The book skips deep theoretical architecture to focus on . It assumes no prior AD experience and teaches management using both Graphical User Interface (GUI) tools—like Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC)—and PowerShell command-line techniques. The 22-Day Learning Path The curriculum is divided into four major phases:

(Days 1–7)Covers foundational tasks like creating and troubleshooting user accounts, managing groups, handling computer accounts, and organizing your structure with Organizational Units (OUs).

Each chapter includes "Try It Now" sections and a lab to ensure you apply what you read immediately.

The book is available through Manning Publications and Amazon . Learn Active Directory Management in a Month of Lunches

is a practical, hands-on tutorial by Richard Siddaway designed to turn IT professionals into productive Active Directory (AD) administrators through 22 daily lessons. Core Focus

(Days 11–18)Moves into infrastructure tasks, including managing Domain Controllers, DNS, sites, subnets, replication, and domain trusts.

(Days 8–10)Focuses on creating and managing Group Policies and implementing fine-grained password policies.