How do I validate PowerShell script syntax in C#?

Question

I have a C# method that generates powershell scripts.

Is there a way to automatically validate the syntax of the generated scripts directly in C# before running them on the end client?

Why is this closed? Please vote to reopen, it's a valid question, on topic and in scope. One way would be to unit test them. — Jeremy Thompson
– Jeremy Thompson, Commented Jul 14, 2020 at 1:51

TheGeneral · Accepted Answer · 2020-07-14 02:59:55Z

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You could possibly use the Parser.ParseFile method from the PowerShell SDK, which might be found in the Microsoft.PowerShell.SDK nuget

_{Note : I have never used this and is totally untested, and truthfully i have no idea whether this will work for you.}

answered Jul 14, 2020 at 0:06

TheGeneral

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Thanks I will give it a try and leave feedback.