Introduction to SQL Server Automation with dbatools

Rob Sewell

Unlock the potential of PowerShell as a tool for managing your SQL Server estate. Regardless of your current expertise level, in this 75-minute session, we’ll guide you from the basics to becoming comfortable using PowerShell to simplify your SQL Server administration.

Throughout the session, we’ll delve into the fundamentals of PowerShell, explore how modules, like dbatools, can extend its capabilities, and dive deep into practical scenarios encountered by database administrators.

This session will include many demos, so you can see just how easy this can be, and you can take those demos back to your environments and get started right away.

PowerShell is not just a scripting language; it’s a gateway to efficient automation and management of diverse IT environments, from on-premises SQL Servers to cloud-based resources. Whether you’re a complete novice or have dabbled with PowerShell before, this session equips you with the skills needed to harness its power effectively.