Debugging is an essential part of software development. In this overview, we will discuss some common debugging tools that can help you identify and fix issues in your code.
Common Debugging Tools
- Print Statements: The simplest way to debug is to add
print()statements to your code to see what values variables are holding at different points in the execution. - Breakpoints: Most IDEs have a feature to set breakpoints, which allow you to pause the execution of your code at a specific line and inspect the state of the program.
- Log Files: Logging can be used to record information about the execution of your program. This can be useful for identifying issues that occur during runtime.
- Debuggers: Debuggers are powerful tools that allow you to step through your code line by line, inspect variables, and execute code conditionally.
Example
To see an example of how to use debugging tools, you can refer to our Debugging Techniques tutorial.
Useful Resources
GDB