changer for your career. What You’ll Learn: How to improve your coding efficiency with advanced hotkeys and key bindings The difference between hotkeys and key bindings and how to create your own Insights into Fred’s EntraAuth module and why federated credentials matter When it makes sense to use C# alongside PowerShell How community involvement can elevate your career What makes PowerShell Conference EU a unique experience Tips for new speakers interested in submitting conference talks Bio & Links: Fred Weinmann is a seasoned Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft and a renowned PowerShell expert with years of experience designing and implementing scalable solutions. A prolific creator, Fred has developed key tools like PSFramework, PSModuleDevelopment, PSUtil, and PSFramework.Nuget, which empowers developers and IT professionals to optimize their workflows. Passionate about technology and problem-solving, Fred’s innovative approach to PowerShell module development and his commitment to community-driven open-source projects have made him a respected figure in the PowerShell community. https://github.com/FriedrichWeinmann/EntraAuth https://github.com/PowershellFrameworkCollective/PSFramework.NuGet https://github.com/FriedrichWeinmann/string https://andrewpla.tech/links https://psconf.eu https://github.com/PowershellFrameworkCollective/psframework Fred's PSConfEU PSFramework.Nuget talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMSOVwmBXrk Check out PDQ Connect https://pdq.com/podcast Join the PowerShell Scripting channel: https://discord.gg/pdq The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TZPy4X6yLjM The PowerShell Podcast hub: https://pdq.com/the-powershell-podcast 

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• Are PowerShell Pros Ready for C# - Ryan Coates

  In this insightful episode of the PowerShell Podcast, host Andrew Pla welcomes longtime friend and seasoned technologist Ryan Coates. Together, they explore the intersection of PowerShell and C#, discuss the natural evolution of tech careers, and examine the role of continuous learning in long-term success. Ryan shares a wealth of perspective from decades in IT—covering everything from early networking to modern cloud architectures and why C# is a practical next step for PowerShell users. Whether you're deep in automation or eyeing your next language leap, this conversation is packed with career wisdom, developer philosophy, and some solid tech nostalgia. What You’ll Learn: Why C# is a great next step for experienced PowerShell users Use cases where C# offers performance or capability advantages over PowerShell How PowerShell and C# skills complement each other in the .NET ecosystem Ryan’s journey from MCSE teen prodigy to early retirement Why soft skills are just as vital as technical skills for senior roles The value of working across many technologies and industries early in your career Insights into DevOps maturity, architecture thinking, and lifelong learning Bio & Links: Ryan Coates is an Enterprise Architect with 25+ years in IT, evolving from systems ops to DevOps and developer advocacy. He leads internal API and DevRel strategy at a global consulting firm. Passionate about mentoring, Ryan speaks at conferences on cloud and automation and helps run Microsoft Cloud, DevOps, and PowerShell user groups in Boise, Idaho. https://linkedin.com/in/ryandcoates https://twitter.com/ryandcoates https://discord.gg/pdq https://andrewpla.tech/links Ryan's C# Talk at PS Wednesday: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOaFdHTlDXE Ryan's Summit Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AePjFyuWvg8 Join the PowerShell Scripting Channel on PDQ Discord: https://discord.gg/pdq Check out PDQ Connect: https://pdq.com/podcast The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/72UCneA1X40 The PowerShell Podcast Hub: https://pdq.com/the-powershell-podcast 

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• The Power of Splatting and Team Empowerment

  In this episode of the PowerShell Podcast, Andrew Pla welcomes longtime friend and DevOps Endpoint Engineer David Richmond. Fresh off his PowerShell Wednesday presentation, David shares insights into the power of splatting in PowerShell, centralizing automations, and driving organizational change through best practices and leadership. The conversation explores the evolution of automation practices, Git adoption in Ops, secrets management using Azure Key Vault, and how empowering others can multiply technical impact. It’s an inspiring blend of deep PowerShell knowledge and practical career development advice.   What You’ll Learn: What splatting is in PowerShell and why it’s such a powerful coding practice How to organize, simplify, and clean up your scripts with hash tables and ordered dictionaries David's journey from solo IT support to leading centralized automation efforts Pro tips on Git, module development, credential management, and code organization The benefits of creating training sessions and fostering a team-wide PowerShell culture Why data-driven automation metrics can win leadership support How PowerShell can scale your impact and accelerate your career Bio & Links: David Richmond started writing scripts in the Macintosh OS days (the 90s!) and hasn't stopped. Currently working in the every-OS endpoint engineering / devops space, particularly focused on internal automations team skillups in PowerShell and beyond.  https://discord.gg/pdq https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-s-richmond/ https://dev.to/celadin https://bsky.app/profile/davidsrichmond.com Splatting PowerShell Wednesday: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oesn0HgGxE https://github.com/PoshCode/PowerShellPracticeAndStyle The PowerShell Podcast Hub: The PowerShell Podcast: https://pdq.com/the-powershell-podcast  The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_cbpGxZOHS4 Help topic: help about_splatting  

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• PSConfEU 2025 Bar Sessions: Community, Code & Connection

  In this special live episode recorded amidst the rain-soaked streets of Malmö duringPSConfEU 2025, host Andrew Pla brings us a vibrant, multi-guest edition of the PowerShell Podcast. From impromptu bar chats to in-depth discussions on PowerShell modules, CI/CD pipelines, career growth, and community culture, this episode captures the heart of the PowerShell community in full force. Hear from speakers, first-time attendees, longtime community contributors, and PowerShell legends as they share their stories, projects, career journeys, favorite sessions, and the human side of tech.   Guests: Harm Veenstra (PowerShellIsFun, MVP and Legend) Constantin Hager (PS Framework user & Inn-Salzach PowerShell Group organizer) Thomas Hadin (Swedish consultant, Discord regular) James Ruskin (Chocolatey engineer, bigtime PowerSheller, kind and smart) Emanuel Palm (Microsoft MVP and PSConfEU speaker) Suresh "SK" Krishnan (IAM pro & PowerShell podcast superfan) Topics Covered: Favorite PSConfEU 2025 sessions and key takeaways GitHub Actions & GitHub Apps deep dive Lightning talks & community demo formats User group organizing and mentoring new speakers Tools: PS Framework, Spectre.Console, AI Shell, ModuleBuilder PowerShell remoting, PSDefaultParameterValues, and CI pipelines Career development insights, perspective shifts, and personal growth Building friendships and networks in the PowerShell community Highlights: “There’s no magic” – a recurring theme reminding listeners to understand what they’re running. Reflections on how empathy and perspective can transform your IT career. A shoutout to the PowerShell Discord community and lesser-known contributors like weq and Chris Dent. Real stories of overcoming stage fright, pushing past visa issues, and finding belonging through tech. Links: https://discord.gg/pdq https://psconf.eu https://andrewpla.tech/links Watch PowerShell Wednesday: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1mL90yFExsix-L0havb8SbZXoYRPol0B PSConfEU 2025 sessions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CJWhWdbTGU&list=PLDCEho7foSoo6tc8iNDSrxp27dG_gtm6g The PowerShell Podcast Hub: https://pdq.com/the-powershell-podcast  The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RoVlp5XmXBc

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