May 2025

  • Creating GUI Applications: Practical Example | Log Viewer

    In this follow-up to my previous post on building GUIs with PowerShell, I walk through a practical example: a GUI-based log viewer. This tool allows users to filter and open log files without needing PowerShell knowledge—perfect for sharing with colleagues. I explain each step of the script, from setting up the form and controls to handling events and filtering logs. The code is available on GitHub and is intentionally left open for customization and learning.

  • Creating GUI Applications: Building Simple Graphical Interfaces with PowerShell

    PowerShell can create GUIs, making scripts accessible to users unfamiliar with the command line, enabling real-time interaction, and adding professionalism. Windows Forms, a .NET framework, offers various controls like buttons and text fields. By leveraging .NET libraries, you can build graphical interfaces for input and output fields while working within PowerShell.

  • Testing for Null or Empty values

    Checking for null and empty values is crucial for robust PowerShell scripting. This blog explores effective methods to handle these checks, ensuring your scripts run smoothly and error-free. Learn the best practices for comparing values. Enhance your code readability and reliability with these essential techniques.