How To Debug Embedded Systems Without a Debugger

Order your own PCB - PCBWay: https://pcbway.com/g/2NDSPg Learn about 2 ways that you can use to debug embedded systems without using a debugger! Texas Instruments MSP430 LaunchPad (US): https://amzn.to/3KzlePN MSP430 Microcontroller Basics - Book (US): https://amzn.to/2OY8tDT Last video: https://youtu.be/-g6J2TiAzJY Follow me on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/thefabytm_yt Like me on Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/TheFabytm Secondary Channel : http://www.youtube.com/MoreTheFabytm Follow me on Twitter : http://www.Twitter.com/TheFabytm Try Amazon Prime with a free 30 day trial: https://amzn.to/2MG3A0T Sign up for Airalo (international eSIM plans): https://www.airalo.com/?rfsn=4268870.6cf0a4 My name is Fabi and I am an Engineer and Tech Enthusiast from Romania. On my YouTube channel I do thorough reviews of gadgets, showcase my programming projects and show you which cars I am driving. 0:00 Intro & why to debug without a debugger 0:58 Technique 1 - Using LEDs as indicators 3:40 What to do when you don't have LEDs 5:21 Technique 2 - Using system LCD to display values 6:00 Why printf debugging is not used This video is part of my Embedded Systems Explained series and its aim is to highlight the alternatives to debugging on Embedded Systems when you don't have an actual debugger available. Embedded systems are a critical part of many modern applications, and understanding how to debug them is essential for success. Debugging techniques without a debugger include using LEDs to indicate that certain parts of your code have run or the system display to show the value of certain variables while the code is running. These techniques may be useful for those starting to develop programs for Embedded Systems at home, as debuggers can be expensive. This video also discusses about why using printf to debug is not effective on Embedded Systems.