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Build
Plain English
Turning code into something usable.
Definition
A build is the glossaryProcessA process is a defined sequence of steps used to achieve a specific outcome.Open glossary term of compiling and packaging code into a runnable application.
In practice
Used to prepare software for testing, staging, or production glossaryEnvironmentAn environment is a specific configured setup where software runs, such as development, staging, or production, each with its own data and settings. Keeping them consistent is what makes behaviour in one predict behaviour in another.Open glossary term.
In context
Its duration sets the rhythm of the working day. A build that takes twenty minutes changes how often people are willing to test anything.
The reality
Build glossaryProcessA process is a defined sequence of steps used to achieve a specific outcome.Open glossary term can become slow and complex as glossarySystemA system is a collection of interconnected components that work together to achieve a specific function or outcome.Open glossary term grow.
Compared with
Build vs Deployment
The build turns source code into a runnable artefact. glossaryDeploymentDeployment is the process of releasing software or updates to a live environment.Open glossary term puts that artefact somewhere it runs. One artefact should be built once and deployed to several glossaryEnvironmentAn environment is a specific configured setup where software runs, such as development, staging, or production, each with its own data and settings. Keeping them consistent is what makes behaviour in one predict behaviour in another.Open glossary term, not rebuilt for each.
FAQ
Common questions
A few practical answers to the questions that usually come up around this term.
What is a build?
It is the glossaryProcessA process is a defined sequence of steps used to achieve a specific outcome.Open glossary term of preparing code to run.
Why is building important?
It ensures software can be executed correctly.
What does a build include?
Compiling, packaging, and optimising code.
What is a common issue?
Slow or failing build glossaryProcessA process is a defined sequence of steps used to achieve a specific outcome.Open glossary term.
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