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PowerShellOrg/PSKoans resource

A simple, fun, and interactive way to learn the PowerShell language through Pester unit testing. observed · 2026-08-28

github.com/PowerShellOrg/PSKoans · PowerShell · GPL-3.0 (copyleft) observed · 2026-08-28

Health v2 · maintenance only

23/100

  • Activity 0
  • Release rhythm 8
  • Longevity 100
How is this computed?

round(0.45*activity + 0.35*rhythm + 0.20*longevity); archived -> min(score, 10) — computed 2026-09-03. Adoption (stars, forks) is never an input.

  • gap_med: n/a
  • age_days: 2981
  • days_rel: n/a
  • days_push: 729
  • n_releases_24m: 0

Full methodology

Adoption not part of the score

1873 stars · 184 forks observed · 2026-08-28

What it is AI-extracted, prompt v1, taxonomy v1, 2026-08-30, confidence not recorded

PSKoans is an interactive PowerShell module that teaches the PowerShell language through a series of failing Pester unit tests called koans. Learners progress from beginner to advanced concepts by filling in code to make each test pass, guided by the Show-Karma command.

Use cases

  • learn powershell from scratch interactively
  • practice powershell by fixing failing pester tests
  • brush up on intermediate and advanced powershell concepts
  • teach a powershell workshop with hands-on exercises
  • self-study powershell scripting through koans

When to choose

  • you want a fun, test-driven way to learn or refresh PowerShell
  • you already have PowerShell 5.1+ and can install modules from the gallery
  • you learn best by writing code to satisfy failing tests

When to avoid

  • you need a structured reference manual rather than exercise-based learning
  • you have never used a command line and need guided GUI-based instruction
  • you require Pester v5 compatibility without adjustments, as the project targets Pester v4 workflows

Facets

learning-resource · maturity active

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Member repositories

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