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SuiteScript Debugging
Debugging SuiteScript
SuiteScript debugging uses SuiteScript Debugger and Chrome DevTools.
Introduction to SuiteScript Debugging
Debugging is a crucial aspect of SuiteScript development. It helps identify and fix bugs, ensuring your scripts run smoothly in NetSuite. This guide will explore two main tools for debugging SuiteScript: the SuiteScript Debugger and Chrome DevTools.
Using the SuiteScript Debugger
The SuiteScript Debugger is an integrated tool within NetSuite that allows developers to step through their code, inspect variables, and evaluate expressions. It provides a real-time environment to test and debug scripts.
Setting Up the SuiteScript Debugger
- Navigate to Customization > Scripting > Script Debugger.
- Choose the script you want to debug from the list.
- Set breakpoints by clicking on the line numbers in the script editor.
- Use the controls to start, pause, and step through the script execution.
Debugging with Chrome DevTools
Chrome DevTools offers a robust set of utilities for debugging SuiteScript, particularly for client-side scripts. It allows you to inspect DOM elements, view console logs, and monitor network requests.
Accessing Chrome DevTools
To begin using Chrome DevTools:
- Right-click on the webpage and select Inspect to open DevTools.
- Navigate to the Sources tab to view and debug your SuiteScript files.
- Set breakpoints, watch expressions, and step through code just as you would with any JavaScript application.
Conclusion
By leveraging the SuiteScript Debugger and Chrome DevTools, developers can efficiently troubleshoot and resolve issues in their SuiteScript code. Both tools provide comprehensive debugging capabilities suited for different parts of the SuiteScript lifecycle.
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