1. Get the latest installer and install the free trial. The typical settings for 2sic developers is:
    1. ASP.NET and web development
    2. Node.js development
    3. .NET Core cross-platform development
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  2. Restart the PC, open the program, pin to Taskbar
  3. Configure to always start as administrator, so you can debug IIS
  4. Download, install and activate ReSharper using the standard settings
    1. Re-open visual studio and choose the VS shortcut layout
    2. Activate your ReSharper account
  5. Optional: Install additional Extensions
    1. Git Flow
    2. Web Compiler (to compile scss files)