Is it possible for a task I write (that's called from MSBuild) to use VSIP interfaces or VS automation I've created my own output window pane and I'd like my MSBuild task to write to that custom output window pane.
It should be possible for your task to use VSIP interfaces or VS automation to communicate with your custom output pane. I have to admit, though, that its not something that we've tried.
One thing you should make sure though is that if the project is built from the command-line that the task will fall-back gracefully in the absence of VS.
MSBuild task use VSIP or VS automation?
Mark D. Peterson
It should be possible for your task to use VSIP interfaces or VS automation to communicate with your custom output pane. I have to admit, though, that its not something that we've tried.
One thing you should make sure though is that if the project is built from the command-line that the task will fall-back gracefully in the absence of VS.
Hope that helps!
..Kieran