Why Jeffrey Snover called his boss an idiot, a new way to de-bloat Windows 11
Plus:How to flip strings effortlessly
a Hidden gem in PowerShell : Format-Custom
Harm Veenstra has an interesting blog about utilizing the Format-Custom cmdlet to view complex object properties and nested data without the need for manual expansion. While exploring various formatting options this week, Harm discovered that this “hidden gem” provides a deep, comprehensive look into objects like Microsoft Graph users or SMB shares, making it much easier to verify all available values at once.
https://powershellisfun.com/2026/02/06/a-hidden-gem-in-powershell-format-custom/
Latest updates on the Microsoft 365 Developer program
Eeti Agarwal has a great video about the recent transition to automated onboarding for Microsoft 365 partners and the introduction of a “Copilot starter pack” designed to remove setup friction for AI developers. The session also details how Visual Studio subscribers can now maintain sandbox continuity and the upcoming shift toward commerce-enabled environments for testing paid Copilot features.
Windows 11: Remove Built in Apps
Nicklas Ahlberg has an interesting post about a more effective way to de-bloat Windows 11 using the new RemoveDefaultMicrosoftStorePackages policy in Intune. This approach surpasses traditional PowerShell methods by not only uninstalling built-in apps but also leveraging registry keys to prevent them from being reinstalled by users or admins.
https://www.rockenroll.tech/2026/02/03/windows-11-remove-built-in-apps/
Tara Writes Her First PowerShell Script Live
Andrew Pla has an interesting video on the foundational steps of writing and running a PowerShell script for the first time. The session covers essential VS Code setup, using the Get-Random command to solve a lunch-deciding dilemma, and the initial process of preparing a GitHub repository for code management.
The Time I Asked My Boss: Are You An Idiot?
Jeffrey Snover has an interesting blog about a pivotal moment in PowerShell’s history when he challenged the “Theory of Success” that prioritized GUIs over CLIs. During a failed demo where Windows was thrashing and even a PhD-holding boss couldn’t diagnose the issue, Snover used a blunt confrontation to prove that a great OS requires a powerful scripting language to resolve unanticipated scenarios.
https://www.jsnover.com/blog/2026/02/10/the-time-i-asked-my-boss-are-you-an-idiot/
New Intune Feature - Deploy an app with Powershell!
Dean Ellerby has an interesting video about a new Microsoft Intune update that allows administrators to upload PowerShell scripts directly to Win32 app deployments without needing to re-wrap them in a .intunewin package. This streamlined workflow enables quick script modifications for tasks like registry tweaks and install logic while keeping the static application content separate.
PowerShell: How to reverse a String
Patrick Gruenauer has published an interesting blog post on how to efficiently flip strings using PowerShell. I don’t really want to spend my afternoon manually rearranging characters, but a little part of me loves seeing how simple arrays and the -join operator can make a complex task look like a salon appointment in the pocket. Getting your string manipulation right is the most important part of the scripting game.
https://sid-500.com/2026/02/06/powershell-how-to-reverse-a-string/
PowerShell Is Fun mkay with Harm Veenstra. The PowerShell Podcast E213
Andrew Pla of the PowerShell Podcast has Harm Veenstra on, who has published a great video on his journey from a system administrator to a Microsoft MVP, emphasizing the importance of community involvement and refined workflows.
Monad to Millions - Celebrating Jeffrey Snover & the PowerShell Community
Heiko Brenn has an interesting post about an upcoming live-stream event honoring Jeffrey Snover, where the creator of PowerShell will reflect on the platform’s journey from its “Monad” roots to a global automation standard. The session highlights personal stories from the community and celebrates the collective legacy built by the people behind the shell.
https://www.linkedin.com/events/7425468327407321088/
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