App-V: Advanced Techniques and Troubleshooting Training Course

Introduction

Sequencing Overview

Sequencing Methods in App-V

• Sequencing web-based applications
• Creating a Virtual Environment for the application
• Sequencing applications that hardcode installation paths to the C:\ drive
• Performing an "Open for Package Upgrade" on existing packages
• Embedding scripts into an .OSD file

Merging and Overriding

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

Microsoft Office in App-V

• Understanding different Office versions
• Creating an App-V Office package using the Office Deployment Tool
• Steps for publishing the developed Office package
• Customizing and managing App-V packages

Comparing VFS to PVAD

• Utilizing 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 App-V server components
• Procedures for deploying PowerShell cmdlets
• Standard steps for testing the deployed PowerShell environment

Understanding Run-Virtual in App-V

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

Patches and Updates in App-V

• Definition of patches and updates
• Understanding Hotfix 8 for App-V 5.1
• Applying Hotfix 8 for update purposes

Use of Scripts in App-V

• Details on the script-launcher
• Issues associated with App-V scripting solutions
• Installing a script-launcher supporting environment
• Overview of different script types

Automating Conversion to App-V

• Evaluating the time required for conversion
• Assessing the associated costs
• Techniques for future conversion efforts

Accelerators in App-V Packages

• Definition of package accelerators
• Steps to create a package accelerator

Dynamic Configuration

• Configuring user files
• Configuring deployment files

Advanced Connection Groups

• Function and location of the configuration group file
• Layout of the connection group file
• Configuring packages within a connection group
• Virtually supported connection groups

Advanced Client Integration

• Definition of client integration in App-V
• Methods for achieving integration in App-V
• Importance of client integration in App-V

Troubleshooting App-V

• Avoiding common pitfalls
• Integrating foundational, operational, and contextual knowledge
• Using Process Monitor for troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting the App-V client
• Troubleshooting the OSD file

Client Debugging

• Training customer care staff on App-V functions
• Repairing a package
• Cleaning up the connection group
• Interpreting App-V client logs

Package Optimizers in App-V

• Understanding package optimization
• Strategies for space optimization
• Strategies for performance optimization

Best Practices

Summary and Conclusion