Matthew Dowst
@mdowst.dowst.dev
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Father, author, blogger, enthusiast of all things PowerShell and automation.
http://linktr.ee/mdowst
If your script feels slow, do not argue with vibes. Watch the latest PoshBytes, were we use Measure-Command to stop guessing, start timing, and settle performance debates with receipts. In under 3 minutes!
youtube.com/shorts/dnwdX...
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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PoshBytes: Measure-Command For Optimizing Your Code
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/dnwdXGO9lMo
about 14 hours ago
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The wait is over! PowerShell Weekly for January 23, 2026 has just been published. Dive into the latest insights and scripts to make your life easier.
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8557
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DOWST.DEV | January 23, 2026
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8557
6 days ago
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New PoshBytes is out now! Learn how to stopping guessing and start accurately measuring with Stopwatch! Watch now:
youtube.com/shorts/Nr4PZ...
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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PoshBytes: Stop Guessing and Start Measuring with Stopwatch
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/Nr4PZOULq28
8 days ago
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Attention, PowerShell enthusiasts! PowerShell Weekly for January 16, 2026 is live. Explore announcements, articles, learning resources, and script sections to stay ahead in the game.
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8540
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DOWST.DEV | January 16, 2026
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8540
13 days ago
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New PoshBytes short: CmdletBinding The Secret Sauce for Advanced Functions The tiny PowerShell attribute that makes your function act like a real cmdlet. Watch now:
youtube.com/shorts/Eyq7d...
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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PoshBytes: CmdletBinding The Secret Sauce for Advanced Functions
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/Eyq7d6-UHac
15 days ago
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The new edition of PowerShell Weekly for January 9, 2026 is live! Get your hands on the latest insights and advancements in PowerShell. Perfect weekend reading for every IT pro!
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8518
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DOWST.DEV | January 9, 2026
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8518
20 days ago
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New PoshBytes short: Splatting in PowerShell. Cleaner commands, reusable parameter bundles, and fewer backticks haunting your scripts. Also featuring PSNotes ConvertTo-Splatting.
youtube.com/shorts/xuSOd...
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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PoshBytes: PowerShell Splatting - The Art of Throwing Parameters With Style
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/xuSOdcxRttA
22 days ago
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New PoshBytes Versus: Write-Host vs ANSI vs $PSStyle in a full holiday color rumble. ASCII Christmas tree, menorah, and RGB everywhere. Watch and upgrade your PowerShell color game.
youtube.com/shorts/bkGeT...
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
about 1 month ago
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My little bro making sure my sisters back in Texas knows how the Secret Santa selection was done
about 1 month ago
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Turns out the 32,767 character command line limit doesn't apply anymore. At least in
#PowerShell
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about 1 month ago
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The final PowerShell Weekly of 2025 is out! Come read this week’s edition and thank you to everyone who’s followed along this year. We’ll be back the first week of 2026. Until then, take care and enjoy your holidays.
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
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DOWST.DEV | December 19, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8496
about 1 month ago
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I just taught PowerShell to sing the 12 Days of Christmas with emojis and had to fight Unicode to do it. Come see how in the latest PoshBytes.
youtube.com/shorts/fDaaB...
#PowerShell
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#Scripting
#DevOps
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PoshBytes: 12 Logical Days of Christmas
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/fDaaB0i7zXM
about 1 month ago
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#PowerShell
automation suddenly hanging after December updates? It’s not you...it's a new security prompt added to Invoke-WebRequest in Windows PowerShell 5.1. Here’s what changed and how to fix your scripts before they freeze again:
www.dowst.dev/invoke-webre...
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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Invoke-WebRequest Hangs
On December 9, 2025, Microsoft shipped a security update that changes how Invoke-WebRequest behaves in Windows PowerShell 5.1. This change is important for anyone who uses PowerShell for automation…
https://www.dowst.dev/invoke-webrequest-hangs
about 1 month ago
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Get your PowerShell fix! PowerShell Weekly for December 12, 2025 is now live. Packed with Announcements, Articles, Projects, and Event updates for IT pros. Dive in!
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
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DOWST.DEV | December 12, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8476
about 2 months ago
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Matthew Dowst
$k@tterBr@1nz
about 2 months ago
I was feeling Christmasy and Santa
@mdowst.dowst.dev
brought an early present, so I figured it was time to blog about something again. Maybe more will come, I don't know yet. Enjoy!
skatterbrainz.wordpress.com/2025/12/11/w...
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When Santa brings you a work request: Searching GitHub Repos and Gists for Text Patterns with PowerShell
This is my feeble attempt at blogging again. Now that blogging is out of fashion and we trust AI to tell us what to think, drink and eat, it’s probably as good a time to do it as ever. So, th…
https://skatterbrainz.wordpress.com/2025/12/11/when-santa-brings-you-a-work-request-searching-github-repos-and-gists-for-text-patterns-with-powershell/
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I just published a quick video to explain the new security prompt added to Invoke-WebRequest in Windows PowerShell 5.1 and show how to prevent it from affecting any of your automations.
youtu.be/JcrSg2hCJAg
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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Invoke-WebRequest Just Started Asking Questions
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtu.be/JcrSg2hCJAg
about 2 months ago
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🚨 Breaking change in Invoke-WebRequest that could impact your automations. I wrote a helper script to find where Invoke-WebRequest is and isn't using -UseBasicParsing. It also works for any other cmdlets/parameters combo.
gist.github.com/mdowst/9d00f...
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
about 2 months ago
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New PoshBytes dropped. This one is all about mastering System.IO.Path so your scripts stop getting lost in C drive purgatory.
youtube.com/shorts/2Q6if...
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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PoshBytes: Your .NET Path Toolkit for PowerShell
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/2Q6if4NPc_Y
about 2 months ago
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New Video! Saving Christmas with PowerShell It may look like a Secret Santa script… but it’s actually a lesson in matching algorithm with constraints and fairness, all wrapped in tinsel. Great for Secret Santa & real-world tasks.
youtu.be/4uwQh6Nap5M
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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Saving Christmas with PowerShell: Building a Reusable Matching Algorithm
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtu.be/4uwQh6Nap5M
about 2 months ago
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It’s that time of the week again! PowerShell Weekly for December 5, 2025 is here with announcements, blogs, scripts, and more to help to automate like a pro.
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8457
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DOWST.DEV | December 5, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8457
about 2 months ago
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New PoshBytes is out: we break down how PowerShell can quietly lose precision when large integers promote themselves and show how keep your math honest. Watch now:
youtube.com/shorts/Z4CIw...
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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PoshBytes: Numeric Precision in PowerShell
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/Z4CIwLx2wVA
about 2 months ago
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This week’s issue has more PowerShell goodies than a Black Friday doorbuster… minus the long lines, elbow-throws, and questionable life choices. Because nothing says “holiday spirit” like piping joy straight into your automations.
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8426
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DOWST.DEV | November 28, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8426
2 months ago
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Multiline text in PowerShell driving you mad? Here-Strings are your escape hatch. No escaping quotes, no backslash mayhem! Just clean, readable text. Watch the new
#PoshBytes
short: Mastering Here-Strings in PowerShell
youtube.com/shorts/8Pq_6...
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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PoshBytes: Mastering Here-Strings in PowerShell
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/8Pq_6tQsi1M
2 months ago
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Your weekly dose of PowerShell magic has arrived! Discover new scripts, pro tips, and more in PowerShell Weekly for November 21, 2025. Time to level up!
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8402
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DOWST.DEV | November 21, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8402
2 months ago
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Your favorite newsletter is here! PowerShell Weekly for November 14, 2025 is packed with Blogs, Module, Projects, and Event updates. Ready to boost your skills?
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8384
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DOWST.DEV | November 14, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8384
3 months ago
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CSV or JSON? Which side are you on? Watch the latest PoshBytes Versus and find out how PowerShell handles types, nesting, and readability in this serialization showdown. Watch now:
youtube.com/shorts/J3-0M...
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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PoshBytes: Json Vs Csv
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/J3-0MX5ltrY
3 months ago
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The newest edition of PowerShell Weekly for November 7, 2025 is live! Get your hands on the latest insights and advancements in PowerShell. Perfect Friday reading for every IT pro!
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8364
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DOWST.DEV | November 7, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8364
3 months ago
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Stop sharing secrets in plain text. Use Protect-CmsMessage like a pro to encrypt, decrypt, done. Watch the latest PoshBytes to see it in action.
youtube.com/shorts/ZsLkp...
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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PoshBytes: Encrypting secrets with Protect-CmsMessage (without summoning eldritch IT beings)
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/ZsLkpdX-WYc
3 months ago
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An extra spooky edition of PowerShell Weekly for October 31, 2025! Well not really spooky, but I did include a fun Easter...uhm Halloween Egg.
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8342
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DOWST.DEV | October 31, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8342
3 months ago
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FYI, I've received multiple confirmations that services running behind
#Azure
Front Door are offline.
3 months ago
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Regex wizardry vs the blunt hammer of literal text! This week on
#PoshBytes
: -replace vs .Replace() Which one should you use? Watch now and decide for yourself
www.youtube.com/shorts/mUV3s...
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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PoshBytes: -replace vs .Replace()
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mUV3st7QRaQ
3 months ago
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PowerShell enthusiasts, the wait is over! The newest PowerShell Weekly for October 24, 2025 is out now. Catch up on all things PowerShell and elevate your scripting game.
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
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DOWST.DEV | October 24, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8324
3 months ago
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Matthew Dowst
PSConfEU
3 months ago
🗓️
#MiniCon
Recording: Save the PSDate –
@mdowst.dowst.dev
Learn how the PSDates module solves formatting, time zone, ISO 8601 & cron scheduling pain in
#PowerShell
— reliably ▶️
youtu.be/sClGrh0O6FE?si=Fn0...
🎟️
#PSConfEU
2026 →
psconf.eu
#Automation
#APIs
#DevOps
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Today on PoshBytes, learn how to create custom properties right in the pipeline with Select-Object. Watch on YouTube:
youtube.com/shorts/XyrTt...
Full commands at:
www.dowst.dev?p=3941
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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PoshBytes: Select-Object With Custom Properties (Because Plain Properties Are Boring)
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/XyrTtGuB5VQ
3 months ago
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PowerShell Weekly for October 17, 2025 is out now! Uncover the freshest scripts, tools, and community highlights. Your go-to resource for all things PowerShell!
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
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DOWST.DEV | October 17, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8303
3 months ago
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New
#PoshBytes
episode is live! In this one, we explore PowerShell’s Get-Clipboard and Set-Clipboard. Two tiny cmdlets that make copy/paste automation ridiculously easy.
youtube.com/shorts/rEKMc...
#PowerShell
#Automation
#Scripting
#DevOps
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PoshBytes: Copy, Paste, Automate!
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/rEKMcSVw3As
4 months ago
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Thanks to everyone who attended my session at
@psconf.eu
MiniCon today. The new version of PSDates has been uploaded to the PowerShell Gallery with the new Get-DateSummary and Format-TimeSpan functions.
www.powershellgallery.com/packages/PSD...
#PowerShell
#automation
#DevOps
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PSDates 1.0.6
PSDates provides you all the tools you need when working with dates and times in PowerShell. It contains function to help you find specific date formats, get certain dates based on other dates (first/...
https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/PSDates/1.0.6
4 months ago
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Don't miss out on this awesome FREE event happening tomorrow. It's completely virtual so anyone can sign up. Tickets are still available.
add a skeleton here at some point
4 months ago
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reposted by
Matthew Dowst
$k@tterBr@1nz
4 months ago
I just published a
#powershell
extension module for SecretManagement with Linux keyrings. If you try it out I'd love to hear feedback.
www.powershellgallery.com/packages/Sec...
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SecretManagement.LinuxKeyring 1.0.0
SecretManagement extension vault for Linux keyring (libsecret) - session-based unlocking
https://www.powershellgallery.com/packages/SecretManagement.LinuxKeyring/1.0.0
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PowerShell Weekly for October 10, 2025 is out now with all the tips and tricks you need to automate your day. Check it out!
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8283
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DOWST.DEV | October 10, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8283
4 months ago
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Matthew Dowst
PSConfEU
4 months ago
💡 Save the PSDate 👨🏫
@mdowst.dowst.dev
- Principal Consultant-Automation Solution 🗓️ 14 Oct |
#PSConfEU
MiniCon 👉 Free ticket:
synedgy.com/psconfeu-minicon
#PowerShell
#automation
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Today on PoshBytes: the often forgotten, always useful Update-List.
youtube.com/shorts/eaCoo...
#PowerShell
#PoshBytes
#Automation
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PoshBytes: Update-List
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/eaCooy1Pwbo
4 months ago
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Just released: The latest edition of PowerShell Weekly for October 3, 2025! Discover new scripts, best practices, and the latest news in the PowerShell community. Don't miss out!
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
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DOWST.DEV | October 3, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8262
4 months ago
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On this edition of PohBytes, a showdown for the ages, Arrays vs. Lists! Two contenders, two minutes, no fluff, many .Add()s and +=s. Watch now →
youtube.com/shorts/ADUEv...
#PowerShell
#Scripting
#Automation
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PoshBytes: Arrays vs Lists
YouTube video by Matthew Dowst DevOps
https://youtube.com/shorts/ADUEvYtJu6Q
4 months ago
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PowerShell enthusiasts, rejoice! PowerShell Weekly for September 26, 2025 is out now. Discover new ways to streamline your tasks and boost productivity.
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8241
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DOWST.DEV | September 26, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8241
4 months ago
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reposted by
Matthew Dowst
PSConfEU
4 months ago
💡 Save the PSDate 👨🏫
@mdowst.dowst.dev
- Principal Consultant-Automation Solution 🗓️ 14 Oct |
#PSConfEU
MiniCon 👉 Free ticket:
synedgy.com/psconfeu-minicon
#PowerShell
#automation
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reposted by
Matthew Dowst
PSConfEU
4 months ago
The
#PSConfEU
MiniCon schedule is here! 🚀 An evening of
#PowerShell
,
#Automation
,
#AI
,
#DSC
,
#Testing
& more. 📅 14 Oct 2025 | Online | Starting at 4pm (CET) 🎟️ Tickets:
synedgy.com/psconfeu-minicon
#DevOps
#Community
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New edition alert! PowerShell Weekly for September 18, 2025 is packed with the latest tutorials, updates, and community insights. Don't miss your weekly dose of PowerShell wisdom!
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8220
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DOWST.DEV | September 19, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8220
4 months ago
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Excited to announce I’ll be presenting Save the PSDate at
#PSConfEU
MiniCon on Oct 14! For a sneak peek here's how you can find the presentation time in your time zone. Convert-TimeZone -date '10/14/2025 17:30 PM' -FromTimeZone "Central Europe Standard Time" -ToTimeZone (Find-TimeZone -Local).Id
4 months ago
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PowerShell enthusiasts, rejoice! PowerShell Weekly for September 12, 2025 is out now. Discover new ways to streamline your tasks and boost productivity.
#PowerShell
#Automation
#TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8198
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DOWST.DEV | September 12, 2025
https://psweekly.dowst.dev/?p=8198
5 months ago
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