is obje file binary??

Yes, an object file in C++ is typically binary. The process of creating an object file involves several steps:

  1. Preprocessing:
  2. The preprocessor resolves preprocessor directives, such as #include and #define.

  3. It expands macros and includes header files.

  4. Compilation:

  5. The compiler translates the preprocessed source code into assembly code.

  6. It generates intermediate code or assembly code based on the target architecture.

  7. Assembly:

  8. The assembler converts the assembly code into machine code or object code.

  9. It produces an object file containing machine code instructions, data, and section information.

  10. Linking:

  11. The linker combines multiple object files and resolves references between them.
  12. It creates a single executable file or a dynamic link library (DLL) by linking with other object files or libraries.
  13. Symbol resolution and relocation are performed during this stage.

The resulting object file is binary and contains a mix of machine code instructions, data, and information needed for linking. It serves as an intermediate step in the compilation process before generating the final executable file.