We start our adventure with a code snippet that aims to be the Sherlock Holmes of the digital realm, embarking on a quest to uncover the mysteries of SSL certificates lurking in the shadows of Windows Servers. Let’s dive into this comedic tale of code, servers, and the elusive SSL certificates.
Act 1: Naming the Domain
Our story begins with the protagonist, $domainName, who goes by the alias “domainname”. Not the most imaginative name, I know. It’s like naming your cat “Cat” or your goldfish “Fishy”. But hey, simplicity is key!
Act 2: The Gathering of the Servers
With a name in place, our hero sets out to gather a list of all servers in the domain. Using the magical spell Get-ADComputer, he summons a list of all Windows Servers. It’s like a digital roll call, but instead of students, we have servers. “Server123, present! ServerXYZ, present!”
Act 3: The Treasure Chest of Certificates
With the list of servers in hand, it’s time to hunt for the real treasure: SSL certificates. For each server, our protagonist declares, “Collecting certificates on $server”. It’s like trick-or-treating, but instead of candy, we’re collecting digital certificates. Some servers are generous, handing out certificates like candy bars, while others are the stingy neighbors giving out toothbrushes (or in this case, no certificates at all).
Act 4: The Grand Compilation
As the certificates are collected, they’re stored in a treasure chest named $allCertInfo. This isn’t just any chest—it’s an array, the digital equivalent of Mary Poppins’ bag. It can store an endless amount of certificates, each with its unique story and expiration date.
Act 5: The Grand Reveal
Once the hunt is over, it’s time for the grand reveal. If the treasure chest is brimming with certificates, they’re exported to a majestic scroll named “all_certificates.csv” located in the mystical land of “C:\temp”. But if the chest is empty, a somber message is declared: “No certificates found on any server”. It’s like coming home from trick-or-treating with an empty bag. A sad day, indeed.
Epilogue: The End of the Quest
And so, our tale comes to an end. A journey filled with servers, SSL certificates, and a sprinkle of humor. The next time you embark on a coding adventure, remember to find the funny side. After all, coding isn’t just about 1s and 0s—it’s about the stories we create along the way.