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Date Published
Author
Jason Laster
Word count
270
Language
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None

Summary

Replay began as a debugger similar to others that relied heavily on breakpoints, with print statements hidden in a context menu, but it evolved by making breakpoints function more like print statements to align with developers' natural debugging habits. This shift was a result of months of iteration and user feedback, reflecting the company's commitment to reimagining debugging practices over 2021. Despite initial skepticism about the feasibility and preference of a time travel debugger over traditional methods, Replay has consistently engaged with users to refine their approach, leading to the introduction of an in-line action for print statements. Looking ahead to 2022, Replay aims to innovate in collaborative debugging within teams and communities, inspired by insights from hundreds of user interactions and shared experiences.