What is an assertion error and how can I debug it?

What is an assertion error and how can I debug it?

An assertion error occurs when an assertion statement fails, indicating that a condition expected to be true is false. To debug it, check the condition in the assertion and ensure that the inputs leading to it are correct.

Can you give me an example of an assertion error?

Sure! For instance, if you have an assertion like assert x > 0, and x is -1, it will raise an assertion error because the condition is not met.

What tools can I use to debug assertion errors?

You can use debugging tools like pdb in Python, or IDEs like PyCharm and Visual Studio Code, which have built-in debuggers.

How can I prevent assertion errors in my code?

To prevent assertion errors, validate inputs before assertions and use exception handling to manage unexpected conditions.