Ultima.dll is not a valid .dll or COM object?

[Lokai]

Hi,

Just wondering if you could help me understand what I am doing wrong with the .dll files?

I am using Visual Studio 2003 .NET.
I am starting a new Solution with a new C# Windows Application.
I go to References - Add Reference, and browse and point to the .dll's which I have copied into the Solution folder. It does not matter which one I choose, I get the same response from VS2003, "Core.dll is not a valid .dll or COM object." or "Ultima.dll is not a valid .dll or COM object."

Can you tell me what I am missing?

[Malaperth]

The only thing I can think of is that the Ultima.dll you are using is in a different format than the 2003 version is used to.

NOTE: This is only a guess and has no basis in fact.

Have you tried using Visual C# Express or VS 2005?

[Lokai]

No.

Normally I just use Notepad++, and don't bother with VS at all. I used to need it so I could get all the helpful goodies (and sometimes miss it) but lately I just open files in Notepad++ and work on the fly.

But I wanted to create a Windows application with references to the Ultima core files. I do not have any other application to try. Is Visual C# Express one of the freeware apps? A long time ago I used Sharp Develop. I don't know if that is still around? *EDIT* I found Sharp Develop. I will try that one....BRB

[Malaperth]

Personally, I can't stand SharpDevelop, but I freely admit it's a matter of personal preference and comfort.

Visual C# Express is now free, however:

Microsoft makes Visual Studio Express Free!!!

[Lokai]

OK, Sharp Develop worked, although the interface is somewhat clumsy. I am downloading VCS2005 Express now.

Thanks!

[System 32]

A note, i created Core.dll with vcsharp express 2005, this may be the reason