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Do I have to compile a program each time i want to run it?

1 Answer

Jennifer Nordell
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Jennifer Nordell
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Hi there! You only need to compile the program if you've made changes to the code. But between every time you make changes and want to run it, then yes, you will need to re-compile the program.

Hope this helps! :sparkles: