Caching
Cache Miss
A cache miss occurs when no usable entry is found for a lookup. Causes include changed inputs, scope restrictions, eviction, or a new cache store; a correct build should be able to recompute missing outputs.
Why it matters
Reliable workflows must recompute outputs when the cache cannot satisfy a request.
Practical example
Run a clean build periodically to confirm that the pipeline does not depend on an undeclared cache entry.
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