Sign Based on CI Pipeline Variable

[Collins]

We are using a code sign process that counts each code signing request which is consuming more a large amount of requests, regardless if a file needs to be signed or not. We need a way to pass a pipeline variable to tell the projects \solutions if singing is needed or if it can be skipped. Ideally we want to be able to only sign based on a regex value, like for a release branch and to skip for anything else.

[Catalin]

Hello,

From what I understand so far, you would like to condition the signing process in Advanced Installer based on a pipeline variable?

If that's the case, I am thinking you could perhaps create a PowerShell script that can enable/disable the signing for your project based on the condition you want.

Would that work for you?

Best regards,
Catalin

[Collins]

Yes, if that is possible so that all signing is disabled for all aip projects before building. Are there command line options available currently?

[Catalin]

Hello Collins,

The following thread and article should help:

How to temporary disable/enable Digital Signature via command line

Working with Advanced Installer from the Command Line

Hope this helps!

Best regards,
Catalin

[Collins]

Thank you. Is there a way to create a list of projects as well? I have over 40 AI projects that I need to reference.

Also, for the file of commands, should the extension be .txt or .AIC?

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AdvancedInstaller.com /execute <project> <command_file_path> [-nofail]

It would be nice if all of this could be done from a PowerShell script using a foreach.

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;aic
SetVersion 1.2
AddFile APPDIR\MyFolder C:\Folder\File.txt
AddFile APPDIR\MyFolder “%SAMPLE%File.txt“
SetProperty TESTPROP="TestValue"
Save
Rebuild

[Catalin]

Hello,

Assuming your projects are all in the same folder, what we can do is:

1. add all of them to an array

Everything you wanted to know about arrays

2. run a foreach loop that will run AdvancedInstaller.com /execute command

ForEach-Object

Regarding the file of commands, it should be .AIC and also the first line should be:

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;aic

Working with Advanced Installer from the command line

Hope this helps!

Best regards,
Catalin

[Collins]

I have tried with both PowerShell and using a batch file, but its not working for me. I've attached the files I am using.

[Catalin]

Hello,

Please note I have replied to you over the email.

Let's continue the thread over there and followup here once we reach a conclusive answer.

Best regards,
Catalin