[v2.0] Microsoft Store publishing preparation

[HuckleR2003]

Milestone: v2.0
Goal: PC_Workman available on Microsoft Store for easy discovery/installation.

Requirements research:

• App package format (.msix or .appx)
• Code signing certificate ($)
• Store listing requirements
• Privacy policy
• Age ratings
• Screenshots + description

Technical prep:

• Convert PyInstaller .exe -> MSIX package
• Handle Windows app sandboxing (limited file access)
• Auto-update via Store (remove custom update checker)
• Telemetry compliance (Store requires crash reporting)

Store listing:

• App name: PC_Workman
• Category: Utilities & Tools
• Description: 500 char summary
• Screenshots: 4-5 showing key features
• Icon: 1024x1024 high-res

Challenges:

• Code signing cost (~$200-400/year)
• App review process (can take weeks)
• Sandboxing might break some features (needs testing)
• Store cut (Microsoft takes %)

Alternative:

• Sideload MSIX (users can install without Store)
• GitHub releases remain primary distribution
• Store as secondary channel

Success:

• MSIX package builds successfully
• App passes Store validation
• Listed on Microsoft Store
• Organic discovery increases