Doug Finke Launches PSAISuite, Jim Tyler Unveils Get-Test

Mar 17, 2025

Get-Test a PowerShell Practice Test Module: I have released a new module for taking practice tests, coupled with numerous IT practice test questions. https://github.com/jimrtyler/Get-Test

Self modifying code building a self replicating AI agent: Doug Finke takes a deep dive with Evan Boyle.

Exploring PowerShell for Physical Security and Automation: Andrew sits down with Cody Paternostro, creator of RemotePro.

PowerShell Tinkerers

PowerShell PXEServer for WinPE Images: User illsk1lls has made a pretty impressive PXEServer setup, available here on Github: https://github.com/illsk1lls/PXEServer - Read more of their commentary on their Reddit post: https://www.reddit.com/r/PowerShell/comments/1j8k11s/powershell_pxeserver_for_winpe_images/
PSAISuite: Doug Finke has launched a comprehensive AI suite of tools for PowerShell: https://github.com/dfinke/psaisuite

Windows 11 Update Unintentionally Removes Copilot: The latest Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11, initiated on March 11th, have caused Microsoft's Copilot app to be mistakenly uninstalled and unpinned from the taskbar on some devices. Microsoft acknowledged the issue and stated that a fix is in progress. Affected users can reinstall the app from the Microsoft Store and manually pin it to the taskbar. This incident occurs as Microsoft rolls out an improved native version of the Copilot app with a better UI and a press-to-talk hotkey, similar to Cortana on Windows 10.

https://www.theverge.com/news/631053/microsoft-windows-11-update-uninstall-copilot

Announcing Microsoft Desired State Configuration v3.0.0 - It’s official—Microsoft’s Desired State Configuration (DSC) 3.0.0 is now generally available, and this is a big deal. DSC has always been about making system and application management simpler, and this release pushes that even further, especially in cloud-native and cross-platform environments. Read more: https://devblogs.microsoft.com/powershell/announcing-dsc-v3/
Windows Server 2025 Enhancements: Microsoft has unveiled Windows Server 2025, introducing advanced features that improve security, performance, and flexibility. Notable updates include the ability to upgrade directly from Windows Server 2012 R2, a desktop experience aligning with Windows 11's style, native support for Bluetooth devices, and the inclusion of DTrace for real-time system performance monitoring. Additionally, features like Hotpatch (preview) allow OS security updates without restarting machines, and Credential Guard is now enabled by default on compatible devices.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/get-started/whats-new-windows-server-2025