How to Integrate Delve Debugger into Visual Studio Code for Go Development?

Delve Debugger Integration in Visual Studio Code

Setting up the Delve debugger in Visual Studio Code for Go development requires a series of steps:

1. Environment Setup:

   • Ensure the latest Golang version is installed.
   • Set GOROOT and GOPATH environment variables.
   • Add $GOPATH/bin to the OS PATH variable.
   • Set GO15VENDOREXPERIMENT=1.
   • Install the dlv binary.

2. Visual Studio Code Setup:

   • Download and install Visual Studio Code.
   • Install the Go extension.
   • Restart Visual Studio Code to enable the extension.

3. Project Setup:

   • Open the target Golang folder in Visual Studio Code.
   • Create a new Go file (e.g., hello.go).

4. Debugger Configuration:

   • Open the launch.json file in the debug folder.

   • Ensure the following properties are set:

     • "type": "go"
     • "request": "launch"
     • "mode": "debug"
     • "program": "${workspaceRoot}"

5. Debugging:

   • Set breakpoints in the code.
   • Start debugging by pressing F5 or the Debug button.
   • Use F10, F11, and Shift F11 to step over, step into, and step out, respectively.
   • Press Shift F5 to stop debugging.

6. Tips:

   • Ensure that the dlv binary is in your $GOPATH/bin directory.
   • Use "Show Log" in launch.json to troubleshoot any issues.
   • The host address (127.0.0.1) should match the IP address of your development machine.

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