It is commonly known that MSX technology comes with a set of limitations that most of the packagers must deal with, in spite of all its benefits.

ASP.NET applications are not something new in the world. However, having a powerful tool that streamlines and deploys your ASP.NET applications is a must these days.

Creating installers is a delicate and critical task. Since our first release over 20 years ago, we've focused on building a GUI that empowers you to easily create packages, while striving to increase the flexibility required by each of you.

Developing complex applications often involves various components, each requiring its own installer. To streamline the build process, it’s important to manage and build all installers within a single solution.

Bootstrapper packages might not be the most glamorous topic in software development, but they're essential for ensuring that applications install smoothly and run without a hitch.

Encountering an ODBC connect timeout error during an MSI installation is uncommon but not unheard of.

Digital signing ensures software integrity and authenticity. It’s a fundamental practice in digital safety practices that establishes trust between software developers and users.

For the past 10+ years, I have worked with various projects and types of organizations as an Application Packager. During that time, I have witnessed some "elementary" mistakes that could have been easily avoided by having a clear understanding of the end-to-end application packaging process.

Creating an installation package is a crucial step in software deployment, and choosing the right packaging tool can significantly impact the process. Each tool has its advantages and disadvantages. Your choice depends on factors such as project complexity, ease of use, or the need for advanced features.

As we head into 2025, the application packaging world feels familiar—like a well-worn tool that still gets the job done. While there’s always talk of “the next big thing,” much of what worked in 2024 will keep working. Let’s break down what to expect.

The role of a software packaging engineer is often misunderstood. Is it just a small part of a bigger process? Is it a “one-man show”? And do you really need one in your company?

Whether you're a seasoned developer or just getting started, Windows Sandbox is designed to make your application installer testing process smoother, safer, and more efficient.

When creating an installer for your application, it's often necessary to read configuration values during the setup process.

Back in the days of Windows XP and the early stages of application repackaging for enterprise needs, quality assurance teams often needed to verify that the repackaged MSI package had the same structure as the original installation package.

This is not a new issue – it dates back to the transition days between Windows Vista, XP, and Windows 7.

Visual Studio is an integrated development environment (IDE) tool made by Microsoft to build code, and publish applications. It is mainly used to develop different types of software—from computer programs to web services.

You've put in the hard work to create an Inno Setup installer, and now it’s time to make sure end users trust your installer. Adding a digital signature to your setup file gives it credibility and protects it from tampering.

Signing an executable (EXE) file with a code signing certificate is essential for ensuring the authenticity and integrity of the software, especially in security-conscious environments.

PowerShell scripts are an effective tool for automating tasks, but with great power comes a need for security.

After creating a software application, the next step is to create an MSI installer for it.