SMRTR ProgrammingJul 16, 2025Dev.to

This One Debugging Habit Saved Me from 3 All-Nighters

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A new debugging habit for developers can save hours of frustration: keeping a detailed Debug Log Journal. This practice helps programmers track their problem-solving process, avoid repeating mistakes, and clarify their thinking. By documenting expected outcomes, actual results, and steps taken to resolve issues, developers can maintain focus and create a personal knowledge base. The author recommends using markdown files in a project's repository for easy reference and version control.

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