rebuild-clean

To fix transient build errors in a .NET solution, stop any running dotnet processes, then run dotnet clean followed by dotnet build from the repository root to remove stale artifacts and restore a fresh build state.

Flaky compilation after dependency changes often occurs because stale intermediate outputs and binaries conflict with new dependencies. Cleaning and rebuilding the solution enforces a clean state, removing these artifacts to restore deterministic, reliable builds.

Yes, you need the .NET SDK installed and available in your environment to execute the dotnet clean and dotnet build commands required for removing stale artifacts and rebuilding the entire solution from scratch.

The best way to restore a pristine build state in local .NET development is to stop running dotnet processes, run dotnet clean to remove intermediate outputs, and then run dotnet build to rebuild the entire solution deterministically.

You should run a clean rebuild when your project experiences flaky compilation, transient build errors, or immediately after making dependency changes to ensure a consistent baseline and prevent stale artifacts from affecting your workspace.

Yes, running dotnet clean removes intermediate outputs and binaries from your local development workspace. Following it with dotnet build ensures a successful, fresh build free of stale artifacts for testing.