binarysized

Binary-sized refers to the process of compressing and editing executable files to package them together in a single file, often for easier distribution and installation on the target system. This can be necessary when installing software because multiple files are required for the desired functionality.

The binary-size of a program is generally a result of linking and compiling, depending on the language used for coding. Certain variables, inline functions, code reuse, loops, and multiple definition can impact the resulting binary size by reducing, increasing, or remaining essentially unaltered from the original project potential.

The impact of changes on the size of the compiled or linked output can depend on many factors. For example, when a programmer or compiler architect can observe different forms of the same symptom and source, they can work together to weaponize alternatives that will make the change they want happen.

Various tools exist to help determine primary and supplementary file dependencies of a compiled piece of software, estimating the breakdown of a compiled program between static and dynamic. Determining the storage and distribution associated size of major software can help create a platform deterministic operation of a larger system