PowerShell.org: History of a Community
PowerShell.org: History of a Community
About the Book
For anyone interested in building and running technology communities, this book aims to offer a history of one that started small, grew into a website, expanded into an annual live conference, and now supports educational efforts through scholarships and charitable grants. With a focus on lessons learned, and with a sharp emphasis on community versus individuals, this concise look at PowerShell.org's journey and its path into the future.
Table of Contents
- Foreword
- Prehistory
- A Fresh Start
- Getting it Off the Ground
- Summits
- Nonprofit
- Handoff
- The New Look
- This Community is Your Community
- Appendix A: Lessons Learned
- Appendix B: Community Finances
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