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Top 3 VS Code Extensions That Simplify Debugging
Debugger for Chrome
Test and fix JavaScript directly from VS Code. You can set breakpoints, watch variables, and see call stacks without leaving your editor.
CodeLLDB
If you work with C, C++, or Rust, this extension gives you deep insights into variables, stack traces, and breakpoints. It works smoothly with VS Code’s interface and makes complex debugging straightforward.
Error Lens
This extension highlights errors and warnings directly in your code. You can spot issues instantly instead of digging through logs or console output.
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More Tools Worth Installing
If you want to make debugging even easier, try these extensions too:
GitLens for tracking which commit introduced a bug
REST Client for testing API endpoints without switching apps
Bookmarks for marking problem lines and jumping between them quickly
Debugging is one of the most valuable skills for any developer. When you can fix problems fast and with confidence, you improve your entire workflow and become the teammate everyone wants to pair with.
That’s it for today.
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