Binaries vs Source Code

The cluster discusses the use, risks, and best practices of pre-compiled binaries versus source code in software distribution, version control, and open source projects, including security concerns and preferences for source-only approaches.

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Sample Comments

AYBABTME Apr 2, 2015 View on HN

And the binaries aren't modified?

hnaccountme Jun 23, 2023 View on HN

Can we get to a point where we ship binaries NOT source code?

Negitivefrags Dec 31, 2021 View on HN

People don't build everything on their system from source. Distribution of binaries is a thing too.

fournm Feb 18, 2014 View on HN

Why are your binary builds living in version control?

wbl Jan 7, 2020 View on HN

A good thing no one checks binary assets into source control

the_optimist May 24, 2021 View on HN

No pretending. Sometimes binaries do matter.

haydn3 Oct 7, 2019 View on HN

Pre-compiled binaries are a sin. What a shame!

PittleyDunkin Nov 20, 2024 View on HN

This is pretty common for binary blobs for where the source code has been lost.

darkstar999 Apr 22, 2015 View on HN

Precompiled binaries from random sources is a major security concern.

gregoriol Jan 1, 2021 View on HN

They don't: you submit a compiled binary for review