App-V: Advanced Techniques and Troubleshooting Training Course

Introduction

Overview of sequencing

Sequencing methods in App-V

• Sequencing a web-based application
• Creating a Virtual Environment for the application
• Sequencing an application with hardcoded 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 registry key
• Merging with a local registry 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 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 App-V server components
• Procedures followed in PowerShell deployment
• Common steps to test the deployed PowerShell environment

Understanding Run-Virtual in App-V

• Adding a sub-key to Run-Virtual
• Acquiring the AppvClientPackage PowerShell cmdlet
• Utilizing the /appvpid:<PID> command line parameter
• Utilizing the /appvve:<GUID> parameter

Patch and Updates in App-V

• Definition of patches and updates
• Understanding Hot-fix 8 for App-V 5.1
• Utilizing Hot-fix 8 for update purposes

Use of Scripts in App-V

• Additional information on the Script-Launcher
• Issues associated with App-V scripting solutions
• Installation of a Script-Launcher supporting environment
• Description of different script types

Automating Conversion to App-V

• Considering the time required for conversion
• Evaluating the associated costs
• Techniques for future conversion scenarios

Accelerators in App-V Packages

• Description of package accelerators
• Steps for 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
• Layout of the connection group file
• Configuring packages within a connection group
• Understanding virtually supported connection groups

Advanced Client Integration

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

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

Package Optimizers in App-V

• Understanding package optimization
• Methods for achieving space optimization
• Methods for achieving performance optimization

Best Practices

Summary and Conclusion