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Date Published
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Brian Hackett
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452
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Summary

Replay.io has launched a new approach to debugging by enhancing the traditional print statement, which allows developers to record and replay bugs with immediate evaluation and editing of print statements, making debugging more accessible and collaborative. Since its launch, Replay.io has been used to debug complex software such as the TypeScript compiler and vscode.dev, and has even been adopted as a teaching tool in classrooms. It offers a novel way to review pull requests by allowing users to see how new code is executed. A significant development has been the ability to record on Windows, capturing operating system calls for seamless playback, even when replaying in the cloud. This advancement paves the way for a future where software can be replayed by default, regardless of the platform, enhancing both individual and team debugging capabilities.