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		<title>When Should You Use -match vs. -like in PowerShell?</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jos Fissering]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Choosing between -match and -like depends on the complexity of your pattern matching. Use -like for simple wildcard checks, such as finding strings that contain certain characters (* and ? are your friends). When you need more power, like anchoring patterns, grouping, or advanced conditions, reach for -match, which leverages regular expressions. In short: -like is quick and simple, -match is precise and flexible.]]></description>
		
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		<title>PowerShell Pipelining: Combining Commands for Efficiency</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Casper Stekelenburg]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[One of PowerShell&#8217;s most powerful features is its pipeline system. The pipeline allows you to send output from one command directly to the input of another command, creating efficient and elegant solutions to complex problems. In this guide, we&#8217;ll explore how to master PowerShell&#8217;s pipeline to write more efficient and readable scripts. What is the [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Working with Files and Directories in PowerShell</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Casper Stekelenburg]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Master everyday file and directory tasks in PowerShell with a practical toolkit: navigate with Set-Location (cd/$pwd), explore with Get-ChildItem (filters, recursion, attributes), create with New-Item, and manage with Copy-Item, Move-Item, and Remove-Item. Learn safe patterns using Test-Path, -WhatIf, and Join-Path, plus real-world scripts for backups, temp cleanup, organizing files by extension, and detecting duplicates. The article also covers error handling and cross-platform path practices to keep automation reliable.]]></description>
		
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		<title>Mastering PowerShell&#8217;s Comparison Operators</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Casper Stekelenburg]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[PowerShell provides a rich set of comparison operators that are essential for decision-making in scripts. These operators allow you to compare values, filter data, and create conditional logic that makes your scripts more intelligent and responsive. In this guide, we&#8217;ll explore the most commonly used comparison operators and see them in action. What are Comparison [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Fundamentals &#124; Combining Arrays and Hashtables</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jos Fissering]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 06:00:51 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[By mastering the art of when to use arrays versus hashtables and how to combine them like a scripting wizard, you can turbocharge your PowerShell scripts for peak performance and maintainability. Whether you’re processing data, managing configurations, or logging events, leveraging these data structures will take your scripting game to the next level. So, let’s dive in and discover how to wield these powerful tools to enhance your scripting prowess!]]></description>
		
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		<title>Fundamentals &#124; HashTables</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jos Fissering]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2025 06:00:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hashtables, heard of them? They are a powerful data structure in PowerShell that allows you to store key-value pairs. In this guide, we will explore what a hashtable is, how to create and initialize one, and how to access and modify its contents. We will also cover common hashtable operations, advanced techniques, and practical examples and use cases.]]></description>
		
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		<title>Fundamentals &#124; Arrays</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jos Fissering]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 06:00:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Arrays are the magical treasure chests of PowerShell, letting you store a collection of items like a pro. In this guide, we’ll embark on an epic quest to uncover the secrets of arrays. You’ll learn what an array is, how to create and initialize one, and how to access and modify its precious contents. We’ll also delve into common array operations, explore other array types, and even venture into the mysterious realm of multidimensional arrays. So, grab your adventurer’s gear and let’s get ready to conquer the world of PowerShell arrays!]]></description>
		
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		<title>Fundamentals &#124; Data Types</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jos Fissering]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 06:00:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In this blog post, we’ll embark on a thrilling adventure through the land of PowerShell data types. Get ready to meet some of the most common characters, from the trusty integers and chatty strings to the ever-organized arrays and mysterious hash tables.]]></description>
		
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		<title>Fundamentals &#124; Loops</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jos Fissering]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 06:00:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[PowerShell loops are like the Swiss Army knives of scripting—they’re essential for automating those mind-numbing repetitive tasks and wrangling large sets of data like a pro. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the wonderful world of PowerShell loops. You’ll learn how to use these loops to gracefully dance through collections, perform magical actions on each item, and take full control of your script’s destiny. Get ready to loop-de-loop your way to scripting greatness!]]></description>
		
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