This section demonstrates how to install the Contoso Training Management application. This is a two-step process because you must first set up a development environment before you can install the application. You can create a development environment either by using a virtual environment that you can download from Microsoft or by installing each of the necessary components yourself. After you install the application, you can create courses, register for them, and approve them.

The section includes the following topics:

• Contents of This Release
• Creating a Development Environment
• Using the Virtual PC
• Installing the Training Management Application
• Overview of the Training Management Application