. Seeking to add professional-grade UI components, he spent days scouring the web for a "repack" or "crack" of DevExpress 12.1.5
Tools like Advanced Installer, InstallShield, or Wix Toolset can be used for repackaging.
If the cost of a full license is out of reach, there are better paths than "repacks":
When deploying applications that use Devexpress components, you need to ensure that you're complying with the licensing agreement. Here are some best practices:
Public Class MyForm Private btn As New SimpleButton()
If you need help with legitimate licensing or migrating code from an older version to a newer one, I’m happy to assist with that instead.