Debugging a Node js Express API in VS Code Debugger

Debugging Express-based APIs in Node.js using Visual Studio Code (VS Code) offers a more integrated experience than traditional console logging. Node.js is a JavaScript runtime that allows server-side execution, and Express is a minimalist framework for building APIs. This tutorial guides users through creating a simple API with Express, setting up endpoints for managing user data, and using VS Code's debugger to identify and fix errors, such as a misconfigured JSON request. The debugger allows setting breakpoints and examining variable states, providing insights into runtime behavior. The process involves creating an API, sending requests using cURL, and leveraging VS Code's debugging capabilities to trace and correct issues, ultimately enhancing the development and debugging workflow for APIs.