Deciphering PowerShell Providers
Learn what a PowerShell provider does and how it allows a common set of cmdlets to interact with differently-structured data stores.
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Deploying Software Using Desired State Configuration
While other commercial products may be more robust, there are a few different ways Desired State Configuration can be used for software deployment.
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PowerShell Remoting Basics
Missy Januszko provides an overview of PowerShell remoting and explains the use of different cmdlets for managing multiple machines at once.
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Converting a Desired State Configuration Script Resource to a Resource Module
Learn the necessary steps to convert a script resource into a custom resource module.
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Testing DSC Configurations Using Pester
Learn how to use Pester to test a Desired State Configuration to ensure that servers are configured exactly the way you want them.
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Testing DSC Configurations Using Pester
Learn how to use Pester to test a Desired State Configuration to ensure that servers are configured exactly the way you want them.
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Intersecting DSC Configuration Design and Personal Style
DSC configurations require logical thinking through the steps necessary to make changes to a server’s configuration. Learn my process for developing a DSC configuration.
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Managing Cross-Node Dependencies with Desired State Configuration
Learn how to control timing of Desired State Configuration across nodes using WaitFor resources in this how-to article.
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Extend the Native Capabilities of DSC with the Script Resource
Many server configuration settings can be set using native Desired State Configuration (DSC) resources. Learn how to do more with DSC using the Script resource and your PowerShell skills.
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Create “Programmer-Style” Class-Based DSC Resources
Learn how to create professional-looking class-based DSC resources in just a few easy steps.
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