1. Microsoft Application Virtualization (App-V)
4/20/2017 3:26 PM
ES32
Microsoft Application Virtualization (App-V)
 John Sheehan
Partner Architect
Microsoft Corporation
 Elsie Nallipogu
Lead Program Manager
Microsoft Corporation
 Alvin Chardon
Sr. SDET
Microsoft Corporation
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2. Agenda Background and benefits Technical deep dive Best practices
Development
Debugging
Testing
Summary

3. Microsoft Application Virtualization (App-V)
App-V available via Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP)
Application virtualization is growing in the enterprise space
8 Million Licenses
Launch
18 months

4. Benefits Of App-V Run applications as a service
Access anywhere
Over the web
Portable devices
Just in time deployment (Click-to-Run)
Installer does not run
Instant gratification
Simple servicing
Update once, deliver everywhere
Users automatically stay up to date

5. Benefits Of App-V Run applications without conflict
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Benefits Of App-V Run applications without conflict
No changes to system
Safely run apps side-by-side
No OS decay over time
Lower migration costs
State separation
Store app state separate from OS state
State categorized as user versus system
User state stored in profile, roams with profile
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The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

6. Running Microsoft Office 2007 From USB
4/20/2017 3:26 PM
demo
Running Microsoft Office 2007 From USB
 John Sheehan
Partner Architect
Microsoft App-V
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The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

7. How Does It Work? App repackaged using Sequencer
Installation monitored to capture resources
All app resources stored in an app image (.SFT)
App image placed on server for distribution
App streamed to client over network
Other distribution mechanisms possible (USB)
App-V runs app in Virtual Environment (VE)
App virtualization (V12N) layer handles resource requests

8. How Are Applications Virtualized?
Sequencer captures resources created at installation time
E.g., files, registry, etc.
Resources stored in an app image
Image optimized for network streaming
App image placed on server for distribution

9. How Are Virtual Apps Run?
App image streamed to client over network
App runs in Virtual Environment (VE)
VE contains all app resources
Resources live in separate namespace
App V12N layer intercepts OS calls
Fulfills requests for app resources

10. How Are Requests Processed?
Namespace
Container for app resources
Each name  unique resource (Source of conflict)
Logical namespace processing
User Settings
Application Resources
Local System

11. How Do I Develop V12N-Friendly Apps?
Reduce installation assumptions
Detect OS version at launch
Enable/disable features dynamically
Avoid hard-coded paths
Use REG_EXPAND_STRING or derive at runtime
Localization/MUI
Provide support for installing multiple locales
Drivers not virtualized
Provide separate installers
Good in general for Enterprise environment

12. How Do I Develop V12N-Friendly Apps? Continued
Config/INI files not currently genericized
Avoid hardcoded paths
Registry usage
Registry not for IPC/message queuing
Allow user to disable autoupdates
Install on first use not supported
Allow users to opt out
Not all resources currently virtualized
Shell extensions, WMI, COM+

13. How Do I Debug Virtual Apps?
Attach debugger to virtual process
Procs outside VE can’t see virtual resources
Launch debugger in VE
Use Image File Execution Options
Use Process Monitor  v1.6 or later
procmon.exe/ExternalCapture
Use Process Explorer
That’s it 

14. Debugging A Virtual Application
4/20/2017 3:26 PM
demo
Debugging A Virtual Application
 John Sheehan
Architect
Microsoft App-V
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The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

15. Best Practices for Testing Virtual Apps
Leverage existing Test Investment
Launch test tools and harnesses inside VEs
File Type Associations and Shortcuts still there
Access application’s process from the SPL
Access application’s COM objects from the ROT
Virtualization Specific Concerns
Platform Compatibility
Default File Locations
Internal Testing
Easily deploy prerelease builds internally unobtrusively

16. Key Takeaways Embrace life without installs using App-V
Applications run as a service
Applications run without conflict
Try out the App-V client on MSDN!
Interested in talking with us at PDC?
Send to
Stop by the Virtualization booth

17. Where Can I Get More Information?
MSDN App-V Download - search for “Desktop Optimization” at us/subscriptions/downloads/default.aspx 
Microsoft App-V site -
Microsoft App-V blog - spx

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© 2008 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries.
The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.
© 2008 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries.
The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

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© 2008 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries.
The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.