Alternate setup app for vs2008

[John]

Hi

I am wondering if there is a slightly better setup app available than the
default in vs2008. Basically I am looking for one that easily provides for a
precompile on install option. I know it can be done in std vs2008 too but
its a drag to create a separate project just for that every time.

Thanks

Regards

 

[Cor Ligthert[MVP]]

John,

As that is to much work, then don't look to others.

Cor

 

[Gregory A. Beamer]

Hi

I am wondering if there is a slightly better setup app available than
the default in vs2008. Basically I am looking for one that easily
provides for a precompile on install option. I know it can be done in
std vs2008 too but its a drag to create a separate project just for
that every time.

Thanks

Regards

There are third party installer libraries you can use, like Wise or
InstallShield, but they are not free. Wix might be an option, but it has a
learning curve.

As for setting up post compile steps in an installer project, it is not
that difficult to do.



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