gdb

Additional Notes

gdb is a development command used to debug programs with the GNU Debugger. It provides an interactive shell for inspecting program state, setting breakpoints, stepping through code, and examining memory. It supports C, C++, Rust, and many other languages.

Syntax

gdb [options] [arguments]

Parameters

• options: Flags that change how gdb behaves.
• source-or-target: File, binary, object, or project target to inspect or process.
• arguments: Tool-specific build, debug, or inspection parameters.

Common Options

• --help: Show command help when supported.
• --version: Show version information when supported.

Examples

gdb --help
man gdb

Practical Notes

Options can vary by distribution and package version. Use man gdb, gdb --help, or the package documentation for exact syntax.