How to Run PowerShell Script in Jenkins Pipeline

 Introduction

• Briefly introduce Jenkins and its significance in CI/CD.
• Explain the relevance of PowerShell scripts in automating tasks in a Jenkins pipeline.

Prerequisites

• List requirements (e.g., Jenkins installation, PowerShell installed on the Jenkins server, etc.).

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Setting Up the Jenkins Pipeline

1. Create a New Pipeline Job

• Step-by-step instructions to create a new pipeline in Jenkins.

2. Configure the Pipeline Script

• Provide a basic example of a Jenkinsfile that calls a PowerShell script.
• Example code snippet:

pipeline {
    agent any 
    stages {
        stage('Run PowerShell Script') {
            steps {
                powershell 'path/to/your/script.ps1'
            }
        }
    }
}

Running the Pipeline

• Explain how to trigger the pipeline and check the output.

Common Issues and Troubleshooting

• List potential issues that might arise (e.g., permissions, script path errors) and how to resolve them.

Conclusion

• Recap the benefits of integrating PowerShell scripts into Jenkins pipelines.
• Encourage readers to experiment with their own scripts.

Call to Action

• Invite readers to share their experiences or any questions in the comments.

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