Listen "Live from TechMentor: Profiles, People, and PowerShell Progress with Sean Wheeler and James Petty"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Andrew catches up with Sean Wheeler and James Petty live from TechMentor. What starts as casual conversation about conference camaraderie turns into a rich discussion on learning PowerShell, building effective profiles, AI-assisted scripting, module recommendations, and what's next for the PowerShell Summit.
Whether you're new to PowerShell or a seasoned scripter, this episode offers insights, laughs, and actionable advice. Plus, we finally settle (sort of) whether the VS Code sidebar belongs on the left or the right.
Key Takeaways
You don’t need to learn everything. Just understand the ecosystem and build your learning map.
Create your PowerShell profile now—it's an easy win with huge productivity returns.
AI is a tool, not a crutch. Use it wisely and validate the results.
Get involved in the community. It will accelerate your learning and broaden your opportunities.
Shoutouts & Links
https://powershell.org
https://www.youtube.com/c/PowerShellOrg
https://discord.gg/pdq
The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hr59kahksIM
Whether you're new to PowerShell or a seasoned scripter, this episode offers insights, laughs, and actionable advice. Plus, we finally settle (sort of) whether the VS Code sidebar belongs on the left or the right.
Key Takeaways
You don’t need to learn everything. Just understand the ecosystem and build your learning map.
Create your PowerShell profile now—it's an easy win with huge productivity returns.
AI is a tool, not a crutch. Use it wisely and validate the results.
Get involved in the community. It will accelerate your learning and broaden your opportunities.
Shoutouts & Links
https://powershell.org
https://www.youtube.com/c/PowerShellOrg
https://discord.gg/pdq
The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hr59kahksIM
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