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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And the binaries aren't modified?
Can we get to a point where we ship binaries NOT source code?
People don't build everything on their system from source. Distribution of binaries is a thing too.
Why are your binary builds living in version control?
A good thing no one checks binary assets into source control
No pretending. Sometimes binaries do matter.
Pre-compiled binaries are a sin. What a shame!
This is pretty common for binary blobs for where the source code has been lost.
Precompiled binaries from random sources is a major security concern.
They don't: you submit a compiled binary for review