Manage Data with PowerShell
In this lab, you’ll practice working with data using PowerShell. When you’re finished, you’ll understand the basic commands that work with files and data, and will be able to perform daily data tasks with PowerShell.
Terms and conditions apply.
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Getting Started in the Lab Environment
Here are the initial instructions and explanation of the lab environment. Read this while your environment is busy creating itself from nothing. Yes, this violates physics; we know. How fun!
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Formatting in the Shell
You will learn the various format commands in PowerShell, and how to use them for managing data output.
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Working with the File System
You will learn how to work in the file system with PowerShell.
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Working with Data
You will learn how to import and export various data types in PowerShell, and will use the information with commands.
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Running Scripts
To finish off this lab, you will learn to run scripts in the PowerShell console, and will build a basic script to run.
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The Last Challenge
Welcome to the final challenge! This is your last chance to experiment in the environment. Clicking Finish Lab will end this little world that flittered into existence just for you.
Provided environment for hands-on practice
We will provide the credentials and environment necessary for you to practice right within your browser.
Guided walkthrough
Follow along with the author’s guided walkthrough and build something new in your provided environment!
Did you know?
On average, you retain 75% more of your learning if you get time for practice.
Recommended prerequisites
- Basic familiarity with PowerShell commands
- A basic understanding of command-line interfaces
- Have watched or currently watching PowerShell: Getting Started course