powershell-module-scaffolder

Scaffolding a PowerShell module with Pester tests is automated by providing a module name to generate the .psm1, .psd1, public function placeholders, and a standard folder layout. This enforces approved naming conventions and outputs a ready-to-commit project.

Enforcing consistent folder layouts for PowerShell modules is achieved by automating the scaffolding process. The generated structure includes standard directories, public function placeholders, and a PSScriptAnalyzer baseline to ensure uniform layouts across development and CI workflows.

Yes, you can use a PSScriptAnalyzer baseline when bootstrapping a PowerShell module. The scaffolding process provides a ready baseline for PSScriptAnalyzer, ensuring your generated module structure starts clean and passes CI linting checks immediately.

No, you do not need to manually create a Pester test harness. The scaffolding automatically includes a Pester-based test skeleton to validate functionality, providing a clean starting point for your development and continuous integration workflows.

Yes, PowerShell module scaffolding generates both .psm1 and .psd1 files. Along with these core files, it creates public function placeholders and a standard folder layout, enforcing approved naming conventions for a complete module tree.

Automating PowerShell module scaffolding should be used when you need to speed up bootstrapping and enforce consistent module layouts. It is ideal for CI workflows, providing a ready-to-commit project with Pester tests and a PSScriptAnalyzer baseline.