The PowerShell Cheat Sheet is a document that provides a quick reference guide for using PowerShell, a command-line shell and scripting language developed by Microsoft. It helps users learn and remember commonly used commands, syntax, and concepts in PowerShell.
Q: What is Powershell?
A: Powershell is a command-line shell and scripting language designed for system administration and automation in Windows.
Q: How do I open Powershell?
A: You can open Powershell by typing 'Powershell' in the search bar or by pressing Win + X and selecting 'Windows PowerShell'.
Q: What is a commandlet?
A: A commandlet is a reusable, single-function command in Powershell. It follows a Verb-Noun naming convention and can be combined with other commandlets to perform more complex tasks.
Q: What is a variable in Powershell?
A: A variable in Powershell is a named storage location that can hold a value or an object. You can assign values to variables and reference their values later in your script.
Q: How do I comment out code in Powershell?
A: You can comment out code in Powershell by using the '#' symbol. Anything after the '#' symbol on a line is treated as a comment and is ignored by the interpreter.