Why do I need to compile the source code?

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David @ buzztouch buzztouch Evangelist Posts: 6868 Reg: Jan 01, 2010 Monterey, CA 78,860	confirm \| cancel 10/24/10 11:06 PM (15 years ago) Why do I need to compile the source code? Compiling is necessary before anything can be installed on a device or distributed in an App Store or Market. Explaining what compiling means and how it works is beyond the scope of this discussion. However, it's important to understand that all native mobile apps (installable apps) need to be compiled before they can be installed on devices. Title Comments Compiling is necessary before anything can be installed on a device or distributed in an App Store or Market. Explaining what compiling means and how it works is beyond the scope of this discussion. However, it's important to understand that all native mobile apps (installable apps) need to be compiled before they can be installed on devices.

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