Does this skill provide CLI commands for publishing?

Yes, it provides standardized 'dotnet publish' commands for framework-dependent, self-contained, and single-file deployment scenarios.

Which installer technology is recommended for modern WPF apps?

Velopack is highly recommended for modern applications due to its support for fast delta updates and simplified deployment workflows.

Can I use PublishTrimmed with my WPF application?

No, WPF is reflection-heavy and does not currently support PublishTrimmed or PublishAot. This skill provides alternative size-optimization strategies.

How large is a self-contained WPF executable?

A self-contained WPF app typically ranges from 150-200MB because it includes the .NET runtime, though single-file compression can reduce this to 50-80MB.

WPF Publishing Guide

Name: WPF Publishing Guide
Author: christian289

bychristian289

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Deployment & DevOps

Streamlines the deployment and packaging process for WPF applications by guiding users through installer selection and publishing configurations.

The WPF Publishing Guide skill empowers developers to navigate the complexities of distributing Windows desktop applications. It provides expert guidance on choosing the optimal deployment method—whether framework-dependent, self-contained, or single-file—and evaluates various installer technologies like Velopack, MSIX, and Inno Setup. By offering ready-to-use CLI commands and highlighting WPF-specific limitations regarding trimming and AOT, this skill ensures that your .NET desktop applications are packaged efficiently and correctly for your target audience.

Key Features

0110 GitHub stars

02Size optimization and startup performance trade-off references

03Pre-configured CLI commands for .NET publish workflows

04Guided selection for modern and traditional installer technologies

05Comparative analysis of deployment methods including Single-File and Self-Contained options

06Proactive warnings for WPF-specific limitations like reflection-based trimming issues

Use Cases

01Choosing the best installer technology for a new consumer-facing WPF application

02Configuring a single-file executable for simplified XCOPY deployment

03Implementing modern auto-update features using Velopack integration

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add christian289/dotnet-with-claudecode publishing-wpf-apps

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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