AWS Tools for PowerShell version 5 will be released based on the AWS SDK for .NET V4, introducing breaking changes such as a higher minimum PowerShell version, changes to nullable types, removal of the AWSHistory variable, and the use of the AWS_PROFILE environment variable.

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<p>This article announces the upcoming major version 5 of AWS Tools for PowerShell, based on the new AWS SDK for .NET V4.</p>
<p>Specifically, the article covers:</p>
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<li>Breaking changes in version 5, including minimum PowerShell version, type changes due to nullable types, removal of AWSHistory variable, and use of AWS_PROFILE environment variable</li>
<li>Invitation to provide feedback on the version 5 tracker on GitHub</li>
<li>Promise of more details in a future blog post announcing the preview build</li>
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Notice of upcoming major version 5 of AWS Tools for PowerShell

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