AZ-040 Automating Administration with Windows PowerShell In-company Training

The "Automating Administration with Windows PowerShell (AZ-040)" training is designed for IT professionals who want to automate administrative tasks and optimize workflows within their Windows and hybrid IT environments. This hands-on training equips participants with the skills to work more efficiently using PowerShell – from basic commands to advanced scripts and automation techniques.

Participants will learn PowerShell syntax, pipelines, variables, arrays, script modules, and advanced functions. The training also covers managing Windows Servers, Azure resources, and Microsoft 365 services using PowerShell. Through realistic scenarios and assignments, learners gain practical experience in automating tasks like user management, reporting, and remote operations.

After completing this training, participants will be able to automate repetitive tasks, apply PowerShell effectively in their daily work, and contribute more strategically to their organization.

Target audience

This training is intended for system administrators, infrastructure specialists, and IT professionals with Windows Server experience who want to automate their administrative processes.

Training objectives

You will learn how to use PowerShell to manage and automate Windows environments. The course builds both foundational and advanced knowledge to apply PowerShell effectively in your organization.

Training topics

• PowerShell fundamentals: syntax, cmdlets, pipeline, and PSProviders
• Local system administration (Active Directory, network management)
• Scripting: variables, arrays, error handling, functions, and modules
• Remote management using PowerShell
• Managing Azure and Microsoft 365 with PowerShell
• Using background jobs and scheduled jobs

After completion you will know

• The structure and functionality of PowerShell
• How to automate daily administrative tasks
• How to write and use scripts in production environments

Prerequisites

Experience with Windows Server administration, network configurations, and basic command-line tools is required.

Why choose in-company training?

• Up to 12 participants per group
• Customization in language (EN or NL), level, and learning goals
• Intake interview with certified trainer (MCT)
• Optional online skills assessment in advance
• Practical training, not based on a fixed course book
• Certified trainer with real-world experience
• Handouts and certificate of completion included
• Aftercare: 3 months of email support after the course

Practical details

Duration: 4 days (6 hours per day), standard hours 09:30–16:30. Other times available on request.

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What is AZ-040 Automating Administration with Windows PowerShell?

AZ-040 is an official Microsoft course that teaches IT professionals how to automate administrative tasks using PowerShell. It is part of the Microsoft certification path for Windows Server Administrators.