Fix Your Tools
6 hours ago
- #programming
- #tools
- #debugging
- Author encountered a bug in an open source library they maintain.
- Attempted to use a debugger to diagnose the issue, but the breakpoint was ignored.
- Initially ignored the debugger issue and tried alternative troubleshooting methods, which were ineffective.
- Realized the importance of fixing the debugger first, which was a simple one-line configuration change.
- After fixing the debugger, the author successfully diagnosed and solved the original bug.
- Reflection on the paradox of wanting to fix the bug immediately leading to overlooking the need to fix the tool first.
- Advice to programmers to prioritize fixing their tools to enhance effectiveness in problem-solving.