Plug-in development overview

Become familiar with these plug-in development concepts before you begin creating custom plug-ins.

Plug-in concepts
Whether you are using existing plug-ins or developing custom plug-ins, it is useful to get familiar with plug-in concepts and the contents of a plug-in.
Virtual application lifecycle
Plug-ins are involved in the creation, deployment, and management of a virtual application.
Plug-in development steps
Plug-ins contribute components, links, and policies that you use in the Pattern Builder pane to create virtual application patterns, or extend existing virtual application patterns.

Parent topic: Plug-in development guide