Class Library Project VS App_Code - Pros / Cons?

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I currently use the App_Code folder for all of my classes, and for me (for now) it seems to be working just fine.

I have however been considering making the switch over to a Class Library Project inside my Solution instead of the App_Code folder. Can anyone tell me the pros and cons of doing this?

One thought I had was with regards to testing my web app. If I use a Class Library, do I have to compile it every time I want to tweak/test? Obviously in the App_Code folder I don't have to since all of the Classes compile at runtime.

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