GDB-UI

GDB-UI is a user-friendly interface built for the GNU Debugger (GDB), providing a modern web-based UI for debugging your applications. It allows developers to monitor program execution, inspect variables, set breakpoints, and more, all through an intuitive web application.

GitHub Repository: c2siorg/GDB-UI

Project Overview

GDB-UI simplifies the debugging process by integrating the powerful features of GDB with a sleek and easy-to-use web interface. This project is particularly useful for developers working with languages like C, C++, and Ada. The interface offers a more accessible and visual approach to debugging, making it easier to identify and fix issues in your code.

Getting Started

Docker Setup

The quickest way to get started with GDB-UI is by using Docker. A docker-compose.yml file is provided to handle the entire setup.

1. Ensure Docker and Docker Compose are installed on your machine.

2. Run the following command in your terminal:

   docker-compose up

This command will build and start both the frontend and backend services, making the application available at http://localhost:3000 (or your specified port).

Manual Setup

If you prefer a manual setup or are unable to use Docker, follow these steps:

Prerequisites

• Node.js: Version 18
• Python: Version 3.10

Frontend Setup (React)

1. Navigate to the webapp directory:

   cd webapp

2. Install the necessary dependencies:

   npm install

3. Start the development server:

   npm run dev

Backend Setup (Python Server)

1. Navigate to the gdbui_server directory:

   cd gdbui_server

2. Install the required Python packages:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

3. Run the backend server:

   python main.py

Running Tests

Frontend Tests (Vite)

To run the frontend tests, follow these steps:

1. Navigate to the webapp directory:

   cd webapp

2. Run the tests using Vite:

   npm run test

Backend Tests

To run the backend tests, use the following procedure:

1. Ensure your Python environment is set up as described in the manual setup.

2. Navigate to the gdbui_server directory:

   cd gdbui_server

3. Run the tests using the unittest module:

   python -m unittest discover -s tests

Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community! To get started:

1. Fork the repository at c2siorg/GDB-UI.

2. Clone your fork:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/GDB-UI.git

3. Create a new branch for your feature or bugfix:

   git checkout -b feature-name

4. Make your changes and commit them:

   git commit -m "Description of your changes"

5. Push your branch to your fork:

   git push origin feature-name

6. Open a pull request on the main repository.

Please ensure your code adheres to our coding standards and is thoroughly tested before submitting your pull request.