How can a C++ windows dll be merged into a C# application exe?

Question

I have a Windows C# program that uses a C++ dll for data i/o. My goal is to deploy the application as a single EXE.

What are the steps to create such an executable

Answer 1

Use Fody.Costura nuget

1. Open your solution -> Project -> Manage Nuget Packages
2. Search for Fody.Costura
3. Compile your project.

That's it !

Source: http://www.manuelmeyer.net/2016/01/net-power-tip-10-merging-assemblies/