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winapp-cli

Automate Windows app development, packaging, and deployment via the winapp CLI.

1|Updated Feb 15, 2026
Search Tags:#developer tools#ci/cd#msix#windows apps#app packaging#windows sdk
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Skill: winapp-cli
Source: https://github.com/ajilantony/copilot-agentops/tree/main/skills/winapp-cli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ajilantony/copilot-agentops --skill winapp-cli-ajilantony

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the complex process of developing, packaging, and deploying Windows applications, making it easier to build modern Windows apps for any framework.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Project Initialization: Sets up new Windows app projects with necessary manifests and certificates.
  • MSIX Packaging: Creates industry-standard MSIX packages for distribution.
  • Debugging Support: Enables debugging of Windows APIs by adding temporary package identity.
  • Use Case: You're developing a cross-platform desktop app using Tauri and need to package it as a native Windows application with an MSIX installer. This Skill will help you generate the AppxManifest.xml, create a development certificate, and build the final MSIX package.

Quick Start

Use the winapp-cli skill to initialize a new Windows app project in the current directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about winapp-cli

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I package a Tauri app as an MSIX installer for Windows?▼

You can package a Tauri app as an MSIX installer by using this skill to generate the required AppxManifest.xml, create a development certificate, and build the final MSIX package. It fully automates MSIX packaging for Windows deployment.

What is MSIX packaging and when do I need it for Windows apps?▼

MSIX packaging is an industry-standard format for distributing Windows applications. You need MSIX packaging when deploying modern Windows apps built with .NET, C++, Electron, Rust, or Tauri to ensure proper package identity and streamlined installation.

Can I use Windows SDK build tools with Electron and Rust frameworks?▼

Yes, you can access Windows SDK build tools for .NET, C++, Electron, Rust, and Tauri frameworks. The skill manages development certificates and generates AppxManifest.xml files for these frameworks targeting Windows.

How do I generate an AppxManifest.xml file for a new Windows app project?▼

You generate an AppxManifest.xml file by initializing a new Windows app project in your current directory. The skill sets up the project with the necessary manifests and manages the required development certificates automatically.

How do I debug Windows APIs that require package identity?▼

You debug Windows APIs requiring package identity by using the skill's debugging support to add temporary package identity to your application. This allows you to test Windows-specific API calls before final MSIX packaging.

Do I need to manually create development certificates for MSIX packaging?▼

No, you do not need to manually create development certificates for MSIX packaging. The skill manages the creation of development certificates automatically during project initialization and the MSIX package generation process.

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