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Where to put include files in an application?
However, in general, it is easier to secure include files if they reside within the same application or Web site. For better security, it is advisable to place include files in a separate directory within your application, such as \\Includes, and apply only appropriate Execute (Web server) permissions.
How does an include file work in ASP?
ASP detects changes to an included file regardless of its location and inserts the files content the next time a browser requests an .asp file which includes this file. However, in general, it is easier to secure include files if they reside within the same application or Web site.
Is the local path relative to the CPP file?
The directory of your solution or makefile/project file is irrelevant, the local path is relative to the compilation unit, i.e. the cpp file. If that cpp file includes a header, that headers own includes are relative to itself, not the cpp file that included it. (It would be hell to manage if it were not).
What should be included in a single file application?
Apps are OS and architecture-specific. You need to publish for each configuration, such as Linux x64, Linux ARM64, Windows x64, and so forth. Configuration files, such as *.runtimeconfig.json, are included in the single file.
Do you need an Inc extension for included files?
Included files do not require a special file name extension; however, it is considered good programming practice to give included files an .inc extension to distinguish them from other types of files. To increase security on you Web server, do not store sensitive data in include files.
How to include a file from a parent directory?
You can also use the file keyword with the syntax (..\\) to include a file from a parent, or higher-level, directory if the Enable Parent Paths option is selected in the Internet Information Services snap-in.