Gilbert Sanchez (💻 HeyItsGilbert)
@gilbertsanchez.com
Staff Software Development Engineer. Formerly known as the "Señor Systems Engineer" at Meta. Preaching the value of #PowerShell, #DEI, and #DevEx. Always interested in Systems Thinking, Cognition, and Learning in Public.
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When I see someone hate on PowerShell it has, so far, always been because they misunderstand what it can do. That or they hate the syntax. Syntax style is kind of understandable if you prefer terse languages. But when you see the hate, just realize it comes from ignorance more than anything.
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The 2026 PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit OnRamp Scholarship applications are open until November 17, 2025!
If you’re new to #PowerShell, #automation, or #DevOps, this program is made for you.
👉 www.powershellsummit...
#PSHSummit
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If you’re new to #PowerShell, #automation, or #DevOps, this program is made for you.
👉 www.powershellsummit...
#PSHSummit
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November 5, 2025 at 10:17 PM
The 2026 PowerShell + DevOps Global Summit OnRamp Scholarship applications are open until November 17, 2025!
If you’re new to #PowerShell, #automation, or #DevOps, this program is made for you.
👉 www.powershellsummit...
#PSHSummit
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If you’re new to #PowerShell, #automation, or #DevOps, this program is made for you.
👉 www.powershellsummit...
#PSHSummit
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I've published a new issue of Behind the PowerShell Pipeline: PowerShell Temporary Work
Become a premium member to read the entire article and get access to the catalog of content going back to 2022. #PowerShell
Become a premium member to read the entire article and get access to the catalog of content going back to 2022. #PowerShell
PowerShell Temporary Work
buttondown.com
October 18, 2025 at 5:10 PM
I've published a new issue of Behind the PowerShell Pipeline: PowerShell Temporary Work
Become a premium member to read the entire article and get access to the catalog of content going back to 2022. #PowerShell
Become a premium member to read the entire article and get access to the catalog of content going back to 2022. #PowerShell
Sometimes I forget how much of a nerd I am. I got very excited during a team meeting this morning when my #PowerShell meeting notification script was able to flash the LED strip under my monitor via #WLED. When I have a meeting in <5m my monitor does a slow red flash.
October 20, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Sometimes I forget how much of a nerd I am. I got very excited during a team meeting this morning when my #PowerShell meeting notification script was able to flash the LED strip under my monitor via #WLED. When I have a meeting in <5m my monitor does a slow red flash.
I’m excited to share that I’ll be speaking at @powershellsummit.org 2026!
1. From Burnout to Built-to-Last: The Open Source Org Advantage
2. Markdown Madness: Static Sites for Fun & Profit
Two topics I'm super passionate about!
If you’re headed to #PSHSummit, let’s connect!
1. From Burnout to Built-to-Last: The Open Source Org Advantage
2. Markdown Madness: Static Sites for Fun & Profit
Two topics I'm super passionate about!
If you’re headed to #PSHSummit, let’s connect!
October 17, 2025 at 12:27 AM
I’m excited to share that I’ll be speaking at @powershellsummit.org 2026!
1. From Burnout to Built-to-Last: The Open Source Org Advantage
2. Markdown Madness: Static Sites for Fun & Profit
Two topics I'm super passionate about!
If you’re headed to #PSHSummit, let’s connect!
1. From Burnout to Built-to-Last: The Open Source Org Advantage
2. Markdown Madness: Static Sites for Fun & Profit
Two topics I'm super passionate about!
If you’re headed to #PSHSummit, let’s connect!
Uh... Was looking at the JWT PowerShell module. Noticed it was updated 18hrs ago, went to checkout the changelog... but the repo hasn't been updated in 4 years... Something smells fishy...
October 10, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Uh... Was looking at the JWT PowerShell module. Noticed it was updated 18hrs ago, went to checkout the changelog... but the repo hasn't been updated in 4 years... Something smells fishy...
There are 2 people in this world: Those who hear Suburban Home and (correctly) scream along, and everyone else. www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PP...
Suburban Home
YouTube video by Descendents - Topic
www.youtube.com
September 24, 2025 at 2:06 PM
There are 2 people in this world: Those who hear Suburban Home and (correctly) scream along, and everyone else. www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9PP...
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BTW, here's a peer reviewed study between siblings with and without autism, and it shows absolutely no link to Acetaminophen use during pregnancy for Autism, ADHD, or other intellectual disabilities.
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy and Children’s Risk of Autism, ADHD, and Intellectual Disability
This nationwide cohort study with sibling control analysis examines the association of acetaminophen use during pregnancy with children’s risk of autism, ADHD, and intellectual disability.
jamanetwork.com
September 22, 2025 at 9:31 PM
BTW, here's a peer reviewed study between siblings with and without autism, and it shows absolutely no link to Acetaminophen use during pregnancy for Autism, ADHD, or other intellectual disabilities.
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
For a second I thought this was saying that WMI was going! If you're moving to PowerShell, use the CIM commands where possible!
📌 Microsoft to Remove WMIC in Windows 11 25H2, Pushes PowerShell Adoption https://www.cyberhub.blog/article/13255-microsoft-to-remove-wmic-in-windows-11-25h2-pushes-powershell-adoption
Microsoft to Remove WMIC in Windows 11 25H2, Pushes PowerShell Adoption
Microsoft has announced the removal of the Windows Management Instrumentation Command-line (WMIC) tool in Windows 11 version 25H2 and later releases. This decision follows Microsoft's 2021 announcement that WMIC was deprecated and would be replaced by PowerShell. WMIC has been a staple for system administrators, enabling command-line management of Windows systems through WMI. Its removal underscores Microsoft's shift towards PowerShell, which offers more advanced scripting and automation capabilities.
The deprecation of WMIC has significant implications for cybersecurity professionals. Many scripts and tools that rely on WMIC for system queries, management tasks, and automation will need to be updated to use PowerShell cmdlets. This transition may pose challenges for organizations with extensive WMIC-based scripts, but it also presents an opportunity to adopt more modern and secure practices. PowerShell's robust features, including better integration with security tools and enhanced scripting capabilities, can improve operational efficiency and security posture.
For cybersecurity professionals, this change highlights the importance of staying current with Microsoft's evolving toolset. It is crucial to review and update existing scripts and tools to ensure compatibility with PowerShell. Additionally, this transition may impact security monitoring and incident response workflows that rely on WMIC. Organizations should plan for this change by testing PowerShell alternatives and updating their documentation and training materials accordingly.
In conclusion, while the removal of WMIC may cause some disruption, it aligns with Microsoft's broader strategy to modernize Windows management tools. By embracing PowerShell, cybersecurity professionals can leverage its advanced features to enhance their system management and security operations.
www.cyberhub.blog
September 18, 2025 at 12:00 AM
For a second I thought this was saying that WMI was going! If you're moving to PowerShell, use the CIM commands where possible!
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The wait is over! PowerShell Weekly for September 5, 2025 has just been published. Dive into the latest insights and scripts to make your life easier.
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8174
#PowerShell #Automation #TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8174
#PowerShell #Automation #TechNews
DOWST.DEV |
September 5, 2025
psweekly.dowst.dev
September 5, 2025 at 11:43 AM
The wait is over! PowerShell Weekly for September 5, 2025 has just been published. Dive into the latest insights and scripts to make your life easier.
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8174
#PowerShell #Automation #TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8174
#PowerShell #Automation #TechNews
#PowerShell is global, but most modules still speak only English. I wrote a blog post (gilbertsanchez.com/p...) on how to fix that with surprisingly simple built-in tools and community-driven translation workflows that actually work:
¿No Habla Inglés?: PowerShell Localization in Practice
PowerShell localization made simple: step-by-step localization, community-driven translations, and best practices for developers.
gilbertsanchez.com
September 1, 2025 at 6:36 PM
#PowerShell is global, but most modules still speak only English. I wrote a blog post (gilbertsanchez.com/p...) on how to fix that with surprisingly simple built-in tools and community-driven translation workflows that actually work:
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🚨New Microsoft MVP Alert🚨
Stephen Valdinger
Award Category: Microsoft Azure
Technology Area: PowerShell
Country: United States
Stephen Valdinger
Award Category: Microsoft Azure
Technology Area: PowerShell
Country: United States
September 1, 2025 at 4:29 PM
🚨New Microsoft MVP Alert🚨
Stephen Valdinger
Award Category: Microsoft Azure
Technology Area: PowerShell
Country: United States
Stephen Valdinger
Award Category: Microsoft Azure
Technology Area: PowerShell
Country: United States
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In which my friend @dotdot.horse discovers a vulnerable behavior in the macOS Screen Sharing app and it is now considered harmful. Use with caution.🎯
jakehildreth.github.io/blog/2025/08...
jakehildreth.github.io/blog/2025/08...
macOS Screen Sharing.app Considered Harmful
Babby’s First macOS Security Report Despite being my daily driver at both work and home, I’ve never dug too much into macOS security. I very occasionally read stuff from Patrick Wardle, but he’s the o...
jakehildreth.github.io
August 21, 2025 at 12:46 PM
In which my friend @dotdot.horse discovers a vulnerable behavior in the macOS Screen Sharing app and it is now considered harmful. Use with caution.🎯
jakehildreth.github.io/blog/2025/08...
jakehildreth.github.io/blog/2025/08...
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Brandon's first day of college. He just gave me a hug on the way out (so I know he's nervous 😂). I can't believe how fast this happened.
a man in a blue shirt and tie is saying `` alright i 'm gonna go cry '' .
Alt: Jake from Brooklyn 99 TV show in a blue shirt and tie is saying, "Alright I'm gonna go cry" as he gets up and walks away.
media.tenor.com
August 20, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Brandon's first day of college. He just gave me a hug on the way out (so I know he's nervous 😂). I can't believe how fast this happened.
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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
www.meetup.com/research-tri...
www.meetup.com/research-tri...
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
www.meetup.com
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...
The kids I used to hang out with when I was younger were considered "the bad kids" but as I got older I realized that most of us were just undiagnosed. There was so much creativity in that group, but we all struggled in a classroom setting. Unfortunately some of those friends still struggle.
It was already thought that ADHD drugs have wider benefits such as reducing criminal behaviour, but this study of 150,000 people in Sweden is the strongest evidence yet, according to the researchers 🧪
www.newscientist.com/article/2492...
www.newscientist.com/article/2492...
ADHD drugs reduce risk of criminal behaviour, drug abuse and accidents
A study of 150,000 people with ADHD in Sweden confirms that drugs taken to manage the condition have wider benefits beyond improving immediate symptoms
www.newscientist.com
August 14, 2025 at 2:01 PM
The kids I used to hang out with when I was younger were considered "the bad kids" but as I got older I realized that most of us were just undiagnosed. There was so much creativity in that group, but we all struggled in a classroom setting. Unfortunately some of those friends still struggle.
Last week, @dotdot.horse and I launched PSInclusive, a new GitHub org dedicated to publishing tools that support differently abled folks.
We kicked things off during #PSWednesday with the Accessibility #PowerShell module, a collection of functions designed to help differently abled folks.
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We kicked things off during #PSWednesday with the Accessibility #PowerShell module, a collection of functions designed to help differently abled folks.
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August 11, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Last week, @dotdot.horse and I launched PSInclusive, a new GitHub org dedicated to publishing tools that support differently abled folks.
We kicked things off during #PSWednesday with the Accessibility #PowerShell module, a collection of functions designed to help differently abled folks.
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We kicked things off during #PSWednesday with the Accessibility #PowerShell module, a collection of functions designed to help differently abled folks.
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We've been pretty quiet with our changes this past ~1yr but we want to let folks know about the improvements we've made to #psake and #PowerShellBuild #PowerShell modules. A big one is that @joshooaj.com and Trent Blackburn have joined to help contribute!
August - New Releases and more! | psake
Discover the latest updates and releases in psake and PowerShellBuild that you won't want to miss!
psake.dev
August 4, 2025 at 11:54 PM
We've been pretty quiet with our changes this past ~1yr but we want to let folks know about the improvements we've made to #psake and #PowerShellBuild #PowerShell modules. A big one is that @joshooaj.com and Trent Blackburn have joined to help contribute!
While working on psake.dev I started wondering if there was any way to offer data more cleanly to any LLM's that might look for it. I found out about llmstxt.org which is a way to offer simple text for LLM's to process.
The /llms.txt file – llms-txt
A proposal to standardise on using an /llms.txt file to provide information to help LLMs use a website at inference time.
llmstxt.org
August 3, 2025 at 12:07 AM
While working on psake.dev I started wondering if there was any way to offer data more cleanly to any LLM's that might look for it. I found out about llmstxt.org which is a way to offer simple text for LLM's to process.
I was wondering why I saw a 4x increase to my site visits yesterday. Thanks @jdhitsolutions.com for the shoutout in the newsletter! buttondown.com/behind-the-p...
Behind the PowerShell Pipeline
Welcome to Behind the PowerShell Pipeline, a subscription-based newsletter that will dive deeply into the world of PowerShell. I'll explore why and how PowerShell works, including why any of this matt...
buttondown.com
July 31, 2025 at 4:35 PM
I was wondering why I saw a 4x increase to my site visits yesterday. Thanks @jdhitsolutions.com for the shoutout in the newsletter! buttondown.com/behind-the-p...
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#PowerShell #Universal v5 by @adamdriscoll.bsky.social 💥
🖥️ Blazor admin console
🔐 Fine-grained permissions
🚀 Git-based deployments
🧪 Pester integration
📦 gRPC cmdlets
The PSU platform just levelled up.
📍See you in Wiesbaden → psconf.eu
#PSConfEU
🖥️ Blazor admin console
🔐 Fine-grained permissions
🚀 Git-based deployments
🧪 Pester integration
📦 gRPC cmdlets
The PSU platform just levelled up.
📍See you in Wiesbaden → psconf.eu
#PSConfEU
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Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
youtu.be
July 28, 2025 at 5:00 AM
#PowerShell #Universal v5 by @adamdriscoll.bsky.social 💥
🖥️ Blazor admin console
🔐 Fine-grained permissions
🚀 Git-based deployments
🧪 Pester integration
📦 gRPC cmdlets
The PSU platform just levelled up.
📍See you in Wiesbaden → psconf.eu
#PSConfEU
🖥️ Blazor admin console
🔐 Fine-grained permissions
🚀 Git-based deployments
🧪 Pester integration
📦 gRPC cmdlets
The PSU platform just levelled up.
📍See you in Wiesbaden → psconf.eu
#PSConfEU
Reposted by Gilbert Sanchez (💻 HeyItsGilbert)
Reposted by Gilbert Sanchez (💻 HeyItsGilbert)
Auto-magical docs for #PowerShell? Yes please.
@shaunlawrie.com shows how to:
📜 Autogenerate docs w/ PlatyPS
🎞️ Record GIFs w/ VHS
🖥️ Serve it w/ Astro
Doc your module like a pro.
🎟️ See you at #PSConfEU 2026 in Wiesbaden → psconf.eu
#Docs #DevTools
@shaunlawrie.com shows how to:
📜 Autogenerate docs w/ PlatyPS
🎞️ Record GIFs w/ VHS
🖥️ Serve it w/ Astro
Doc your module like a pro.
🎟️ See you at #PSConfEU 2026 in Wiesbaden → psconf.eu
#Docs #DevTools
- YouTube
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
youtu.be
July 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Auto-magical docs for #PowerShell? Yes please.
@shaunlawrie.com shows how to:
📜 Autogenerate docs w/ PlatyPS
🎞️ Record GIFs w/ VHS
🖥️ Serve it w/ Astro
Doc your module like a pro.
🎟️ See you at #PSConfEU 2026 in Wiesbaden → psconf.eu
#Docs #DevTools
@shaunlawrie.com shows how to:
📜 Autogenerate docs w/ PlatyPS
🎞️ Record GIFs w/ VHS
🖥️ Serve it w/ Astro
Doc your module like a pro.
🎟️ See you at #PSConfEU 2026 in Wiesbaden → psconf.eu
#Docs #DevTools
Bruce delivers pure gold as usual.
Bruce Payette dives deep into #PowerShell #proxy #functions 🧠
⚙️ RBAC
⚡ Memoization
📦 Cmdlet wrapping
📊 Streaming & logging
👀 A must-watch for advanced users!
📍 #PSConfEU 2026 → Wiesbaden. Tickets: psconf.eu
#DevOps #ProxyFunctions
⚙️ RBAC
⚡ Memoization
📦 Cmdlet wrapping
📊 Streaming & logging
👀 A must-watch for advanced users!
📍 #PSConfEU 2026 → Wiesbaden. Tickets: psconf.eu
#DevOps #ProxyFunctions
- YouTube
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
youtu.be
July 25, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Bruce delivers pure gold as usual.
Reposted by Gilbert Sanchez (💻 HeyItsGilbert)
July 24, 2025 at 8:49 PM