+1
I use this for most all of my packaging, because it’s faster in most cases. If I don’t know where files are installed or i have lots of files that need installed, Composer rocks. For me, if it’s just a couple files, or payload free packages, it’s quicker to do it myself.
I’ve also keyed (Sassafras) software while packaging with Composer. Works awesome!
I also love that it can survive multiple restarts between start and end snapshots.