August 15, 2025

Announcements!

PowerToys 0.93 is here: faster Command Palette, new dashboard UX and more (devblogs.microsoft.com)
Hey PowerToys fans! We're back with a fresh release: PowerToys 0.93! As usual, we've squashed a

bunch of bugs and made some small quality of life tweaks, but we've also packed in some bigger, exciting changes you'll want to check out.

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By: Niels Laute submitted:Aug 15 2025

Blogs, Articles, and Posts

Choosing the Right Command-Line Tool for Your Needs: CMD vs PowerShell vs Windows Terminal – Izoate Tech (izoate.tech)
Confused about Choosing the Right Command Line Tool? Explore the differences between CMD,

PowerShell, and Windows Terminal to find the best fit for your needs.

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By: Izoate Tech submitted:Aug 15 2025

Create an Image in Nerdio using PSNerdio (nielskok.tech)
The next part! Create an image in Nerdio using PSNerdio. So, the next step is of course creating an

image in Nerdio. We want to do that automatically via PSNerdio. So, let's add some CMDlets to the module to make sure we can do everything from code. Link to the GitHub repo.

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By: Niels Kok submitted:Aug 15 2025

Microsoft AI Shell Preview 6: MCP support and great PowerShell integration (4sysops.com)
The key new feature in the just-released AI Shell Preview 6 is run_command_in_terminal, among

several new built-in tools that allow the AI model to run commands and review outputs directly in your PowerShell terminal. Additionally, AI Shell now supports local and remote MCP servers, transforming it into a versatile AI assistant across Windows, Mac, and Linux.

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By: Michael Pietroforte submitted:Aug 15 2025

Practical Graph: Creating Dynamic Microsoft 365 Groups without Entra P1 Licenses (practical365.com)
Dynamic Microsoft 365 Groups come with many advantages, but they also require Entra P1 licenses.

This article explores how to create and maintain a DIY version of dynamic Microsoft 365 groups using the Microsoft Graph PowerShell SDK and Azure Automation. At the end of the day, the principle is proven, but maybe it's best to pay for the licenses.

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By: Tony Redmond submitted:Aug 15 2025

Using the Microsoft-Extractor-Suite PowerShell module for collecting Microsoft Online logs (powershellisfun.com)
Collecting logs from various Microsoft Endpoints, like Entra, 365 Services, and Azure, can be a

hassle sometimes. The Microsoft-Extractor-Suite module from Joey Rentenaar and Korstiaan Tam can help you with that! In this blog post, I will show you how to use it

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By: Harm Veenstra submitted:Aug 15 2025

Who is logged in to PowerShell? Alternatives to whoami (4sysops.com)
If you are working with PowerShell, you will often face the question: "Under which user is my script

running?" In other words, you want to know who is logged in. Many admins use the whoami command on the Command Prompt (cmd). However, PowerShell provides native alternatives to whoamiÂ that give you the username and domain.

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By: Markus Elsberger submitted:Aug 15 2025

Projects, Scripts, and Modules

PixelPoSH (github.com)
PixelPoSH is a PowerShell module that generates customizable, random SVG backgrounds using the PSSVG

DSL (no System.Drawing).

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By: Dieter Beckers submitted:Aug 15 2025

PowerShell Localization (marketplace.visualstudio.com)
A Visual Studio Code extension that displays PowerShell localization variable values as decorations

in your editor, making it easier to develop and debug internationalized PowerShell modules.

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By: PSInclusive submitted:Aug 15 2025

Servy (github.com)
Servy lets you run any app as a Windows service with full control over working directory, startup

type, process priority, logging, health checks, environment variables, dependencies, pre-launch scripts and parameters. A fully managed alternative to NSSM.

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By: Akram El Assas submitted:Aug 15 2025

Books, Media, and Learning Resources

PowerShell in the Pipeline: Open Source CI/CD with GitHub Actions (youtube.com)
Learn how to build reliable CI/CD pipelines in GitHub with a focus on PowerShell. Microsoft MVP

Emanuel Palm will show us the basics of GitHub Actions from VS Code, discuss community collaboration in open source projects, and show how to start automating your own modules or other projects.

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By: PDQ submitted:Aug 15 2025

Community

PSStucco, Accessibility, and the Power of Templating in PowerShell with Gilbert Sanchez & Jake Hildreth (powershellpodcast.podbean.com)
In this high-energy episode, returning guestsÂ Gilbert SanchezÂ andÂ Jake HildrethÂ join Andrew for

a deep dive into:

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By: The Powershell Podcast submitted:Aug 15 2025

Fun

If powershell commands were translated into your language, what would be the best example? (reddit.com)
A fun and light hearted thread
By: r/PowerShell submitted:Aug 15 2025

Upcoming Events

PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit 2026 Call for Proposals (CFP) (sessionize.com)
Submission deadline has been extended until 8/31, but don't wait, submit your session proposals now for the 2026 PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit.
By: PowerShell.org submitted:Aug 15 2025

PSConfEU MiniCon 2025 (ti.to)
MiniCon is back! Join the PSConfEU community on 14 October 2025. Secure your free ticket now!
By: PSConfEU submitted:Aug 15 2025

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