Debugging Tools
Debugging tools are software applications or integrated features that help developers identify, analyze, and fix errors (bugs) in code during development. They provide functionalities like breakpoints, step-through execution, variable inspection, and call stack tracing to isolate issues in programs. These tools are essential for improving code quality, reducing development time, and ensuring software reliability across various programming environments.
Developers should learn and use debugging tools to efficiently troubleshoot code issues, as manual debugging is time-consuming and error-prone. They are crucial during development phases, testing, and maintenance for diagnosing logic errors, performance bottlenecks, and runtime exceptions in applications. Specific use cases include debugging web applications in browsers, server-side code in IDEs, and mobile apps on emulators or devices.