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2. Visual C++ and the Visual Studio Installer
Adam Welch

3. Visual Studio has grown up
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Visual Studio has grown up
Visual Studio over the years
Visual C supported just C++
Install size <200MB
Many languages, many features
As more languages and features were added, Visual Studio grew significantly in size
By mid-2000s, Visual Studio’s footprint was in the gigabytes.
Only want specific features
Not everyone needs every feature: how can we let developers install only what they need?
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4. Streamlining the installer
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Streamlining the installer
Visual Studio 2015 installer
We began refactoring the product to allow a more granular install by making Windows Store, mobile, and C++ optional components.
Visual Studio Installer
With Visual Studio 2017, we have completely revamped the installer as a standalone application.
Full customization so you can install just what you need.
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5. The Visual Studio Installer
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The Visual Studio Installer
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24. Try out the new installer!
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Try out the new installer!
Install the new release and try for yourself.
Faster, more lightweight, and more install options.
Install just the tools you want.
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