Scratch Build

Definitions

1. A build performed from a clean state without relying on previous artifacts, caches, or incremental leftovers. It is often used to confirm whether a problem only exists in a dirty environment.

   In plain English: A fresh build from a completely clean starting state.

   Example: "Try a scratch build before blaming the compiler."

Related Terms

• Nuke the Cache
• Percussive Maintenance
• Bathroom Break Build
• Build Break
• Build Farm
• Compile and Pray
• Quit and Restart
• Turn It Off and On Again