PowerShell for Windows and Linux Administrators

The PowerShell for Windows and Linux Administrators course provides comprehensive training in PowerShell for multi-platform system management. This 35-hour course covers pipelines, data stores, CIM/WMI, remote connectivity, advanced scripting, error handling, and module development for managing both Windows and Linux environments. Duration: 35 hours — €2,247. Esamatic srl, a Microsoft Learning Partner in Milan, delivers this course with Microsoft Certified Trainers.

• Cross-Platform Management: PowerShell for both Windows and Linux administration
• Pipeline Mastery: object pipeline, filtering, sorting, formatting, and export operations
• Remote Management: PowerShell remoting, SSH-based connectivity, and CIM sessions
• Advanced Scripting: functions, modules, error handling, and script debugging techniques
• Data Store Management: registry, file system, Active Directory, and certificate stores

Course Overview: PowerShell for Windows and Linux Administrators

PowerShell has evolved from a Windows-only shell to a cross-platform automation engine running on Windows, Linux, and macOS. For system administrators managing heterogeneous environments, PowerShell provides a unified scripting and management framework. This comprehensive course takes administrators from PowerShell fundamentals through advanced scripting, remote management, and module development.

Learning Objectives

1. Master the PowerShell pipeline — work with objects, filtering, sorting, formatting, and exporting data across the pipeline
2. Manage remote systems — configure PowerShell remoting, SSH-based connections, and CIM sessions for Windows and Linux management
3. Develop advanced scripts — create functions, build modules, implement error handling, and debug scripts in production environments
4. Automate administrative tasks — manage Active Directory, file systems, registries, certificates, and scheduled tasks through PowerShell automation

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for Windows administrators, Linux administrators, DevOps engineers, and IT operations professionals who want to master PowerShell for cross-platform system management and automation.

Career Benefits

PowerShell expertise is essential for modern IT administration. Professionals who master cross-platform PowerShell automation are positioned for roles in systems administration, DevOps engineering, cloud operations, and infrastructure automation.

Prerequisites

• Experience administering Windows Server or Linux systems
• Basic understanding of command-line interfaces
• Familiarity with IT infrastructure concepts (networking, Active Directory, file systems)
• No prior PowerShell experience required

Frequently Asked Questions

Does PowerShell really work on Linux?

Yes, PowerShell Core (7.x) runs natively on Linux and macOS. This course covers cross-platform usage, including SSH-based remoting for Linux management.

Is this course suitable for PowerShell beginners?

Yes, the course starts from fundamentals and progresses to advanced topics. You need system administration experience but no prior PowerShell knowledge.

Can I manage Azure with PowerShell?

Yes, PowerShell is a primary management tool for Azure via the Az module. The scripting and automation skills from this course directly apply to Azure administration.

How does PowerShell compare to Bash?

PowerShell works with objects rather than text streams, making it more structured for complex automation. The course shows how PowerShell complements and in many cases surpasses Bash for system management tasks.