There is a very nice review of the new Powershell book at : http://weblog.infoworld.com/dbunderground/archives/2007/01/rtfm.html. I’m glad he likes the book, even though he doesn’t know who I am. But I’m working on it!! Anyway, the interesting point in his review is that he is looking at PowerShell from the perspective of a SQL DBA. In…
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Windows PowerShell: TFM Out of stock
Amazon is again showing that Windows PowerShell: TFM is unavailable. Apparently they sold out of the initial order of books. Last I knew, SAPIEN Press was waiting for Amazon to place a re-order. Given the time it takes to ship books it could be a bit before Amazon gets re-stocked. If you can’t wait, remember…
Windows PowerShell: TFM Sample Scripts
If you have a copy of Windows PowerShell:TFM, you may want to get the sample scripts to test out. You can download a zip file of all the sample scripts from the book page at SAPIEN Press. Just scroll to the bottom of the page. You’ll also find a link to errata information. The book…
PowerShell TFM in stock!!
Amazon finally has copies of Windows PowerShell:TFM in stock. The book now shows as available and shipping. I’m hoping it won’t take them long to get through the pre-order backlog. Right now they are offering it as a bundle with Bruce Payette’s soon-to-be-published PowerShell book. You might think it odd to buy two books on…
Windows PowerShell should be in stock
The information I have is that Amazon should get their first shipment of Windows PowerShell TFM books today. I believe their turnaround is 24-36 hours so if you pre-ordered through Amazon your book should be going out any day now. We’re excited and hope that once you start reading the book you’ll feel it was…
Windows PowerShell:TFM has left the building
Great News!! The PowerShell book has finally been printed. Books should begin arriving to our Napa warehouse this week. As soon as they arrive many will be shipped back out to Amazon so those orders can be filled. They usually notify you be email when your shipment goes out. If you ordered through ScriptingOutpost, those…
PowerShell TFM has been a-proofed
I saw the galley proofs for Windows PowerShell TFM the other day. It’s very exciting. We have to make a few minor changes and then the printer will quickly get to work. I assume the first books will hit the streets in a few weeks. You can still pre-order at Amazon or at ScriptingOutpost.com. I…
PowerShell is RTM
PowerShell 1.0 is officially RTM. Announced today at Tech Ed Europe. The bits should be available at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/926139 but the links aren’t active yet. keep trying. Technorati Tags:PowerShell Scripting
Win PrimalScript stuff and the new PowerShell Book
There is a blog on the SAPIEN site about the new Microsoft PowerShell Sweepstakes where you can win some pretty fantabulous prizes. Technorati Tags:PowerShell Scripting
PowerShell TFM available for Pre-Order
Amazon now has PowerShell TFM available for pre-order. They are listing October 2nd as the release date, although don’t be surprised if it is a little later. The book is basically finished, but we’re waiting for the release of PowerShell RC2 so we can incorporate those changes into the book. We’re expecting some significant changes…
Advanced VBScript Text Stats
Amazon is always coming up with new ways to look at books and buying habits. The latest I came across are text stats. For books where they have access to the content, Amazon will process the text and come up with stats for things like complexity and readability. Because Amazon has the entire Advanced VBScript…
Autographed copies of Advanced VBScript
If you haven’t picked up a copy of Advanced VBScript for Microsoft Windows Administrators, you can purchase autographed copies at ScriptingOutpost.com at a great price. The books are signed by Don and myself. Visit http://www.scriptingoutpost.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=BK-ADV-VBS Technorati Tags:VBScriptScripting
Search Inside Advanced VBScript for Windows
My first writing effort, Advanced VBScript for Microsoft Windows Administrators, has been very popular and I want to thank all of you who picked up a copy. I see now that Amazon has our book setup for Search Inside. Now you can read an excerpt, see the table of contents, index and more. If you…
Free Sample PowerShell TFM Chapter
I should have mentioned this awhile ago, but you can get a free preview sample chapter from the new PowerShell book I’m co-writing with Don Jones at http://www.sapienpress.com/powershell.asp. We’ve moved into the tech editing phase and I think you’ll like the final product. It will be substantial enough to provide in-depth coverage that you need…
PowerShell TFM
Most of you may already know, but I am working on a new book with Don Jones on PowerShell for SAPIEN Press. It should be out before the end of the year, hopefully sometime this fall. We also got a nice plug from PowerShell architect Jeffrey Snover. I’ll be adding more PowerShell information in the…