Originally published on 2014-09-12; fully revised and updated.
This page explains what the original PowerShell training covers, who it is designed for, and how the learning path moves from fundamentals to build and IDE automation. If you are a developer, SCM engineer, or build/release engineer evaluating training, this summary helps you quickly assess scope and relevance.
Who this training is designed for
- Developers who want to automate daily development tasks with PowerShell.
- SCM engineers and build/release engineers moving toward script-first automation.
- Teams working with source control, build pipelines, and Visual Studio-based workflows.
- Learners with basic software development and SDLC understanding (as stated in the original post).
Delivery format and schedule in the original listing
The source post includes multiple delivery cues (title and body). The table below separates what was explicitly stated.
| Option | How it appears in the original post | What to confirm before enrolling |
|---|---|---|
| Online training | Mentioned in the title. | Ask whether live online batches are currently available. |
| Classroom training | Mentioned in the title and city list (Bangalore, Delhi, Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad). | Confirm current city-wise schedule and batch dates. |
| On-site corporate training | Body states the course is offered exclusively as on-site and can be tailored. | This is the most explicit delivery mode in the body text. |
| Duration | Listed as intensive 1-day and 2-day workshop formats. | Clarify which modules are included in each duration. |
Learning workflow from fundamentals to automation
flowchart LR
A[PowerShell primer] --> B[File system and profiles]
B --> C[Use .NET from PowerShell]
C --> D[Source control automation]
D --> E[Module discovery and reuse]
E --> F[Build automation with Psake]
F --> G[Visual Studio automation]
G --> H[Team workflow and CI usage]
Course modules and practical focus
| Module | Hands-on topics listed in the original outline |
|---|---|
| Overview and PowerShell Primer | Environments, expressions, variables, flow control, help, command discovery, pipelines, scripts, execution policy. |
| Cutting Corners in Windows Explorer | PowerShell drives, item cmdlets, Invoke-Item, functions, profiles, host behavior. |
| Using .NET From PowerShell | Object creation, type references, static and instance members, event handling, assembly loading. |
| Rich Mercurial Environment | Using console applications in PowerShell, prompt customization, function-based wrappers, bisection automation demos. |
| Expanding with Existing Modules | Where to find modules, module discovery, and manual installation. |
| Automating Builds with Psake | Psake installation, task scripting, Visual Studio builds, configuration, TeamCity demo flow. |
| Automating Visual Studio with StudioShell | Visual Studio feature exploration, custom menu items, solution-level automation, conditional refactoring demos. |
Example PowerShell commands aligned to the syllabus
These examples reflect the command patterns referenced by the syllabus (help, pipelines, scripts, modules, and build automation).
Get-Help Get-ChildItem -Full
Get-Command *service*Get-ChildItem -Path . -Recurse -File |
Where-Object { $_.Extension -eq '.ps1' } |
ForEach-Object { $_.FullName }Code language: PHP (php)Get-ExecutionPolicy -List
Set-ExecutionPolicy -Scope CurrentUser -ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned
.\build.ps1Code language: JavaScript (javascript)function Get-HgStatus {
param([string]$Path = '.')
Push-Location $Path
hg status
Pop-Location
}Code language: PHP (php)Invoke-psake .\psakefile.ps1 -taskList DefaultCode language: CSS (css)Prerequisites, lab model, and learning resources
- Prerequisites: Basic programming knowledge in any language and familiarity with SDLC concepts.
- Training style: Hands-on and practical; the original post states approximately 80% lab work.
- Audience level: Real-world development and engineering scenarios rather than theory-only coverage.
- Materials: Original post mentions student notes, lab solutions, certificate of completion, and tool bundle media.
Provider context and contact details from the original post
The original listing is published under scmGalaxy, described as a community initiative focused on software configuration management, CI, build automation, testing, and code quality practices. The post also states instructor-led training in India and claims more than 15 years of industry experience.
Contact details as published: info@scmGalaxy.com | +91 700 483 5930 | Skype: scmGalaxy
Best practices before you enroll
- Request the latest syllabus and confirm tool choices match your current stack.
- Verify delivery mode (online, classroom, or on-site) because the original title and body differ.
- Ask for module-to-duration mapping for 1-day versus 2-day workshops.
- Confirm whether Mercurial, Psake, and StudioShell are still part of your required workflow.
- Validate current contact details, trainer availability, and city schedule.
I’m Rajesh Kumar, a DevOps, SRE, DevSecOps, Cloud, and Platform Engineering expert passionate about sharing practical knowledge, real-world experiences, and industry best practices. I have worked at Cotocus and regularly write about technology, travel, investing, health, product reviews, and digital marketing through my various platforms.
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