PowerShell Chapter 6.
Files and I/O

Checking if a directory exists

PowerShell offers a straightforward way to check for the presence of a directory using the Test-Path cmdlet.

Creating a temporary file

To whip up a temporary file in PowerShell, you use New-TemporaryFile.

Reading a text file

Let’s roll with the basics!.

Reading command line arguments

How to PowerShell reads command line arguments using the $args array or parameters. $args is quick for one-off scripts; parameters are better for robust tools.

Writing a text file

PowerShell provides straightforward cmdlets for handling files.

Writing to standard error

PowerShell simplifies the process of writing to stderr through the use of the Write-Error cmdlet or by directing output to the $host.ui.WriteErrorLine() method.

PowerShell Chapter 6.Files and I/O

PowerShell Chapter 6.
Files and I/O