Debugging Flashcards
1
Q
What are breakpoints?
A
A point where the debugger will pause the execution.
2
Q
Do breakpoints only work on debug mode? (on Vs)
A
They work on all modes, but on release mode the code will change and the breakpoints may be on different lines.
3
Q
What is the main purpose of breakpoints?
A
They allow the developer to check the state of the program on a specific point.
4
Q
Where can you see the memory used for the program?
A
In the Memory Window
5
Q
How can you open the memory window in Vs?
A
On the top menu > Debug > Windows > Memory
6
Q
What is the notation ‘&variable’ used for?
A
It’s used to get the memory address of the desired variable
7
Q
In the memory window, what do the pairs of characters represent?
A
Each pair is a byte, represented in hexadecimal value.
