Josh King
@toastit.dev
Geek, Father, Walking Helpdesk.
Former Microsoft MVP, Cloud and Datacenter Management. He/Him
Former Microsoft MVP, Cloud and Datacenter Management. He/Him
I'm suddenly reminded that corporate phishing training is a warning, not an instruction manual.
November 27, 2025 at 6:27 AM
I'm suddenly reminded that corporate phishing training is a warning, not an instruction manual.
Went through my sticker stash and (attempted to) cover my laptop. Which naturally lead to a his and hers comparison.
November 23, 2025 at 3:07 AM
Went through my sticker stash and (attempted to) cover my laptop. Which naturally lead to a his and hers comparison.
* I _think_ I can support as far back as Pwsh 7.0, but leaning towards making 7.4 the line in the sand.
* Easier branding without having to mess with shortcuts like in v1.
Early days yet. Likely to need to do preview releases so keep an eye out for them.
* Easier branding without having to mess with shortcuts like in v1.
Early days yet. Likely to need to do preview releases so keep an eye out for them.
November 17, 2025 at 7:41 AM
* I _think_ I can support as far back as Pwsh 7.0, but leaning towards making 7.4 the line in the sand.
* Easier branding without having to mess with shortcuts like in v1.
Early days yet. Likely to need to do preview releases so keep an eye out for them.
* Easier branding without having to mess with shortcuts like in v1.
Early days yet. Likely to need to do preview releases so keep an eye out for them.
I sat down to work on #BurntToast this afternoon and it very quickly spiralled into working on a v2 release.
At the moment this is looking like:
* Moving to binary (i.e. compiled C#) module.
* Dropping support for Windows #PowerShell.
At the moment this is looking like:
* Moving to binary (i.e. compiled C#) module.
* Dropping support for Windows #PowerShell.
November 17, 2025 at 7:41 AM
I sat down to work on #BurntToast this afternoon and it very quickly spiralled into working on a v2 release.
At the moment this is looking like:
* Moving to binary (i.e. compiled C#) module.
* Dropping support for Windows #PowerShell.
At the moment this is looking like:
* Moving to binary (i.e. compiled C#) module.
* Dropping support for Windows #PowerShell.
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Created a visual notification designer and testing tool for the #BurntToast PowerShell module @toastit.dev . Design notifications with a GUI, test them instantly, then copy the #PowerShell command to use in your scripts! Still a work in progress. Might be a bad idea lol. github.com/hov172/BurnT...
GitHub - hov172/BurnToast_Notification_Studio: A visual notification designer and testing tool for the [BurntToast](https://github.com/Windos/BurntToast) PowerShell module. Design notifications with a...
A visual notification designer and testing tool for the [BurntToast](https://github.com/Windos/BurntToast) PowerShell module. Design notifications with a modern GUI, test them instantly, then copy ...
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November 12, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Created a visual notification designer and testing tool for the #BurntToast PowerShell module @toastit.dev . Design notifications with a GUI, test them instantly, then copy the #PowerShell command to use in your scripts! Still a work in progress. Might be a bad idea lol. github.com/hov172/BurnT...
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Did you know #PowerShell has a load of built-in PEBKAC repellent? Learn all about it on Wednesday at the Pacific PowerShell user group where I teach you all you will hopefully need to know to add parameter validation to your code.
🔗 Link:
🔗 Link:
Cliff diving with PowerShell (And other bad ideas) (by Stephen Valdinger), Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 6:00 PM | Meetup
Much like you wouldn't go BASE jumping without a parachute, you wouldn't hand a script to someone with validation, right? Right??? In this session, we'll cover some tips an
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November 11, 2025 at 2:05 AM
Did you know #PowerShell has a load of built-in PEBKAC repellent? Learn all about it on Wednesday at the Pacific PowerShell user group where I teach you all you will hopefully need to know to add parameter validation to your code.
🔗 Link:
🔗 Link:
Thanks again to @andrewpla.tech for having me on #PowerShell Wednesday and the PowerShell Podcast recent. Had a blast, always love talking about toast (and catching up with a mate!)
BurntToast turns #PowerShell into lovely toast notifications
Here’s @toastit.dev creating a toast notification with a button that launches Notepad. Use your imagination and think of the possibilities!
Try it yourself:
Install-Module BurntToast
New-BurntToastNotification
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Here’s @toastit.dev creating a toast notification with a button that launches Notepad. Use your imagination and think of the possibilities!
Try it yourself:
Install-Module BurntToast
New-BurntToastNotification
1/2
November 7, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Thanks again to @andrewpla.tech for having me on #PowerShell Wednesday and the PowerShell Podcast recent. Had a blast, always love talking about toast (and catching up with a mate!)
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BurntToast turns #PowerShell into lovely toast notifications
Here’s @toastit.dev creating a toast notification with a button that launches Notepad. Use your imagination and think of the possibilities!
Try it yourself:
Install-Module BurntToast
New-BurntToastNotification
1/2
Here’s @toastit.dev creating a toast notification with a button that launches Notepad. Use your imagination and think of the possibilities!
Try it yourself:
Install-Module BurntToast
New-BurntToastNotification
1/2
November 6, 2025 at 11:27 PM
BurntToast turns #PowerShell into lovely toast notifications
Here’s @toastit.dev creating a toast notification with a button that launches Notepad. Use your imagination and think of the possibilities!
Try it yourself:
Install-Module BurntToast
New-BurntToastNotification
1/2
Here’s @toastit.dev creating a toast notification with a button that launches Notepad. Use your imagination and think of the possibilities!
Try it yourself:
Install-Module BurntToast
New-BurntToastNotification
1/2
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I just published version 1.0.0 of psedit. It's a terminal-based editor for PowerShell. This includes a new variable window, some bug fixing, YAML syntax highlighting and updates to the latest version of GUI.cs. github.com/ironmansoftw...
Release 1.0.0 · ironmansoftware/psedit
What's Changed
#64 upgrade to terminal gui 1.17.1 by @halvarsson in #65
Add support for YAML by @adamdriscoll in #70
Add YAML to file save. by @adamdriscoll in #71
Fixes #66 by @adamdriscoll in #7...
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November 1, 2025 at 2:01 AM
I just published version 1.0.0 of psedit. It's a terminal-based editor for PowerShell. This includes a new variable window, some bug fixing, YAML syntax highlighting and updates to the latest version of GUI.cs. github.com/ironmansoftw...
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It’s wild to think the BurntToast #PowerShell module has been making Windows notifications for 10 years.
In our latest PowerShell Podcast episode, I got to chat with its creator @toastit.dev about finally hitting version 1.0 after a decade of community love and iteration.
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In our latest PowerShell Podcast episode, I got to chat with its creator @toastit.dev about finally hitting version 1.0 after a decade of community love and iteration.
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November 4, 2025 at 3:51 PM
It’s wild to think the BurntToast #PowerShell module has been making Windows notifications for 10 years.
In our latest PowerShell Podcast episode, I got to chat with its creator @toastit.dev about finally hitting version 1.0 after a decade of community love and iteration.
1/2
In our latest PowerShell Podcast episode, I got to chat with its creator @toastit.dev about finally hitting version 1.0 after a decade of community love and iteration.
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@dotdot.horse challenged me to a contest of skill. I accepted.
Eldoria. She is now... TOASTED!
Thanks to @toastit.dev for the awesome BurntToast library!
For giggles, Eldoria will use BurntToast to create and update a toast during battles. :)
youtu.be/ImB9gd61rlo
#gamedev #powershell
Eldoria. She is now... TOASTED!
Thanks to @toastit.dev for the awesome BurntToast library!
For giggles, Eldoria will use BurntToast to create and update a toast during battles. :)
youtu.be/ImB9gd61rlo
#gamedev #powershell
Toasting Eldoria Part 2
YouTube video by Gregory Martin
youtu.be
October 30, 2025 at 11:41 PM
@dotdot.horse challenged me to a contest of skill. I accepted.
Eldoria. She is now... TOASTED!
Thanks to @toastit.dev for the awesome BurntToast library!
For giggles, Eldoria will use BurntToast to create and update a toast during battles. :)
youtu.be/ImB9gd61rlo
#gamedev #powershell
Eldoria. She is now... TOASTED!
Thanks to @toastit.dev for the awesome BurntToast library!
For giggles, Eldoria will use BurntToast to create and update a toast during battles. :)
youtu.be/ImB9gd61rlo
#gamedev #powershell
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This PowerShell Wednesday, we raise a toast (notification)!
@toastit.dev , the mind behind BurntToast, is showing how to make toast notifications in #PowerShell and what's new in v1
2pm ET, or watch at your convenience
@toastit.dev , the mind behind BurntToast, is showing how to make toast notifications in #PowerShell and what's new in v1
2pm ET, or watch at your convenience
Building Toast Notifications in PowerShell with BurntToast v1
Josh King will show us how to build custom toast notifications for your users, explore the latest features in BurntToast v1, and see practical examples you can use in your scripts today. Whether you want to alert users about updates, display automation results, or just have some fun with PowerShell
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October 29, 2025 at 4:13 PM
This PowerShell Wednesday, we raise a toast (notification)!
@toastit.dev , the mind behind BurntToast, is showing how to make toast notifications in #PowerShell and what's new in v1
2pm ET, or watch at your convenience
@toastit.dev , the mind behind BurntToast, is showing how to make toast notifications in #PowerShell and what's new in v1
2pm ET, or watch at your convenience
That is a whole different price bracket from the Portal though. Part of the calculus for me when I was weighing things up was that I couldn't guarantee that the kids wouldn't be on the Xbox when I was trying to play from wherever I was at.
October 13, 2025 at 2:46 AM
That is a whole different price bracket from the Portal though. Part of the calculus for me when I was weighing things up was that I couldn't guarantee that the kids wouldn't be on the Xbox when I was trying to play from wherever I was at.
This is just commentary on remote gaming in general, not the Portal or PS Remote Play as I'm not in that ecosystem.
I personally ended up getting a Steam Deck and play games locally on that as then I know I can use it anywhere (including long plan trips with no WiFi).
I personally ended up getting a Steam Deck and play games locally on that as then I know I can use it anywhere (including long plan trips with no WiFi).
October 13, 2025 at 2:46 AM
This is just commentary on remote gaming in general, not the Portal or PS Remote Play as I'm not in that ecosystem.
I personally ended up getting a Steam Deck and play games locally on that as then I know I can use it anywhere (including long plan trips with no WiFi).
I personally ended up getting a Steam Deck and play games locally on that as then I know I can use it anywhere (including long plan trips with no WiFi).
Your experience is going to be largely dictated by your internet connections (at home and wherever you're at). I wouldn't count on hotel WiFi being all that great for it.
The type of games being played can have an impact too. e.g. you're probably not going to want to be playing anything competitive
The type of games being played can have an impact too. e.g. you're probably not going to want to be playing anything competitive
October 13, 2025 at 2:46 AM
Your experience is going to be largely dictated by your internet connections (at home and wherever you're at). I wouldn't count on hotel WiFi being all that great for it.
The type of games being played can have an impact too. e.g. you're probably not going to want to be playing anything competitive
The type of games being played can have an impact too. e.g. you're probably not going to want to be playing anything competitive
Obligitory @pepperraccoon.com sticker given the #stabbyTuesday vibes: pepperraccoon.com/products/a-l...
A Little Stab Vinyl Sticker
Just as a treat... Bring ominously adorable style into your life with A Little Stab! Its premium vinyl material offers long-lasting durability and great adhesion, making it perfect for laptops, locker...
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September 24, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Obligitory @pepperraccoon.com sticker given the #stabbyTuesday vibes: pepperraccoon.com/products/a-l...
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Stickers for the real important issues:
September 19, 2025 at 3:18 AM
Stickers for the real important issues:
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@stevenjudd.bsky.social is back on the #PowerShell Podcast 🎙️
We talked about beginnings, pushing through the “valley of despair,” and why community is the key to growth.
Clip below 👇 Full episode here: youtu.be/yu6RVPwp8KY
We talked about beginnings, pushing through the “valley of despair,” and why community is the key to growth.
Clip below 👇 Full episode here: youtu.be/yu6RVPwp8KY
September 18, 2025 at 9:16 PM
@stevenjudd.bsky.social is back on the #PowerShell Podcast 🎙️
We talked about beginnings, pushing through the “valley of despair,” and why community is the key to growth.
Clip below 👇 Full episode here: youtu.be/yu6RVPwp8KY
We talked about beginnings, pushing through the “valley of despair,” and why community is the key to growth.
Clip below 👇 Full episode here: youtu.be/yu6RVPwp8KY
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Are you an AI hater? Then these pins are for you! Just dropped in my shop! Made from eco-friendly recycled acrylic. ✨ shop.breelundberg.com/product/anti...
September 19, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Are you an AI hater? Then these pins are for you! Just dropped in my shop! Made from eco-friendly recycled acrylic. ✨ shop.breelundberg.com/product/anti...
All of them!
a close up of a man 's face with a beard looking at the camera .
ALT: a close up of a man 's face with a beard looking at the camera .
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September 19, 2025 at 2:47 AM
All of them!
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Join Josh King for a look at his BurntToast PowerShell module! BurntToast acts like a personal chef for your Windows notifications Josh will recap BurntToast’s history and reveal what lies ahead for this fantastic module. #powershell @toastit.dev
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BurntToast v1.0: Celebrating a Decade of Windows Notifications (Josh King), Wed, Aug 20, 2025, 6:00 PM | Meetup
The BurntToast PowerShell module acts like a personal chef for your Windows notifications — delivering those small pop-up messages in the corner of your screen, but with fa
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August 20, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Join Josh King for a look at his BurntToast PowerShell module! BurntToast acts like a personal chef for your Windows notifications Josh will recap BurntToast’s history and reveal what lies ahead for this fantastic module. #powershell @toastit.dev
www.meetup.com/research-tri...
www.meetup.com/research-tri...
Come join me (virtually) at next week's RTPSUG meeting where I'll be talking about the past, present, and future of #BurntToast www.meetup.com/research-tri... #PowerShell
BurntToast v1.0: Celebrating a Decade of Windows Notifications (Josh King), Wed, Aug 20, 2025, 6:00 PM | Meetup
The BurntToast PowerShell module is like a personal chef for your Windows notifications — it serves up those little pop-up messages in the corner of your screen, but with w
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August 14, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Come join me (virtually) at next week's RTPSUG meeting where I'll be talking about the past, present, and future of #BurntToast www.meetup.com/research-tri... #PowerShell
Too many legends for one stage to hold!
August 12, 2025 at 3:45 AM
Too many legends for one stage to hold!