Omkompilere

Omkompilere is a Norwegian verb meaning to compile source code again. It refers to running the compiler on the source files to produce a new version of an executable or a library. The prefix om- often conveys “again” or “re-,” combined with kompilere, which in this context means translating high-level code into machine code or intermediate representations.

In practice, omkompilering occurs when source code has changed since the last build, or when dependencies and build configurations have been updated and a fresh build is needed to ensure consistency. Many development environments and build systems support incremental compilation, but certain changes or build issues may require a full rebuild, where all previous build artifacts are removed and the code is compiled anew.

The term is common in software development and build workflows, describing an operation that is often automated as part of a build pipeline. Related concepts include compilation, build systems, incremental compilation, and clean builds.

See also: kompilere; byggsystem; inkrementell bygging; ren bygging; kjørbar fil.