DATA TYPE PROVIDER FOR AN OPERATING SYSTEM INSTRUMENTATION STORE

A system and method for facilitating development of a computer program that interfaces with an operating system instrumentation store (OSIS). A system queries an OSIS to retrieve interface information, including schema information corresponding to a portion of data in the OSIS relevant to a user application. The system uses the retrieved information to provide an integrated development environment to a user. The IDE may include one or more features such as completion lists, tool tips, and quick info. The schema information may be used to create synthetic types for use in the target program. The interface information may be used to create synthetic elements to be inserted into a target program. The synthetic types may be used to perform static type checking during an editing session or a program compilation, or to provide the IDE services. During a build, the synthetic elements may be removed and replaced with OSIS access code, which is subsequently used during program runtime to access the store. The system enables a user to work with the OSIS as they would for built-in parts of their program.