Microsoft provides some of the best free technical resources out there for self training and keeping aware of changes in their technology.
TechEd sounds like a great event which I have never gotten to go to, but through the magic of the Internet and Microsofts Channel 9, you have access to the presentations.
If you are new to PowerShell I recommend viewing them with Ed Wilson's video series.
TechEd North America 2012
1. Windows PowerShell Crash Course
2. 5 part set of PowerShell video's from Ed Wilson as well
3. Turn PowerShell Commands into Reusable CLI and GUI Tools
Then check out these as well.
PowerShell Remoting in Depth
Advanced Automation Using Windows PowerShell 3.0
This year is an insane year for change. The changes in Microsoft's technology is vast and looks to be seriously fun.