How can I use Pry for debugging in Ruby?

How can I use Pry for debugging in Ruby?

Pry is a powerful alternative to the standard IRB shell for Ruby. You can use it to set breakpoints, inspect variables, and navigate through your code.

How do I install Pry?

You can install Pry by adding it to your Gemfile with gem 'pry' and then running bundle install, or you can install it directly using gem install pry.

Can you show me an example of setting a breakpoint?

Sure! You can set a breakpoint in your code by adding binding.pry where you want to pause execution. When the code reaches that line, it will drop you into a Pry session.

What can I do in the Pry session?

In the Pry session, you can inspect variables, execute Ruby code, navigate the call stack, and even modify your code on the fly.