Table of Contents

1. Challenge

   Get Started in the Lab Environment

   Here are the initial instructions and explanation of the lab environment. Read this while your environment is busy creating itself from nothing. Yes, this violates physics; we know. How fun!

2. Challenge

   Analyze Existing Script and Create Functions

   To start the lab, you will refactor a PowerShell script into modular functions for disk space checks, service management, and log archiving, enhancing reusability and flexibility.

3. Challenge

   Create the Module

   You'll create a PowerShell script module from the functions built in the previous challenge.

4. Challenge

   Manage the Module

   This challenge guides you through effectively managing the SystemMaintenance PowerShell module you just made, from reviewing how to import, and verifying its presence in your session to understanding basic module management practices, ensuring your custom functions are always ready for use.

5. Challenge

   Create a Module Manifest

   For better module management and distribution, you will now create a detailed .psd1 module manifest for the SystemMaintenance PowerShell module, detailing metadata like name, author, and version, and specifying exported functionalities.

6. Challenge

   Create Pester Tests

   Create Pester tests for your module, ensuring reliable functions.