Code Tracing

Definition

Code tracing is the process of manually following the execution of a program to understand how it works and identify any errors or bugs. It involves stepping through each line of code, keeping track of variable values and function calls.

Related terms

Debugging:

The process of finding and fixing errors or bugs in a program.

Variable Scope: Refers to where in a program a variable can be accessed and used.

Function Call: Invoking or using a function in your code to perform a specific task.