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November 14, 2025 at 2:35 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

CSV or JSON? Which side are you on? Watch the latest PoshBytes Versus and find out how PowerShell handles types, nesting, and readability in this serialization showdown.

Watch now: youtube.com/shorts/J3-0M...

#PowerShell #Automation #Scripting #DevOps

PoshBytes: Json Vs Csv

DOWST.DEV | November 7, 2025

November 12, 2025 at 1:12 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

The newest edition of PowerShell Weekly for November 7, 2025 is live! Get your hands on the latest insights and advancements in PowerShell. Perfect Friday reading for every IT pro!
#PowerShell #Automation #TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8364

PoshBytes: Encrypting secrets with Protect-CmsMessage (without summoning eldritch IT beings)

November 7, 2025 at 12:53 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

Stop sharing secrets in plain text.
Use Protect-CmsMessage like a pro to encrypt, decrypt, done.
Watch the latest PoshBytes to see it in action.

youtube.com/shorts/ZsLkp...

#PowerShell #Automation #Scripting #DevOps

DOWST.DEV | October 31, 2025

November 5, 2025 at 3:16 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

An extra spooky edition of PowerShell Weekly for October 31, 2025! Well not really spooky, but I did include a fun Easter...uhm Halloween Egg.
#PowerShell #Automation #TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8342

PoshBytes: -replace vs .Replace()

October 31, 2025 at 12:48 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

FYI, I've received multiple confirmations that services running behind #Azure Front Door are offline.

October 29, 2025 at 4:38 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

Regex wizardry vs the blunt hammer of literal text!
This week on #PoshBytes: -replace vs .Replace()
Which one should you use?
Watch now and decide for yourself www.youtube.com/shorts/mUV3s...
#PowerShell #Automation #Scripting #DevOps

DOWST.DEV | October 24, 2025

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October 29, 2025 at 12:10 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

PowerShell enthusiasts, the wait is over! The newest PowerShell Weekly for October 24, 2025 is out now. Catch up on all things PowerShell and elevate your scripting game.
#PowerShell #Automation #TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8324

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

October 24, 2025 at 12:42 PM

Reposted by Matthew Dowst

PSConfEU

@psconf.eu

🗓️ #MiniCon Recording: Save the PSDate – @mdowst.dowst.dev
Learn how the PSDates module solves formatting, time zone, ISO 8601 & cron scheduling pain in #PowerShell — reliably
▶️ youtu.be/sClGrh0O6FE?si=Fn0...
🎟️ #PSConfEU 2026 → psconf.eu
#Automation #APIs #DevOps

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October 22, 2025 at 10:25 AM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

Today on PoshBytes, learn how to create custom properties right in the pipeline with Select-Object.

Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/shorts/XyrTt...
Full commands at: www.dowst.dev?p=3941

#PowerShell #Automation #Scripting #DevOps

PoshBytes: Select-Object With Custom Properties (Because Plain Properties Are Boring)

DOWST.DEV | October 17, 2025

October 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

PowerShell Weekly for October 17, 2025 is out now! Uncover the freshest scripts, tools, and community highlights. Your go-to resource for all things PowerShell!
#PowerShell #Automation #TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8303

PoshBytes: Copy, Paste, Automate!

October 17, 2025 at 12:40 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

New #PoshBytes episode is live!

In this one, we explore PowerShell’s Get-Clipboard and Set-Clipboard. Two tiny cmdlets that make copy/paste automation ridiculously easy.

youtube.com/shorts/rEKMc...

#PowerShell #Automation #Scripting #DevOps

PSDates provides you all the tools you need when working with dates and times in PowerShell. It contains function to help you find specific date formats, get certain dates based on other dates (first/...

October 15, 2025 at 12:46 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

Thanks to everyone who attended my session at @psconf.eu MiniCon today.

The new version of PSDates has been uploaded to the PowerShell Gallery with the new Get-DateSummary and Format-TimeSpan functions.

www.powershellgallery.com/packages/PSD...

#PowerShell #automation #DevOps

PSDates 1.0.6

www.powershellgallery.com

October 14, 2025 at 6:26 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

Don't miss out on this awesome FREE event happening tomorrow. It's completely virtual so anyone can sign up. Tickets are still available.

PSConfEU @psconf.eu · Oct 8

💡 Save the PSDate
👨‍🏫 @mdowst.dowst.dev - Principal Consultant-Automation Solution
🗓️ 14 Oct | #PSConfEU MiniCon
👉 Free ticket: synedgy.com/psconfeu-minicon
#PowerShell #automation

October 13, 2025 at 1:51 PM

Reposted by Matthew Dowst

$k@tterBr@1nz

@skatterbrainz.bsky.social

I just published a #powershell extension module for SecretManagement with Linux keyrings. If you try it out I'd love to hear feedback. www.powershellgallery.com/packages/Sec...

SecretManagement.LinuxKeyring 1.0.0

SecretManagement extension vault for Linux keyring (libsecret) - session-based unlocking

www.powershellgallery.com

October 11, 2025 at 7:49 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

PowerShell Weekly for October 10, 2025 is out now with all the tips and tricks you need to automate your day. Check it out!
#PowerShell #Automation #TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8283

DOWST.DEV | October 10, 2025

October 10, 2025 at 12:19 PM

Reposted by Matthew Dowst

PSConfEU

@psconf.eu

💡 Save the PSDate
👨‍🏫 @mdowst.dowst.dev - Principal Consultant-Automation Solution
🗓️ 14 Oct | #PSConfEU MiniCon
👉 Free ticket: synedgy.com/psconfeu-minicon
#PowerShell #automation

October 8, 2025 at 3:45 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

Today on PoshBytes: the often forgotten, always useful Update-List.

youtube.com/shorts/eaCoo...

#PowerShell #PoshBytes #Automation

PoshBytes: Update-List

DOWST.DEV | October 3, 2025

October 8, 2025 at 12:05 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

Just released: The latest edition of PowerShell Weekly for October 3, 2025! Discover new scripts, best practices, and the latest news in the PowerShell community. Don't miss out!

#PowerShell #Automation #TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8262

PoshBytes: Arrays vs Lists

October 3, 2025 at 12:57 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

On this edition of PohBytes, a showdown for the ages, Arrays vs. Lists!
Two contenders, two minutes, no fluff, many .Add()s and +=s.
Watch now → youtube.com/shorts/ADUEv...
#PowerShell #Scripting #Automation

DOWST.DEV | September 26, 2025

October 1, 2025 at 1:14 PM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

PowerShell enthusiasts, rejoice! PowerShell Weekly for September 26, 2025 is out now. Discover new ways to streamline your tasks and boost productivity.
#PowerShell #Automation #TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8241

DOWST.DEV | September 19, 2025

September 26, 2025 at 12:36 PM

Reposted by Matthew Dowst

PSConfEU

@psconf.eu

💡 Save the PSDate
👨‍🏫 @mdowst.dowst.dev - Principal Consultant-Automation Solution
🗓️ 14 Oct | #PSConfEU MiniCon
👉 Free ticket: synedgy.com/psconfeu-minicon
#PowerShell #automation

September 22, 2025 at 5:30 AM

Reposted by Matthew Dowst

PSConfEU

@psconf.eu

The #PSConfEU MiniCon schedule is here! 🚀
An evening of #PowerShell, #Automation, #AI, #DSC, #Testing & more.

📅 14 Oct 2025 | Online | Starting at 4pm (CET)
🎟️ Tickets: synedgy.com/psconfeu-minicon

#DevOps #Community

September 19, 2025 at 10:30 AM

Matthew Dowst

@mdowst.dowst.dev

New edition alert! PowerShell Weekly for September 18, 2025 is packed with the latest tutorials, updates, and community insights. Don't miss your weekly dose of PowerShell wisdom!
#PowerShell #Automation #TechNews
psweekly.dowst.dev?p=8220