Microsoft Visual Studio 2015 Shell -isolated- !exclusive! Download

Unlike the "Integrated" shell, which merges with existing Visual Studio installations, the allows your application to run side-by-side with other versions of Visual Studio. This is ideal for specialized tools—such as SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)—that need a customized UI, branding, and specific features without the overhead of standard programming languages. System Requirements

: You can access the 2015 Isolated Shell by visiting the Visual Studio Older Downloads page.

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