Debugging Java code line by line

Question

Is it possible to debug code line by line in Eclipse showing which line is executing so that I understand the logic of the code? I'm new to programming, please give me suitable advice.

Answer 1

It is possible if you launch your program in debug mode:

put a breakpoint in the section you want to debug.

Here is a quick tutorial to make a Debug launch configuration:

Answer 2

you need to:

1. create a breakpoint by double clicking the left margin of the code
2. launch your program in debug mode
3. use the stepping buttons or F5-F8 to step in different ways