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In an effort to keep folks as fully informed as possible, I’ll periodically share information about the Summit for next year. In this update, I want to explain how we’re hoping to address some of the issues (all good ones, actually) that we’ve experienced with the 2013 event. …
Folks often ask for some advice on what to do, and what not to do, in the forums. Here are some suggestions. Don’t apologize for being a “noob” or “newbie” or “n00b.” There’s just no need - nobody will think you’re stupid, and the forums are all …
It’s now available globally. I suggest downloading the Program Guide, which includes the agreement and directions for enrolling. There’s also a specific guide for the PowerShell 3.0 Toolmaking examination, which you should read prior to paying. Once you’ve paid, and sent in the …
Before the verification exam becomes available to the public, I need ONE OR TWO people to be the first through the complete program. This is not a “beta;” the exam is finalized and you will have to pay for your verification. The first one or two people will be semi-automated as I nail …
Ok, aftermath time. In Winter Scripting Camp I saw some very cool stuff, but I know folks want to learn from this event too, so I want to call out some stuff that I didn’t like so much, and explain why. I’m keeping these brief - if you’d like a longer explanation, hit me up in the …
We’re well into our beta for the VERIFIED EFFECTIVEâ„¢ Windows PowerShell 3.0 Toolmaker exam, and expect the program to go live in March or April of 2013. There’s a good bit of information on the program home page that you should review if you’re interested in getting verified. [As …
NOTE: As of 4th February, we’re full up for the beta. Check back later this year for the program launch. I’m ready to begin a formal beta test of the new VERIFIED EFFECTIVEâ„¢ examination program, which we’d previously referred to as “PowerShell Verified.” Participation …
Everything’s been going pretty smoothly, so we’ve decided to open Winter Scripting Camp to everyone! Read everything below carefully for the best camping experience! Scripting Camp is a precursor to the Scripting Games, which will kick off in late April. During Camp, you’ll have …
We’ll be announcing Winter Scripting Camp the first week of February. This is a special invite-only event that will be open to subscribers of the PowerShell.org TechLetter. It will work just like the Scripting Games, but will feature only a couple of events and will not include any prizes. We …
We’re already planning for the 2014 Summit… you have to get way out in front of these things to secure space, plan a budget, and more. Here’s what we know: We’ll definitely still be in the Seattle metro area. That’s the best way to ensure participation from the …
