Review

In this chapter, you combined what you've learned about script design, VBScript basics, and the Windows FileSystemObject to create a completely functional tool for rotating IIS log files. I deliberately designed some errors into the first revision of the script to walk you through the debugging process, and I showed you some great tips for easily debugging scripts even without the Microsoft Script Debugger or other fancy tools.

You practiced a couple of key tasks in this chapter. The design process is very important, as it helps you gather facts about what your script needs to accomplish and figure out how to break those tasks down into scriptable steps. The debugging process is also very important, and you'll find that the techniques you practiced in this chapter will come in handy as you start developing your own administrative scripts.

COMING UP

You've finished with your VBScript crash course. If you'd like to start using advanced administration technologies like Active Directory Services Interface and Windows Management Instrumentation, head on to Chapter 14. If you want to start working on a Web-based administrative script, turn to Chapter 21. Finally, if you'd like to move on to advanced scripting concepts like security, start with Chapter 25.