micropippy

Micropippy is a graphical debugger for Bash programming language. It was designed to be a simple and easy-to-use tool that allows developers to step through their code, view variables, and set breakpoints.

Micropippy was first released in 2006 by Gavin Smith, a developer who aimed to create a debugger that was specifically tailored for Bash. Unlike more complex and feature-rich debuggers, Micropippy focuses on providing a clean and intuitive interface for debugging Bash scripts.

The debugger features a graphical interface that allows users to navigate through their code, set breakpoints, and view variables. Micropippy also includes features such as watchpoints, which allow users to monitor specific variables or expressions, and a step-through functionality that enables developers to execute their code line by line.

Micropippy is generally used for debugging Bash scripts, particularly in embedded system development and other environments where Bash is used as a scripting language. It is compatible with various Bash interpreters, including Bash and BusyBox.

The debugger has a relatively small codebase and is available under a permissive open-source license. While it may not provide the same level of functionality as more complex debuggers, Micropippy is a lightweight and easy-to-use tool that caters specifically to the needs of Bash developers.

Micropippy has been used by developers in various industries, including embedded system development, telecom, and web development. Its small size, simplicity, and Bash-specific features make it a popular choice for debugging Bash scripts.