Ricompilare

Ricompilare is an Italian verb meaning “to recompile.” In computing, it designates the action of compiling source code again, typically to incorporate changes in the codebase or in dependencies and to produce updated executables or libraries. The term can refer to both a full rebuild, which recompiles all source files from scratch, and an incremental recompilation, where only modified or affected files are recompiled.

Etymology and usage context: Ricompilare is formed from the verb compilare, with the prefix ri- indicating repetition. Compilare itself derives from Latin and is used in Italian to describe both the process of turning source code into machine code and the act of assembling or compiling any collection, such as a program, a document, or a list. The prefix ri- emphasizes performing the action again.

Practical implications: In software development, ricompilare is a common operation triggered by code edits, dependency changes, or altered compiler options or build scripts. Build systems and development workflows often distinguish between full rebuilds and incremental recompilations to manage build times. The necessity to ricompilare may vary with the language, tooling, and environment; some ecosystems support hot or incremental builds, while others require a complete recompile after certain changes.

Other senses: Outside computing, ricompilare can also mean to fill out a form again or to reassemble a compilation or list, though this usage is less frequent and context-dependent. In technical writing, the meaning is usually clear from the discussion of compiling source code or rebuilding artifacts.