PowerShell Community Call - March 21 2024
SSH Inbox @maertendMSFT
PSResourceGet Updates @SydneyhSmith
PS Gallery Updates @SydneyhSmith
VSCode Updates @SydneyhSmith
DSC v3 Update Michael Greene!
PSSA Release @JamesWTruher
PSRL Release @StevenBucher98
Doc Updates @sdwheeler
Sydney Smith (SHE/HER) - 1:54
Explains the trial of an evening change occurring once every six months to accommodate different time zones, particularly Asia and Australia.
Indicates that while the call's regular time will be maintained, occasional adjustments aim for inclusivity.
Thanks attendees and announces a brief waiting period for late arrivals.
Acknowledges Jason's welcome message in the chat.
Informs about the call being recorded and available on YouTube.
Highlights the adherence to the code of conduct and encourages participation.
Provides updates on Win32 OpenSSH, which will be installed by default in Windows Server 2025.
Emphasizes security measures and invites feedback.
Sydney Smith (SHE/HER) - 6:29
Updates on PS Resource Get:
Released patch version 103 for bug fixes.
Announces nearing completion of PS Resource Get Preview 1 with support for container registries.
Demonstrates registering a repository from Azure Container Registry (ACR) and discusses authentication integration with Azure Identity SDK.
Sydney Smith (SHE/HER) - 14:15
Clarifies James Brundage's inquiry about PS Resource Get compatibility with Docker and ACR.
Discusses potential name conflict concerns and assures compatibility efforts.
Updates on PSGallery:
Highlights UI changes and explains the difference between package owners and authors.
Addresses future plans for PSGallery and potential migration to V3 or integration with Azure Container Registry.
Sydney Smith (SHE/HER) - 32:56
Provides an update on the VS Code extension:
Mentions the recent preview update.
Highlights module updates and removal of the Command Explorer from default visibility.
Michael Greene (POWERSHELL) - 26:53
Discusses DSC V3 progress:
Delays code completion to mid-April.
Highlights abstraction between DSC and resources, aiming for compatibility and flexibility.
Outlines plans for adapters and cross-language resource support.
Announces Script Analyzer 1.22 release.
Acknowledges community contributions.
Reports PSReadline 2.4.0 beta release focused on bug fixes.
Encourages feedback for further improvements.
Provides updates on documentation:
Mentions updates for PowerShell 7.5, DSC, and Script Analyzer.
Highlights changes and additions to documentation content.
Sydney Smith (SHE/HER) - 37:26
Concludes the main agenda items.
Offers Jordan the opportunity for a demo.