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LOOKING FOR: MG, TEEN, YA , ADULT FICTION, NON-FICTION Susan Yearwood, literary agent at Susan Yearwood Agency, began her career in publishing in the early ’90s, gaining valuable experience at Virago, now part of Little, Brown Book Group, an imprint of Hachette UK and Penguin Books Ltd, Penguin Random House. Susan Yearwood Agency was founded in 2007, starting the successful careers of debut writers Kerry Young, shortlisted for the Costa First Novel Award and Prajwal Parajuly, shortlisted for the Dylan Thomas Prize. She is currently looking for more contemporary romance, particularly with a cosy cottage setting similar to Suzanne Snow’s The Cottage of New Beginnings or with a marketable twist such as Love Letters on Hazel Lane by Jennifer Page. Also, historical romance, including books that are slightly speculative, such as Guinevere: The Dragon Ring by Fil Reid, and women’s fiction with protagonists in either their 20’s or 30’s. She is looking forward to reading more crime fiction and thrillers, including psychological thrillers and domestic suspense. In non-fiction, she is eager to find more lifestyle titles, particularly in self help and personal development/memoir, including personal finance/business titles that are practical as well as aspiring, such as Black Girl Finance: Let’s Talk Money by Selina Flavius. Attach a book proposal with your initial two chapters. The first draft of your title does not have to be complete at this stage, however, for memoir complete a first draft, at least. She would also love to read more children’s fiction: 9-12 year old, teen and YA. For both adult and children's fiction submissions, please attach a cover letter, synopsis and a 5,000 word extract from the initial pages of your novel.  For non-fiction please send a book proposal with your initial two chapters . The first draft of your title does not have to be complete at this stage, however, for memoir complete a first draft, at least.  (In addition to the paid sessions, Susan is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk [agent121@iaminprint.co.uk] to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking this session you agree to email your material to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline to agent121@iaminprint.co.uk. Please note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice given in your Agent121. The submission deadline is: Sunday 9 June 2024

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for Managers and other professionals who want to gain the critical skills to successfully interact with or lead others through cooperative teamwork, as well as those desiring to improve their overall communication skills will benefit from this course. Overview Recognize the difference between hearing and listening Enhance interpersonal relationships through the use of verbal and non-verbal communication Apply techniques to move towards high-quality conversation Create a positive impression through a powerful introduction Influence others through sharing perspectives and opinions constructively Use logic and emotion to persuade and collaborate Identify ways of sharing thoughts and opinions constructively Prepare for and conduct simple negotiations This course will prepare students for the collaborative situations inherent in every facet of business, whether working with colleagues, partners, vendors, or clients. Private classes on this topic are available. We can address your organization?s issues, time constraints, and save you money, too. Contact us to find out how. 1. THE IMPORTANCE OF INTERPERSONAL SKILLS 2. VERBAL COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUES * Hearing versus Actively Listening * Connecting with Powerful Communication 3. NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION * Understanding the Elements of Vocal Delivery * Interpreting and Applying Body Language * Building Self-Awareness 4. CREATING A POWERFUL FIRST IMPRESSION * Creating a Powerful Introduction * Cultivating Your Impact 5. THE ART OF CONVERSATION * Mastering the 4 Levels of a Conversation * Moving a Conversation Along * Applying Tools for Deepening Conversation 6. INFLUENCE AND PERSUASION * Influencing Others * Seeing the Other Side * Building Bridges * Extending Your Influence 7. INTERACTING POSITIVELY * Applying Logic and Owning Emotions * Disagreeing Constructively * Bringing People to Your Side * Building Consensus 8. NEGOTIATION BASICS * Planning for Negotiation * Managing the 4 Stages of Negotiation * Arriving at an Agreement ADDITIONAL COURSE DETAILS: Nexus Humans Developing Successful Interpersonal Skills training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Developing Successful Interpersonal Skills course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This class has something for everything, from beginners who wish to customise their data entry forms in SharePoint right up to advanced users who need to use advanced formulas to deliver more bespoke actions to their apps. Overview After taking this course, students will be able to: - Understand when to use PowerApp. - Describe the components of PowerApps and their correct use. - Create PowerApps from existing data sources. - Brand PowerApps. - Customize PowerApps beyond just using the automated wizards. - Connect to a range of data sources from Excel to Azure SQL. - Understand the difference between canvas apps and model-driven apps. - Integrate PowerApps with other Office 365 systems ? including Teams and SharePoint Online. - Administer and Maintain PowerApps Students will be taught how to design, test and publish new apps that work with a variety of data sources. We will take users through a selection of well-crafted lessons to help them build new applications for their business. 1 - AN INTRODUCTION TO POWERAPPS * What is PowerApps? * The benefits of apps * How to get PowerApps * Canvas Apps and Model-Driven Apps * License Options and Costs * Discover PowerApps with Templates * Lab 1: Introduction to PowerApps 2 - GETTING STARTED WITH POWERAPPS * Building a new app from a data source * Add, edit and remove controls * Intro to Formulas * Testing an app * App Settings * Publish and Share Apps * Version History and Restore * PowerApps Mobile App * Lab 1: Getting Started 3 - BRANDING AND MEDIA * Less is more * Duplicate Screens * Fonts * Screen Colours and Matching Colours * Screen Backgrounds * Buttons and Icons * Hide on Timer * Size and Alignment by reference * Show and Hide on Timer * Lab 1: Branding and Media 4 - POWERAPPS CONTROLS * Text Controls for Data Entry and Display * Controls ? Drop downs, combo box, date picker, radio button and more * Forms ? Add and edit data in underlying data sources quickly * Charts ? present information in pie, line and bar charts * Lab 1: Build Apps from Blank 5 - DATA SOURCES AND LOGIC * Data Storage and Services * How do I decide which database to use? * Connect to on-premises data - Gateway * What is Delegation? * Specific Data Examples * Displaying Data * Lab 1: Data Source and Logic 6 - MODEL-DRIVEN APPS * What is a model-driven app? * Where will my data be stored? * How do create a model-driven app * Canvas vs model-driven summary * Lab 1: Model-Driven App 7 - POWERAPP INTEGRATION * Embed PowerApps in Teams * Embed PowerApps in SharePoint Online * Start a Flow from a PowerApp * Lab 1: PowerApp Integration 8 - ADMINISTRATION AND MAINTENANCE OF POWERAPPS * Identify which users have been using PowerApps * Reuse an app in another location (move from testing or development to production) * Review app usage * Prevent a user from using PowerApps * Manage environments * Lab 1: Administration and Maintenance ADDITIONAL COURSE DETAILS: Nexus Humans 55265 Microsoft PowerApps training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the 55265 Microsoft PowerApps course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

The UK's first and only Level 4 qualification in Phlebotomy (equivalent to Ireland Level 6) FDSc (Foundation Degree Level) qualification Nationally Recognised certificate Dually accredited: Open College Network and CPD Covers both aspirated and evacuated systems Covers specialised blood collection systems & methods Classroom or Virtual Classroom learning options Comprehensive Training Kit is provided when booking our Virtual Classroom option (yours to keep) Complete your training from beginner to advanced level This course either follows on from our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course or can be combined with our introductory course as part of a course package (see below) Available to candidates who have completed (or are currently enrolled to complete) our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course or have previous phlebotomy practical experience.

Learn how to take blood ... train as a Phlebotomist Nationally Recognised Qualification No previous experience or qualifications needed OCN Accredited - Level 3 (advanced) CPD Accredited (The CPD Certification Service) Covers all steps up to live blood draw Practise on artificial arm and fake blood! Basic understanding of English language required OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS

LOOKING FOR: ADULT FICTION, NON-FICTION Donald Winchester began his publishing career at Penguin Press – working on a variety of non-fiction titles – before moving to A P Watt, then the world’s oldest literary agency. There he worked for five years with a number of acclaimed and prize-winning authors and began building a list of fiction and non-fiction for adults. He joined Watson, Little [http://www.watsonlittle.com/] as an agent in 2013. Donald is building his list and is interested in literary fiction and well-written commercial fiction, particularly debut authors, as well as memoir. He is particularly interested in literary fiction which maintains a high level of prose, pushes boundaries of style, while retaining emotional heart and a sense of plot. He’s also looking for upmarket fiction which builds a fully-formed plot with a satisfying emotional arc, whether that be historical or contemporary – and the mixing of tropes from genre fiction (crime, sci-fi, romance, etc) also interest him. In non-fiction, he is keen to see writing on history, popular science, social issues, nature, music, sport, film and technology. In all these areas he’s looking for experts in their fields who can convey their expertise and enthusiasm to a wide audience in an appealing way. Donald would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 - 2 page synopsis and the first three chapters of your manuscript in a single word document.  (In addition to the paid sessions, Donald is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk [agent121@iaminprint.co.uk] to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Monday 10 June 2024

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for The Azure AI Fundamentals course is designed for anyone interested in learning about the types of solution artificial intelligence (AI) makes possible, and the services on Microsoft Azure that you can use to create them. You don?t need to have any experience of using Microsoft Azure before taking this course, but a basic level of familiarity with computer technology and the Internet is assumed. Some of the concepts covered in the course require a basic understanding of mathematics, such as the ability to interpret charts. The course includes hands-on activities that involve working with data and running code, so a knowledge of fundamental programming principles will be helpful. This course introduces fundamentals concepts related to artificial intelligence (AI), and the services in Microsoft Azure that can be used to create AI solutions. The course is not designed to teach students to become professional data scientists or software developers, but rather to build awareness of common AI workloads and the ability to identify Azure services to support them. Prerequisites Prerequisite certification is not required before taking this course. Successful Azure AI Fundamental students start with some basic awareness of computing and internet concepts, and an interest in using Azure AI services. Specifically: * Experience using computers and the internet. * Interest in use cases for AI applications and machine learning models. * A willingness to learn through hands-on exp... 1 - FUNDAMENTAL AI CONCEPTS * Understand machine learning * Understand computer vision * Understand natural language processing * Understand document intelligence and knowledge mining * Understand generative AI * Challenges and risks with AI * Understand Responsible AI 2 - FUNDAMENTALS OF MACHINE LEARNING * What is machine learning? * Types of machine learning * Regression * Binary classification * Multiclass classification * Clustering * Deep learning * Azure Machine Learning 3 - FUNDAMENTALS OF AZURE AI SERVICES * AI services on the Azure platform * Create Azure AI service resources * Use Azure AI services * Understand authentication for Azure AI services 4 - FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER VISION * Images and image processing * Machine learning for computer vision * Azure AI Vision 5 - FUNDAMENTALS OF FACIAL RECOGNITION * Understand Face analysis * Get started with Face analysis on Azure 6 - FUNDAMENTALS OF OPTICAL CHARACTER RECOGNITION * Get started with Vision Studio on Azure 7 - FUNDAMENTALS OF TEXT ANALYSIS WITH THE LANGUAGE SERVICE * Understand Text Analytics * Get started with text analysis 8 - FUNDAMENTALS OF QUESTION ANSWERING WITH THE LANGUAGE SERVICE * Understand question answering * Get started with the Language service and Azure Bot Service 9 - FUNDAMENTALS OF CONVERSATIONAL LANGUAGE UNDERSTANDING * Describe conversational language understanding * Get started with conversational language understanding in Azure 10 - FUNDAMENTALS OF AZURE AI SPEECH * Understand speech recognition and synthesis * Get started with speech on Azure 11 - FUNDAMENTALS OF AZURE AI DOCUMENT INTELLIGENCE * Explore capabilities of document intelligence * Get started with receipt analysis on Azure 12 - FUNDAMENTALS OF KNOWLEDGE MINING WITH AZURE COGNITIVE SEARCH * What is Azure Cognitive Search? * Identify elements of a search solution * Use a skillset to define an enrichment pipeline * Understand indexes * Use an indexer to build an index * Persist enriched data in a knowledge store * Create an index in the Azure portal * Query data in an Azure Cognitive Search index 13 - FUNDAMENTALS OF GENERATIVE AI * What is generative AI? * Large language models * What is Azure OpenAI? * What are copilots? * Improve generative AI responses with prompt engineering 14 - FUNDAMENTALS OF AZURE OPENAI SERVICE * What is generative AI * Describe Azure OpenAI * How to use Azure OpenAI * Understand OpenAI's natural language capabilities * Understand OpenAI code generation capabilities * Understand OpenAI's image generation capabilities * Describe Azure OpenAI's access and responsible AI policies 15 - FUNDAMENTALS OF RESPONSIBLE GENERATIVE AI * Plan a responsible generative AI solution * Identify potential harms * Measure potential harms * Mitigate potential harms * Operate a responsible generative AI solution ADDITIONAL COURSE DETAILS: Nexus Humans AI-900T00 - Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the AI-900T00 - Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours Overview Students will come away with knowledge and skills to become a top-notch team performer. This workshop will encourage you to explore the different aspects of a team, as well as ways that they can become a top-notch team performer. 1 - GETTING STARTED * Icebreaker * Housekeeping Items * The Parking Lot * Workshop Objectives 2 - DEFINING SUCCESS * What is a Team? * An Overview of Tuckman and Jensen's Four-Phase Model 3 - TYPES OF TEAMS * The Traditional Team * Self-Directed Teams * E-Teams 4 - THE FIRST STAGE OF TEAM DEVELOPMENT-FORMING * Hallmarks of This Stage * What To Do As A Leader * What To Do As A Follower 5 - THE SECOND STAGE OF TEAM DEVELOPMENT-STORMING * The Hallmarks of This Stage * What To Do As A Leader * What To Do As A Follower 6 - THE THIRD STAGE OF TEAM DEVELOPMENT-NORMING * The Hallmarks of This Stage * What To Do As A Leader * What To Do As A Follower 7 - THE FOURTH STAGE OF TEAM DEVELOPMENT-PERFORMING * Hallmarks of This Stage * What To Do As A Leader * What To Do As A Follower 8 - TEAM BUILDING ACTIVITIES * The Benefits and Disadvantages * Team-Building Activities That Won't Make People Cringe * Choosing a Location for Team-Building 9 - MAKING THE MOST OF TEAM MEETINGS * Setting the Time and Place * Trying the 50-Minute Meeting * Using Celebrations of All Sizes 10 - SOLVING PROBLEMS AS A TEAM * The Six Thinking Hats * Encouraging Brainstorming * Building Consensus 11 - ENCOURAGING TEAMWORK * Some Things to Do * Some Things to Avoid * Some Things to Consider 12 - WRAPPING UP * Words from the Wise * Review of Parking Lot * Lessons Learned * Completion of Action Plans ADDITIONAL COURSE DETAILS: Nexus Humans Teamwork and Team Building training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Teamwork and Team Building course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Based on our extensive work and experience with leaders, both in the private and public sectors, this ILM Level 5 Coaching and Mentoring programme has been designed to develop the capability of leaders to positively impact the performance of individuals and teams. We are experts at unlocking peak performance. Coaching and mentoring improves relationships, performance and engagement. This programme has been created to sharpen a leader's skills - enabling them to balance control, commitment and empowerment through productive conversations with individuals and teams. Scroll down to find out more about this ILM Level 5 qualification, or use the buttons below to jump straight to the scheduled course dates and prices. All of our ILM Programmes are provided in partnership with The BCF Group, which is the ILM Approved Centre we deliver under. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE SYLLABUS The syllabus of the ILM Level 5 Qualification in Business Coaching and Mentoring is comprised of six modules, covering the following: MODULE ONE INTRODUCTION * 1.1) Explore the myths * 1.2) What is coaching and mentoring? * 1.3) What is business coaching? * 1.4) Thoughts and perceptions * 1.5) 7 competencies of a coach * 1.6) Definitions - Mentoring / Consulting / Coaching / Therapy / Counseling MODULE TWO MODELS AND PRACTICE * 2.1) The Wheel of Life * 2.2) Johari's Window * 2.3) KASH - Knowledge, Attitude, Skills, Habits of an effective coach * 2.4) STAR / GROW model * 2.5) Effective use of Paradigm cards * 2.6) Practice and feedback MODULE THREE BUILDING THE RELATIONSHIP * 3.1) Self-management * 3.2) How motivation works * 3.3) Personality & behavioural traits * 3.4) Rapport and trust MODULE FOUR COMMUNICATION AND PRACTICE * 4.1) Non-verbal communication * 4.2) Effective communication * 4.3) Questioning through 2nd/3rd/4th level questioning * 4.4) Building a bank of coaching questions * 4.5) Practice and feedback MODULE FIVE STRUCTURE * 5.1) Introduction * 5.2) The coaching cycle * 5.3) How to give feedback * 5.4) The COMET model * 5.5) Executive coaching * 5.6) Psychometrics * 5.7) Closing the coaching session MODULE SIX WELL-FORMED OUTCOMES * 6.1) Challenge and focus steps * 6.2) Coaching goals * 6.3) Establishing the gap analysis * 6.4) Using diagnostic tools * 6.5) SMART objectives * 6.6) Designing & planning focus steps * 6.7) Gaining commitment * 6.8) Practice and feedback -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHO IS IT FOR? Business coaching is the skill to have in today's rapidly changing business climate. People and team development through business coaching is fast, efficient and cost effective, and will get you measurable results. The ILM Level 5 Qualifications in Business Coaching and Mentoring are highly accessible and have been designed for all tiers of director, management and supervisory level, or indeed anyone involved in people development. With a business-relevant, tried-and-tested approach, we encourage participants to bring live business issues and case histories with them on the course. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ACCREDITATION Upon completion of this programme all attendees will receive the 'ILM Endorsed Programme in Business Coaching & Mentoring' certificate. Participants will also be eligible to receive ILM letters after their name; either AMInstLM (Affiliate/Associate Member Institute Leadership & Management) or MInstLM (Member Institute Leadership & Management). As with all ILM Accredited Programmes, participants will need to complete the post-programme activity in order to achieve their full 'ILM Level 5 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring in Management' certificate. These elements have been designed in order to show to the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) that you are able to put the skills and techniques learned on the programme into practice. Full support and guidance is provided for completing these final elements. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- REQUIRED ACTIVITIES PRE-COURSE We ask you to come prepared with issues which you are currently experiencing that you would be happy to discuss and be coached on. We also send out a short document containing questions and exercises which will help our coaches understand you better and work with you in order to receive the best training. POST-COURSE To achieve this ILM qualification, participants will have to complete the following post-course activities: 3 x work-based assignments need to be completed within 1 year from attendance and registration. Embedded in the assignments, the Certificate will require delegates to complete 18 hours of coaching or mentoring activity with 2-3 people. The Diploma will require delegates to complete 54 hours of coaching or mentoring with 4-9 people. Tutor guided learning will take on the format of book and video reviews with ongoing tutor guidance and support via phone, Skype or face-to-face. Optional: Self-initiated 2 x 45 min executive coaching sessions per delegate to offer a coaching best practice view. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COURSE MATERIAL Each participant will be issued with a workbook to assist them both during and after the course, which will contain information, guidance and forms to assist with the coaching sessions. Participants will also complete a Paradigm psychometric report [https://www.dicksontraining.com/paradigm-psychometrics/index.php] and receive a year's membership with the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- IN-HOUSE & CLASSROOM COURSES AVAILABLE ONLINE We have developed an alternative to traditional face-to-face training that continues to provide a full learning experience, and allows delegates to learn effectively whilst self-isolating from home. This is how it looks: Delegates booked on Classroom and In-House courses will continue to have access to their trainer online throughout the days that the course is booked to run. Prior to a delegate's course start date, they will be enrolled on our e-learning platform (in partnership with BCF Group [https://www.thebcfgroup.co.uk/business-coaching/ilm-level-5-business-coaching-and-mentoring.php]) for the course they are booked on to. They will also be given contact information for their trainer, and details of how to access the online workshops. Delegates will not require any special IT equipment. A desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or a mobile phone with internet and audio capability is all that is required. Delegates taking ILM Qualifications will then proceed to the book review, video review and work based assignments with 12 months tutor support as appropriate, and in line with our previous arrangements. We hope you agree that this blended learning experience represents the safest way to continue supporting our clients and delegates during the Coronavirus disruption. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SCHEDULED COURSES CLASSROOM COURSE - NOTTINGHAM (NG12 4DG) Classroom training courses enable you to benefit from having the tutor and other delegates right there in the room with you. Face-to-face training sessions are one of the best ways to learn, as it is easy to ask questions and have group discussions. In addition to the 2 days in the classroom, delegates will need to undertake self-directed learning and 3 work-based assignments. As a guide, this is estimated to take 3 hours per week for 12 months. Diploma: £2,195 + vat | Certificate: £1,895 + vat * 03-04 October 2023 * 22-23 February 2024 CLASSROOM COURSE - READING (RG41 5QS) Classroom training courses enable you to benefit from having the tutor and other delegates right there in the room with you. Face-to-face training sessions are one of the best ways to learn, as it is easy to ask questions and have group discussions. In addition to the 2 days in the classroom, delegates will need to undertake self-directed learning and 3 work-based assignments. As a guide, this is estimated to take 3 hours per week for 12 months. Diploma: £2,195 + vat | Certificate: £1,895 + vat * 14-15 September 2023 * 14-15 December 2023 * 14-15 March 2024 ZOOM™ COURSE Attending a course via Zoom videoconferencing gives you all of the benefits of classroom training without the need to leave your home or office. You still benefit from a real tutor facilitating the programme, and the content is exactly the same. The only difference is that we split the course into four half-day sessions to make it easier on your eyes! Diploma: £1,795 + vat | Certificate: £1,495 + vat * September 2023 - 25th Sep (morning), 25th Sep (afternoon), 26th Sep (morning), 26th Sep (afternoon) * November 2023 - 6th Nov (morning), 6th Nov (afternoon), 7th Nov (morning), 7th Nov (afternoon) * January 2024 - 11th Jan (morning), 11th Jan (afternoon), 12th Jan (morning), 12th Jan (afternoon) * March 2024 - 11th Mar (morning), 11th Mar (afternoon), 12th Mar (morning), 12th Mar (afternoon) * May 2024 - 14th May (morning), 14th May (afternoon), 15th May (morning), 15th May (afternoon) * July 2024 - 9th Jul (morning), 9th Jul (afternoon), 10th Jul (morning), 10th Jul (afternoon -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DICKSON TRAINING LTD Founded in 1985 in Yorkshire, we have built an impressive and loyal client base. Our partnerships are built by consistently delivering outstanding development solutions and working in close collaboration with our clients, resulting in us becoming a leading UK and international training provider.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for IT professionals who are experienced in general Windows Server and Windows Client administration. Students should have a foundational knowledge of Windows PowerShell, which they can obtain by taking course 10961C: Automating Administration with Windows PowerShell. In addition, this course provides scripting guidance for Microsoft Azure administrators and developers who support development environments and deployment processes. Overview After completing this course, you will be able to: Create advanced functions. Use Microsoft .NET Framework and REST API in Windows PowerShell. Handle script errors. Use XML, JSON, and custom formatted data. Manage Microsoft Azure resources Analyze and debug scripts Understand Windows PowerShell workflow. This course teaches students how to automate administrative tasks using PowerShell. Students will learn crucial scripting skills such as creating advanced functions, writing controller scripts, and handling script errors. Candidates will learn how to use PowerShell when working with Microsoft Azure, SQL Server, Active Directory, IIS, Windows PowerShell Workflow, .NET resources, the REST API and XML, CSV & JSON formatted data files.This course replaces retired Microsoft course 10962. MODULE 1: CREATING ADVANCED FUNCTIONS * Lesson 1: Converting a command into an advanced function * Lesson 2: Creating a script module * Lesson 3: Defining parameter attributes and input validation * Lesson 4: Writing functions that accept pipeline input * Lesson 5: Producing complex pipeline output * Lesson 6: Using comment-based Help * Lesson 7: Using Whatif and Confirm parameters MODULE 2: USING MICROSOFT .NET FRAMEWORK AND REST API IN WINDOWS POWERSHELL * Lesson 1: Using .NET Framework in PowerShell * Lesson 2: Using REST API in PowerShell MODULE 3: WRITING CONTROLLER SCRIPTS * Lesson 1: Understanding controller scripts * Lesson 2: Writing controller scripts with a user interface * Lesson 3: Writing controller scripts that create reports MODULE 4: HANDLING SCRIPT ERRORS * Lesson 1: Understanding error handling * Lesson 2: Handling errors in a script MODULE 5: USING XML, JSON, AND CUSTOM-FORMATTED DATA * Lesson 1: Working with XML formatted data * Lesson 2: Working with JSON formatted data * Lesson 3: Working with custom-formatted data MODULE 6: ENHANCING SERVER MANAGEMENT WITH DESIRED STATE CONFIGURATION AND JUST ENOUGH ADMINISTRATION * Lesson 1: Implementing Desired State Configuration * Lesson 2: Implementing Just Enough Administration MODULE 7: ANALYZING AND DEBUGGING SCRIPTS * Lesson 1: Debugging in Windows PowerShell * Lesson 2: Analyzing and debugging an existing script MODULE 8: UNDERSTANDING WINDOWS POWERSHELL WORKFLOW * Lesson 1: Understanding Windows PowerShell Workflows * Lesson 2: Running Windows PowerShell Workflows