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Desired State Configuration Host Deployment: Local Configuration Manager

In this new series, we take a look at Local Configuration Manager (LCM) and configuration ID.

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Converting a Desired State Configuration Script Resource to a Resource Module

Learn the necessary steps to convert a script resource into a custom resource module.

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Managing Cross-Node Dependencies with Desired State Configuration

Learn how to control timing of Desired State Configuration across nodes using WaitFor resources in this how-to article.

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Getting Started with Azure Automation Desired State Configuration

Russell shows how to create an Azure Automation account, upload and compile a DSC configuration, and on board an Azure VM.

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How to Access Desired State Configuration MOF Metadata

Jeff Hicks shows us a new way to access Desired State Configuration MOF metadata with some PowerShell.

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What Can I Configure Using Desired State Configuration?

It’s time we introduced you to some resource providers! Learn what you can configure with DSC and resource providers in part 3 of our series.

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Why PowerShell’s Desired State Configuration Should Matter to You

PowerShell MVP Jeff Hicks explains why PowerShell’s Desired State Configuration (DSC) should matter to you as an IT professional and how it can help bolster your career.

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Deploying a Desired State Configuration Web Host Using PowerShell

Take PowerShell to the next level! In this post, learn to use a script to deploy a Desired State Configuration (DSC) web host.

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Where Do I Add the Code for My Desired State Configuration (DSC) Module?

In part 9 of our series, discover where to add code to the template we’ve created to bring the DSC module to life!

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How Do I Create My Own Desired State Configuration (DSC) Resource?

Want to give making your own DSC resource a whirl? Check out part 8 of our super-series on Desired State Configuration!

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