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Introduction

Overview of sequencing

Methods used for sequencing in App-V

  • Sequencing a web-based application
  • Creating a Virtual Environment for the application
  • Sequencing an application that hard codes its installation to the C:\ drive
  • Performing an Open for Package Upgrade on an existing package
  • Building scripts into an .OSD file

Merging and Overriding

  • Overriding a local key
  • Merging with a local key
  • Overriding a local directory
  • Merging with a local directory

Microsoft Office in App-V

  • Understanding different versions of Office
  • Developing an Office package for App-V using the Office Deployment Tool
  • Steps involved in publishing the developed Office package
  • Customization and management of the App-V packages

Comparing VFS to PVAD

  • Use of the Primary Virtual Application Directory (PVAD) in sequencing
  • Differences between VFS and PVAD in a virtual environment
  • Accessing PVAD even when it is hidden from view

Deploying and Testing PowerShell

  • Downloading and installing the App-V server components
  • Procedures followed in the deployment of PowerShell
  • Common steps taken to test the deployed PowerShell

Understanding Run-Virtual in App-V

  • Adding a sub-key to the run-virtual
  • Acquiring an AppvClientPackage PowerShell cmdlet
  • Using the /appvpid:<PID> command line
  • Utilizing the /appvve:<GUID>

Patches and Updates in App-V

  • Description of what patches and updates entail
  • Understanding Hot-fix 8 for App-V 5.1
  • How Hot-fix 8 is utilized for updating purposes

Use of Scripts in App-V

  • Further information on the script-launcher
  • Issues associated with App-V scripting solutions
  • Installation of a script-launcher supporting environment
  • Description of the different types of scripts

Automating Conversion to App-V

  • Considering the time required for conversion
  • Assessing the incurred costs
  • Techniques that can be employed for future conversions

Accelerators in App-V Packages

  • Description of package accelerators
  • Steps in creating a package accelerator

Dynamic Configuration

  • Configuring user files
  • Configuring deployment files

Advanced Connection Groups

  • The function of the configuration group file and its location
  • A layout of the connection group file
  • Configuration of packages within a connection group
  • Virtually supported connection groups

Advanced Client Integration

  • Description of client integration in App-V
  • How integration is achieved in App-V
  • The importance of having client integration in App-V

Troubleshooting App-V

  • Avoiding rabbit holes
  • Combining different areas of knowledge: foundational, operational, and contextual
  • Using Process Monitor to troubleshoot
  • Troubleshooting the App-V client
  • Troubleshooting the OSD file

Client Debugging

  • Regular training of customer care on App-V functions
  • Repairing a package
  • Cleaning up the connection group
  • Understanding client logs in App-V

Package Optimizers in App-V

  • Understanding what package optimization entails
  • Steps taken to achieve space optimization
  • Steps taken to achieve performance optimization

Best Practices

Summary and Conclusion

Requirements

  • Experience in implementing Microsoft Application Virtualization

Audience

  • IT Professionals responsible for managing desktop configurations and deployments
  • IT professionals seeking to expand their knowledge and skills in virtualization
 21 Hours

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