Windows 7 Application Compatibility Resources
There are a plethora of Windows 7 Application Compatibility resources available to ISV’s, but knowing where to find them and in what order to use them can be a daunting task, so I’ve linked to the best ones that I know of, categorized them, and put them in some sort of order.
Preparation
· Install a copy of Windows 7
· Download and Install Windows 7 SDK
Training
· Attend a Windows 7 Application Compatibility briefing
· Read the Windows Application Quality Cookbook
· Watch Windows 7 on-line Application Compatibility training
· Install Windows 7 Training Kit for Developers
Install Application Compatibility Tools
· Application Verifier
· Application Compatibility Toolkit including Standard User Analyzer
· Windows 7 Software Logo Toolkit
Testing
· Use tools from AppDNA, Camwood and Changebase to carry out static application analysis
· Attend a 2-day Application Compatibility Remediation Lab to test your application
· Use Standard User Analyzer to check that your application is compliant with UAC
· Use Application Verifier and Windows 7 Logo Toolkit to check your application is compatible with Windows 7
Remediation & Help
· Add a Windows 7 Application Manifest to your application
· Visit the online Partner technical communities
· Use the MSDN Windows 7 Application Compatibility Forums
