Infrastructure & Security Deployment - PowerShell
Module Overview
This module equips learners with the skills to automate IT operations and cloud management using PowerShell and AzureCLI. From local system scripting to provisioning and managing Azure resources, participants will gain hands-on experience with real-world scenarios, improving efficiency, consistency, and scalability in IT environments.
Who Should Take This Module?
This Module Is For
- Aspiring Azure and Cloud Engineers looking to gain hands-on automation skills
- IT and Network Professionals transitioning into cloud and automation roles
- DevOps Engineers seeking to automate deployments and operational tasks
- Professionals preparing for Microsoft Azure certifications, especially those focusing on automation and security
The Learning Experience
By the end of this module, learners will be able to:
- Set up VSCode and PowerShell environments optimized for automation
- Automate routine system and cloud tasks efficiently
- Write reusable, modular PowerShell scripts for IT operations
- Provision, configure, and manage Azure resources programmatically
- Integrate automation scripts into DevOps workflows and CI/CD pipelines
- Apply best practices for security, scaling, and operational reliability
Full Module Curriculum
1. Setting Up VSCode for PowerShell and AzureCLI
- Installing VSCode and PowerShell: Step-by-step installation and setup for Windows and cross-platform environments
- Configuring VSCode for Automation: Customizing terminal, integrating AzureCLI, extensions, and shortcuts
- Basic Usage and Productivity Tips: Creating and running scripts, navigating files, debugging, and keyboard shortcuts to improve workflow
- Best Practices: Organizing scripts, version control integration, and environment setup
2. File System Management and Automation
- Basic File and Directory Operations: Creating, copying, moving, and deleting files and folders efficiently
- Advanced Directory Management: Recursive operations, bulk file handling, and managing large file systems
- File and Directory Permissions: Understanding ACLs, managing user/group permissions, and automating security policies
- Automation Scripts: Writing scripts to manage file systems, backup tasks, and periodic cleanup
3. Automation for IT Operations
- Routine Task Automation: Automating software installation, updates, and system configurations
- Service Management: Starting, stopping, monitoring, and automating Windows services
- Scheduled Tasks: Using PowerShell and Windows Task Scheduler for recurring operations
- Best Practices for Automation: Writing reusable scripts, logging, and error handling
4. PowerShell Scripting Basics
- Variables, Loops, and Conditionals: Controlling script logic, flow, and iterations
- Functions and Modules: Creating modular, reusable code for scalable scripts
- Error Handling and Debugging: Try/Catch, logging, and best practices for troubleshooting scripts
- Advanced Techniques: Pipeline usage, object manipulation, and interacting with APIs
5. Azure / Cloud Automation
- Provisioning Azure Resources: Using PowerShell and AzureCLI to deploy virtual machines, storage, databases, and network resources
- Managing Azure Resources: Automating scaling, updates, and maintenance of cloud services
- Advanced Automation: Implementing Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) concepts, ARM templates, and script-driven resource orchestration
- Security and Compliance Automation: Configuring access policies, role-based access controls, and monitoring scripts for compliance
- Integration with CI/CD Pipelines: Automating deployments and updates in DevOps workflows
Your Instructors
Akin Aregbesola
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With over three decades of experience in IT, cloud computing, and business leadership, I have built a strong reputation for delivering enterprise-level cloud solutions and designing high-impact training programs that prepare professionals for in-demand roles across the IT industry. Early in my career, I founded and scaled my first IT training company from the ground up, growing it to a 35-member team and establishing it as a leading training provider in the region. This journey strengthened my managerial, leadership, and executive capabilities, which continue to shape my strategic and operational approach as CEO of The Itern. At The Itern, I lead a diverse, multi-regional team of IT professionals, delivering practical, industry-aligned training programs that effectively bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world technology careers. My areas of specialization include Cloud Solution Architecture, Infrastructure Provisioning Automation, Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), and Cloud Security. Driven by a passion for mentorship and talent development, I am committed to preparing the next generation of cloud and DevOps professionals for success in a rapidly evolving, AI-driven, cloud-first world. I bring a balanced combination of deep technical expertise, business acumen, and people leadership, ensuring operational excellence, long-term growth, and meaningful career outcomes for those I train.