Dale (and Marc, because you seem quite active on the topic and might have thoughts).
I am constantly curious about how to deliver the best user experience. One of the stumbling blocks that complicates experiences was / is the install process for plugins and extensions to software products. I’m not pointing fingers here, I’m a big fan of McNeel and the work you all do, but in reflecting the install process has always presented a barrier because the install processes for these types of tools (i.e. plugins, extensions) are usually done only seldomly and as such for most people tend to forget the required steps and as a result often feel confused.
I have read what I believe are the newest rhino installer processes (here). The processes seem to be improving however they raised a question for me:
Is it possible to deploy and install a rhino plugin (one that has its own toolbar) via the Microsoft or Apple App Stores (for simplicity let’s focus on the Microsoft store now)? And if so is it possible to create an installer that will completely install the extension so that when a user opens Rhino it’s all just sitting there ready for them to use.
I’d like to make experiences that simple -
Any thoughts, is this possible? How close can one get to this install experience?