is it possible to run a source file that is not part of a solution/project? it appears that this is not possible in Sharpdevelop. Also, why is it I cannot compile and run a file that is not part of a solution ? many thanks

Yes, because every class needs references, those references information saved in project setting file (XML file) and this file contains a lot of information needed to compile\run class(es).

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