PowerShell DataTable

A DataTable in PowerShell is an object type that is utilized to organize and manipulate data in the form of rows and columns. This structure is highly effective when dealing with large sets of data, especially when the intention is to interact with SQL databases, such as performing bulk inserts. The creation of a DataTable is accomplished through the New-Object cmdlet, which instantiates a new DataTable object.

Before using a DataTable to manage data, it is essential to define its structure by specifying the columns. Once the columns are established, the DataTable can then be populated with rows of data. Furthermore, the DataTable provides the flexibility to update the data within each cell, allowing for dynamic data management based on specific criteria. For those seeking to understand the properties and methods available on a DataTable object, the Get-Member cmdlet can be used to reveal the members of the DataTable object.

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Common Use Cases

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  Analyzing complex data sets in a spreadsheet application like Microsoft Excel
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  Sharing tabular data with colleagues who may not have access to the source database
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  Importing data from a PowerShell-generated DataTable into a different database system
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  Performing periodic updates to an existing CSV file with new data
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  Combining data from multiple sources into a single CSV for comprehensive analysis