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"Unbound breakpoint" in node_modules
An "Unbound breakpoint" error typically occurs when you try to set a breakpoint in a file within the node_modules
directory. This error indicates that the debugger is unable to bind the breakpoint because the file is part of a third-party package and not part of your project's source code.
When working with a Node.js project, the node_modules
directory contains the installed dependencies, and it's generally not recommended to modify or debug the code within this directory.
To resolve this issue, you have a few options:
Move the breakpoint: If you need to debug a specific part of your code that depends on a module within
node_modules
, try moving the breakpoint to a location within your project's source code instead.Debug the calling code: Instead of setting a breakpoint within the
node_modules
code, set a breakpoint in the calling code within your project. This allows you to trace the flow of execution from your code to the third-party module.Utilize source maps: If the third-party module supports source maps, you can enable source map support in your debugger. Source maps provide a mapping between the original source code and the compiled/minified code, allowing you to debug the original code even if it's located within
node_modules
. Check the documentation of your debugger or the third-party module to see if source maps are available and how to enable them.
Remember that debugging code within the node_modules
directory should generally be avoided, as it can lead to complications and inconsistencies. It's best to focus on debugging your own code and rely on the maintainers of the third-party modules for debugging and issue resolution within their codebase.