iOS Debugging Fundamentals from Pluralsight

Nothing is more frustrating than haphazardly hoping to find the cause of bugs in your apps. Become strategic in your iOS debugging efforts! Combine problem solving skills and Xcode’s debugging tools to maximize your bug fixing potential.

Bugs are bound to happen. Getting rid of them is an essential skill if you want to keep your sanity when building apps. In this course, iOS Debugging Fundamentals, you will learn a set of thinking skills to couple with the fundamental tools that Xcode provides you for finding and fixing flaws in your apps. First, you will learn to approach debugging situations with a set of principles for strategic problem solving. Next, you will discover how to configure breakpoints and inspect view hierarchies effectively. Finally, you will explore how to interpret a backtrace, glean valuable information from the Xcode debug area and console, locate changes in your codebase and simulate conditions that happen in the wild. When you are finished with this course, you will have the skills and knowledge to strategically and methodically reason about probable causes of defects that you experience at runtime.

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Course Overview

Debugging as Strategic Problem Solving

Correcting Unmet Expectations

Addressing App Crashes

Alleviating Anomalies

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches strategic problem solving, a core skill for debugging solutions effectively

Develops skills in interpreting backtraces, a valuable ability in identifying causes of runtime errors

Taught by Andrew Bancroft, who is recognized for their work in iOS app development

Covers essential tools in Xcode for debugging iOS apps, which are industry standard for iOS development

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in iOS Debugging Fundamentals with these activities:

Organize your course materials

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Establish a structured approach to accessing and reviewing course materials for optimal learning.

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Create a dedicated folder or notebook
Categorize and store course materials
Review and update your materials regularly

Review Xcode debugging tools

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Familiarize yourself with the Xcode debugging tools to ensure a smooth learning experience.

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Open the Xcode documentation
Locate the section on debugging tools
Read through the documentation

Debug a simple iOS app

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Apply the concepts of strategic problem solving and Xcode debugging tools to a practical scenario.

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Find a simple, open-source iOS app
Set breakpoints and inspect view hierarchies
Analyze backtraces and debug console logs
Simulate conditions that trigger bugs

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Debug a real-world iOS app with a peer

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Collaborate with a peer to tackle a complex debugging challenge, fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills.

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Find a peer with similar iOS development experience
Choose a real-world iOS app with a known bug
Work together to debug the app
Discuss and document the debugging process

Follow a tutorial on advanced iOS debugging techniques

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Expand your knowledge and skills by exploring advanced debugging techniques.

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Search for tutorials on advanced iOS debugging
Select a reputable tutorial
Follow the tutorial steps
Experiment with the new techniques

Write a blog post about a debugging technique

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Share your knowledge and insights by creating a blog post that deepens your understanding of a debugging technique.

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Choose a specific debugging technique to focus on
Research and gather information
Write a comprehensive blog post
Publish and promote your blog post

Develop a debugging workflow

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Organize your debugging process by creating a custom workflow to enhance efficiency.

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Identify common debugging scenarios
Design a step-by-step workflow for each scenario
Document the workflow
Test and refine the workflow

Build a personal iOS debugging tool

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Enhance your debugging skills by creating a tool that automates or simplifies debugging tasks.

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Identify a specific debugging task to automate
Research existing tools and techniques
Design and implement a prototype tool
Test and refine the tool

Career center

Learners who complete iOS Debugging Fundamentals will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

iOS Developer

iOS Developers specialize in developing software for Apple's iOS operating system. They may work on a variety of projects, from games and entertainment apps to productivity and business tools. This course is a great fit for iOS Developers as it provides them with the skills and knowledge they need to debug and fix issues in their iOS apps. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, iOS Developers can quickly identify and fix bugs in their code, ensuring that their apps are stable and reliable.

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Mobile Developer

Mobile Developers specialize in developing software for mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets. They may work on a variety of projects, from games and entertainment apps to productivity and business tools. This course is a great fit for Mobile Developers as it provides them with the skills and knowledge they need to debug and fix issues in their mobile apps. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Mobile Developers can quickly identify and fix bugs in their code, ensuring that their apps are stable and reliable.

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Computer Programmer

Computer Programmers write and maintain computer code. They may work on a variety of projects, from small personal apps to large enterprise systems. This course may be useful to Computer Programmers by helping them to troubleshoot and debug their code more effectively. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Computer Programmers can quickly identify and fix bugs in their code.

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Technical Support Specialist

Technical Support Specialists provide technical support to users of software and hardware products. They may work in a variety of settings, including call centers, help desks, and online forums. This course may be useful to Technical Support Specialists by helping them to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues more effectively. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Technical Support Specialists can quickly identify and fix bugs in software, ensuring that users can get the help they need.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts test and evaluate software to ensure that it meets quality standards. They may work on a variety of projects, from small personal apps to large enterprise systems. This course may be useful to Quality Assurance Analysts by helping them to identify and fix bugs in software more effectively. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Quality Assurance Analysts can quickly identify and fix bugs in code, ensuring that the software is stable and reliable.

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Software Tester

Software Testers test and evaluate software to ensure that it meets quality standards. They may work on a variety of projects, from small personal apps to large enterprise systems. This course may be useful to Software Testers by helping them to identify and fix bugs in software more effectively. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Software Testers can quickly identify and fix bugs in code, ensuring that the software is stable and reliable.

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Software Developer

Software Developers use their knowledge of programming and software development to build and maintain computer applications. They may work on a variety of projects, from small personal apps to large enterprise systems. This course may be useful to Software Developers by helping them to troubleshoot and debug their code more effectively. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Software Developers can quickly identify and fix bugs in their code.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers apply engineering principles to the design, development, and maintenance of software systems. They may work on a variety of projects, from small personal apps to large enterprise systems. This course may be useful to Software Engineers by helping them to troubleshoot and debug their code more effectively. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Software Engineers can quickly identify and fix bugs in their code.

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Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineers design and develop machine learning models. They may work on a variety of projects, from developing new products to improving existing ones. This course may be useful to Machine Learning Engineers by helping them to troubleshoot and debug their code more effectively. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Machine Learning Engineers can quickly identify and fix bugs in their code.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use data to solve problems and make decisions. They may work on a variety of projects, from developing new products to improving existing ones. This course may be useful to Data Scientists by helping them to troubleshoot and debug their code more effectively. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Data Scientists can quickly identify and fix bugs in their code.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for the development and launch of new products. They may work on a variety of projects, from small personal products to large enterprise products. This course may be useful to Product Managers by helping them to understand the technical aspects of product development. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Product Managers can better understand the challenges that developers face and make better decisions about product development.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts help businesses to design and implement new systems. They may work on a variety of projects, from small personal projects to large enterprise projects. This course may be useful to Systems Analysts by helping them to understand the technical aspects of systems analysis. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Systems Analysts can better understand the challenges that developers face and make better decisions about systems analysis.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts help businesses to improve their processes and operations. They may work on a variety of projects, from small personal projects to large enterprise projects. This course may be useful to Business Analysts by helping them to understand the technical aspects of business analysis. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Business Analysts can better understand the challenges that developers face and make better decisions about business analysis.

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Web Developer

Web Developers design and develop websites and web applications. They may work on a variety of projects, from small personal websites to large enterprise web applications. This course may be useful to Web Developers by helping them to troubleshoot and debug their code more effectively. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Web Developers can quickly identify and fix bugs in their code.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for planning and executing projects. They may work on a variety of projects, from small personal projects to large enterprise projects. This course may be useful to Project Managers by helping them to understand the technical aspects of project management. By learning how to use Xcode's debugging tools and how to interpret a backtrace, Project Managers can better understand the challenges that developers face and make better decisions about project management.

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