debug mode

In both software development and video game testing, 'debug mode' is a crucial tool that provides extra information and control to help identify and fix issues.

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Definition

B2Software Development

(technical)A setting that provides detailed information and tools to help developers identify and fix bugs in a program.

Example

  • The developer switched to debug mode to find out why the application was crashing.

B2Video Game Development

(technical)A hidden toolset used by developers to test and modify game behavior, often enabling cheats and diagnostics.

Example

  • The game developers used debug mode to test the new level for any glitches.

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