currently I am trying to install software using Windows Package Management from a local repository. Right now I am using the nuget provider to get the package. My problem is, that I want to execute a script after the Install-Package
command.
I found several answers that are directing to a install.ps1
or init.ps1
file in a tools folder of the nuget package, but I thing this is related to Visual Studio nuget packages.
How do I start a PowerShell script automatically after the Install-Package command running via PowerShell?
Best Answer
Yes, you are correct! You would need to use init.ps1 or install.ps1 if you're using NuGet as a Provider. Unfortunately install.sp1 is no longer supported in Visual Studio 2017.
If the package in question, is not available in NuGet then you might want to use a different provider.
You can take a look at the PackageManagement cmdlets
You would have to manage the providers and sources depending upon the available packages.
Create your own Local Package Feed
If you want to create your own local repository: Creating Local NuGet Repository
To call a Powershell script after Install-Package command, create a file called as install.ps1 and add the below code:
To run the script:
powershell.exe -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File install.ps1
If you have a code apart from Install-Package in a different ps1 file, then you can call the script:
Check out this link: Running PowerShell scripts during NuGet package installation and removal
Package Management in Windows Powershell
Lastly, if you really want to see whats the code inside
Install-Package
, check out: Disassemble Powershell cmdlet Hope this helps!