Alternative 1: Run the EXE Directly via Compatibility Layers
Then build:
A Debian-based system (Ubuntu, Mint, etc.) with the following installed: how to convert exe to deb link
Instead of conversion, use these widely accepted methods to run Windows programs on Debian-based systems like Ubuntu: Alternative 1: Run the EXE Directly via Compatibility
If your app needs specific libraries (e.g., .NET, Visual C++), create a post-installation script: how to convert exe to deb link
Below are concise, actionable options and step-by-step guidance for each approach.
Follow the prompts. checkinstall will create a .deb package for you.