How to use the NetBeans Debugger

"Debugging" is a generic term, but there is also a specific tool called a "debugger". This tool allows you to step through code as it is being executed, and examine variables and branching logic as you go.

This session will cover:

• When to use a debugger
• Configuring MAMP/XDebug and NetBeans
• Setting breakpoints
• Starting a debugging session
• Navigating the execution path
• Examining variables

Debugging terms and principles are consistent across tools, so the process shown using NetBeans can be translated to PHPStorm, Eclipse, or other IDEs that include a debugger. However, this session will only cover configuring NetBeans.