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World Congress 2026 Europe - Virtual Stage • Jul 2, 2026 • Session details

What’s New with Windows Power-User Tools

Noraa Junker

Windows power-user tools just received a massive upgrade. Discover new CLI capabilities, AI-powered terminal debugging, and advanced PowerToys enhancements to streamline your developer workflow.

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#1 about 2 min

Introduction to new Windows power-user utilities

Discovering recently released terminal and command-line tools designed to improve the developer experience on Windows.

#2 about 4 min

Managing applications with the Windows App CLI

How to build, package, sign, and test Windows App SDK projects directly from the command line.

#3 about 2 min

Installing premium packages using the Store CLI

How to access and install purchased applications or add-ons directly from the Microsoft Store via the command line.

#4 about 2 min

Using Rust-based Linux core utilities on Windows

Executing familiar Linux command-line tools in the Windows environment using open-source Rust implementations.

#5 about 2 min

Troubleshooting commands with the Intelligent Terminal

Utilizing a built-in AI agent pane that understands terminal context to identify and fix command errors automatically.

#6 about 7 min

Enhancing desktop workflows with PowerToys additions

Improving desktop productivity through a customizable command palette dock, cursor wrapping, display controls, and advanced keyboard remapping.

#7 about 2 min

Navigating new Windows Terminal configuration features

Streamlining terminal customization through a settings search bar, an actions pane, and support for the Kitty protocol.

#8 about 2 min

Refining package sources with new Winget commands

Managing package sources and viewing detailed installation lists with the latest Winget commands and MCP server integration.

#9 about 2 min

Editing files via the new CLI editor

Modifying files efficiently using the new Edit command-line text editor featuring syntax highlighting and customizable keyboard shortcuts.

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Evolving developer environments beyond legacy terminal text command interfaces

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2:05 min

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