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Writing Your Own CLI Tools with PowerShell: A Case Study of SQLTop - PSHSummit 2022

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Explore the process of creating Command Line Interface (CLI) tools using PowerShell in this conference talk from PSHSummit 2022. Dive into a case study of SQLTop, presented by Mark Wilkinson, to gain insights on tool development challenges, user experience considerations, and system quirks. Learn about implementing features such as Invoke SQL Command, flicker-free displays, sharing data in state, and running scripts. Examine code samples, color implementation, and the SQLTop ReadKey functionality. Discover the intricacies of building a menu module and understand why developing custom tools can be beneficial for PowerShell users.

Syllabus

Intro
Why build tools
SQL Top
Challenges
User Experience
System Quirks
Invoke SQL Command
Flicker Free
Sharing Data in State
Running Scripts
Code Samples
Color
SQLTop
ReadKey
ReadKey Demo
Menu Module

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