The PowerShell community call took place in July, covering a wide range of topics, updates, and demos. Below are the key highlights from the meeting:
Sydney updated the community on PSResource Git, mentioning the first beta release and the upcoming preview. The next preview is expected to include published support, credential persistence, error messaging improvements, and support for pre-release dependencies. PSResource Git is now available in the 7.4 preview of PowerShell.
Additionally, a live public bug bash for PSResource Git will take place on July 27th. This event is open to everyone and will provide an opportunity to address bugs and offer feedback.
A demo of the new experimental feature "feedback providers" was conducted. This feature aims to offer users feedback as they interact with the PowerShell shell. Two new feedback providers have been introduced: CommandNotFound and JSON Adapter. These providers improve the user experience, making it more seamless and efficient.
The Pester Test Extension for VS Code was showcased, focusing on its recent improvements. With better logging and Mac/Linux/CodeSpaces support, the extension enhances the pester test development experience. Additional integrations like refresh, cancel, and reset buttons add convenience for users as they work on their tests.
Sydney and Steven attended the PowerShell Conference Europe, sharing their experience at the event. They discussed various topics, including the upcoming virtual mini-conference, PSResource Git, and PowerShell extension demos.
An update on DSC V3 was provided, which includes a shift to JSON and YAML for configuration. The new approach aims to offer a general platform for configuration as code, supporting Windows, Linux, and macOS systems.
The call concluded with an open discussion session, inviting community members to share their demos, feedback, and questions. The community was encouraged to participate in upcoming events and share topics for future calls.
Stay tuned for the next PowerShell community call to join the conversation, share your insights, and learn about the latest PowerShell developments!