Learn Java Debugging using VS Code

Master Java Debugging with Visual Studio Code (VS Code)

Unlock powerful debugging skills and become a proficient Java developer with this comprehensive, hands-on course. Learn to quickly identify and resolve bugs in your Java applications using the industry-leading VS Code editor.

Prerequisites: You'll need to download Docker Desktop from the official website. Udemy Business users, please check with your employer regarding software downloads.

Why Learn Java Debugging with VS Code?

Debugging Java applications can be challenging, but it doesn't have to be! This course provides expert tips, tricks, and best practices to streamline the debugging process. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, you'll gain the skills to confidently troubleshoot and fix bugs in your own code.

Course Overview:

This course is structured to take you from fundamental debugging concepts to advanced techniques, with plenty of practical examples.

Basic Debugging Features:

• Breakpoints: Learn how to strategically place breakpoints to pause your code execution.
• Run in Debug Mode: Master running your Java applications in debug mode for in-depth analysis.
• Program Flow Control: Gain control over your program's execution during debugging.
• Expression Evaluation & Variable Inspection: Inspect and evaluate expressions and variables to understand your code's state.
• Variable Editing: Modify variable values on the fly without altering your code.
• Debugging Lambda & Stream Operations: Effectively debug complex lambda expressions and stream operations.
• Step Filters: Utilize step filters for precise control over debugging steps.
• Conditional Breakpoints: Set breakpoints that trigger only when specific conditions are met.
• Exception Breakpoints: Pause execution when exceptions occur.
• Logpoints & Data Breakpoints: Leverage logpoints and data breakpoints for targeted debugging.
• Run to Cursor: Execute code until a specific line or cursor position.
• Debugging JUnit Test Cases: Learn to debug your JUnit tests effectively.
• Local & Remote Debugging of Spring Boot Projects: Debug Spring Boot applications locally and remotely.
• Hot Code Replace (HCR): Utilize Hot Code Replace for faster development cycles during debugging.
• Debugging Multi-Module Spring Boot Maven Projects: Debug complex multi-module Spring Boot projects.

Advanced Debugging Features:

• Debugging Java Web Applications in Tomcat (VS Code): Debug your web applications running in Tomcat using VS Code.
• Debugging Spring Boot Applications in Docker: Debug Spring Boot applications deployed in Docker containers.
• Docker Installation on Windows 10: Learn how to install Docker on Windows 10.
• Debugging Java Web Applications in Jetty Server (VS Code): Debug web applications running on Jetty server.
• Install Local Kubernetes Cluster with Docker Desktop: Set up a local Kubernetes cluster using Docker Desktop.
• Debug in Local Kubernetes Cluster (Cloud Code Extension): Debug applications running in a local Kubernetes cluster using the Cloud Code extension.
• Create a GKE Cluster in GCP Cloud: Learn to create a Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) cluster.
• Install Cloud Code Extension in VS Code: Install and configure the Cloud Code extension for enhanced debugging.
• Debug in Remote GKE Cluster (Cloud Code Extension): Debug applications running in a remote GKE cluster using the Cloud Code extension.
• Debug in Docker Container (Remote Development Extension Pack): Debug applications running inside Docker containers using the Remote Development Extension Pack.

Practice Activities:

Reinforce your learning with practical exercises covering both simple and advanced debugging problem scenarios. These hands-on activities will solidify your understanding and build your debugging expertise.

By the end of this course, you'll have a strong foundation in Java debugging with VS Code and be equipped to tackle real-world debugging challenges.