Runtime Build and Publish Reference

Build and publish your solution.

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Build Operations

Build Process

The Build feature compiles displays and scripts for final verification:

Build Settings

Temp Folder Locations:

• Designer Settings: SolutionPath\DesignerSettings\
• ProgramData: \ProgramData\FrameworX\

When to Build

Build is automatic during development but manual build is useful for:

Build Process Steps

1. Navigate to Runtime → Build and Publish
2. Select Rebuild All and Validate Displays
3. Click Build
4. Review build results
5. Fix any errors shown

Publish Operations

Publish Process

Creates read-only .dbrun file for production:

Version Management

Build Status

Background compilation provides continuous validation:

Double-click any row with issues to navigate to source.

Build vs Publish

Build Only

Suitable when:

• Continuous development expected
• Frequent field changes
• Development environment
• Testing iterations

Publish Required

Necessary for:

• Regulated industries
• Locked production systems
• Version control
• Read-only deployment

Validation Results

Warning Types

Warnings are informational:

• Won't stop execution
• May indicate potential issues
• Should be reviewed

Error Types

Errors prevent execution:

• Script won't run
• Display won't load
• Must be fixed

Best Practices Checklist 

Development Phase

• Use automatic background compilation
• Fix errors as they appear
• Don't build unnecessarily

Pre-Production

• Run full build with all options
• Fix all errors
• Review warnings
• Create backup

Production Deployment

• Final build and validation
• Set version number
• Publish solution
• Archive .dbrun file

File Types

Troubleshooting

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