Application Packaging Practice Exam
Application Packaging Practice Exam
About Application Packaging Exam
The Application Packaging Exam evaluates a candidate's ability to create, customize, test, and deploy software packages across enterprise environments. This exam tests skills in tools like Windows Installer (MSI), App-V, and packaging formats used for automating and standardizing software deployment. Ideal for IT professionals working in desktop engineering, systems administration, and enterprise application deployment.
Who should take the Exam?
This exam is ideal for:
- IT professionals working in desktop support or system administration
- Application packaging and deployment specialists
- Engineers managing software standardization across enterprise systems
- Consultants involved in software distribution and virtualization
- Tech leads implementing SCCM, Intune, or other deployment tools
Skills Required
- Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems and registry
- Familiarity with MSI packaging, scripting, and transforms (MST)
- Understanding of application dependencies and system integration
- Experience with deployment tools like SCCM, Intune, or Ivanti
- Problem-solving skills for resolving compatibility and deployment issues
Knowledge Gained
- Mastery of application packaging lifecycle from request to deployment
- Best practices for creating stable, silent install packages
- Skills in repackaging, scripting, testing, and troubleshooting
- Experience with virtualized packaging formats like App-V or MSIX
- Understanding compliance and enterprise standards in software delivery
Course Outline
The Application Packaging Exam covers the following topics -
Domain 1 – Introduction to Application Packaging
- What is application packaging and its importance
- Types of application packaging formats (MSI, App-V, MSIX)
- Tools and technologies used in packaging
Domain 2 – Packaging Tools and Techniques
- MSI technology, InstallShield, Advanced Installer, Orca
- Creating and customizing MSI packages
- Writing custom actions and creating MST files
Domain 3 – Virtualization and Modern Packaging
- App-V and MSIX fundamentals
- Sequencing applications and managing virtual layers
- Deploying modern packages via Intune or SCCM
Domain 4 – Testing and Troubleshooting
- Installation and uninstallation testing procedures
- Log analysis, conflict resolution, and repair strategies
- Common packaging errors and how to fix them
Domain 5 – Deployment and Lifecycle Management
- Package lifecycle management and version control
- Integration with SCCM, Intune, and other deployment platforms
- Compliance, documentation, and release coordination
