PowerShell users. But everyone was a beginner once. Everyone had that first challenge of writing a PowerShell function. Today's challenge is for those of you in the early stages of learning PowerShell. Now, it is time for you to begin scripting. For this beginner challenge, the Chairman would like you to write 2 very simple functions.

intermediate skill levels, although everyone is welcome to try their hand. To get the most out of the challenge you should do as much of all challenges posted. And really do it. Commit code to a file and not merely in your head. The best learning comes by actually doing. As always, you are encouraged to post links to your work in the comments.

PowerShell tools that work cross-platform. Or you may be asked to create a PowerShell tool to run on a non-Windows platform. Your command should still be centered on writing objects to the pipeline. Even if the source material is all text.

your networking knowledge as well. The challenge has been graded for Intermediate and Advanced levels, but don't let that stop you.

no cloud. It might also matter what kind of storage you were using. Naturally, you wanted the fastest local storage. But you needed to make sure you were getting the best value for your storage dollar. Today's challenge is based on this bygone scenario. You will most likely never need to use the expected solution. But as with all challenges, The Chairman hopes it will extend and sharpen your PowerShell scripting skills. The challenge is aimed at intermediate level scripters with advanced bonus elements.

are done. The Chairman thinks it should still be managed. To that end, he has commissioned the following advanced challenge. Although, as with all challenges, don't let the label deter you. The Chairman hopes you will tackle as much of the challenge as you can.

at the PowerShell & DevOps Global Summit will be returning this year, and The Chairman wants you in top shape.

preparation for the first in-person Iron Scripter challenge in a few years, the Chairman has commissioned this intermediate to advanced PowerShell scripting challenge.

scripting challenge for advanced users. Do you have what it takes to be an Iron Scripter?

format. That is to say, the top-level directories in a specified path.

good way to get your brain looking at a problem from a different angle. This challenge includes 2 problems. One aimed more for intermediate level PowerShell scripters and one that might be a little more advanced.

it. These challenges are meant to not only prove your worth as a PowerShell Warrior but to also help educate and hone your skills. You are encouraged to post links to your work and solutions in the comments so that others may learn from your wisdom and experience.

world, this year's event will be virtual. And sad only in the sense that we can't come together and celebrate the community. This year's virtual even will have the same terrific content. However, there won't be the traditional Iron Scripter event. Instead The Chairman offers this challenge to test your PowerShell skills.

Scripter Game. However, that doesn't mean you shouldn't continue to hone your skills. The Chairman has been pestered the last several weeks for a new challenge. So be careful what you ask for.

This is not for the faint of heart. The Chairman wants you to raise the dead. Specifically deleted items in your Recycle Bin on a Windows 10 desktop.