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node-inspect-debugger

Debug Node.js applications via Chrome DevTools Protocol with breakpoints and step-through execution.

1|Updated Jun 9, 2026
Search Tags:#debugging#chrome devtools#cdp#nodejs#node inspect
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Skill: node-inspect-debugger
Source: https://github.com/aivos-xie/hermes-skills/tree/main/software-development/node-inspect-debugger
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/aivos-xie/hermes-skills --skill node-inspect-debugger-aivos-xie

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires chrome-remote-interface, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers debug Node.js applications by providing a command-line interface to the Chrome DevTools Protocol, allowing for real-time debugging and inspection.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Command-Line Debugging: Use node inspect to debug Node.js scripts from the terminal with breakpoints, step-through execution, and more.
  • Automated Breakpoints: Integrate chrome-remote-interface for scriptable debugging, useful for automated testing and long-running processes.
  • Use Case: When you need to investigate a Node.js application that's not behaving as expected, this Skill can attach to the process, set breakpoints, and inspect the state of the application.

Quick Start

Start debugging a script with node inspect path/to/script.js.

Frequently Asked Questions about node-inspect-debugger

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I debug a Node.js application from the command line?▼

Use `node inspect path/to/script.js` to debug Node.js applications from the command line. This attaches the Chrome DevTools Protocol to set breakpoints, step through execution, and inspect application state.

Can I automate Node.js debugging with the Chrome DevTools Protocol?▼

Yes, you can automate Node.js debugging by integrating the `chrome-remote-interface` dependency, enabling scriptable breakpoints and state inspection for long-running processes and automated testing scenarios.

What do I need to use Chrome DevTools Protocol for Node.js debugging?▼

To use Chrome DevTools Protocol for Node.js debugging, you need both Node.js and Python installed in your environment to handle breakpoints, step-through execution, and state inspection.

What's the best way to inspect a Node.js process that is behaving unexpectedly?▼

The best way to inspect an unexpected Node.js process is using `node inspect` to attach to it, set automated breakpoints, and evaluate the real-time application state via the Chrome DevTools Protocol.

Does command-line Node.js debugging support step-through execution?▼

Yes, command-line Node.js debugging supports step-through execution. By leveraging the Chrome DevTools Protocol, you can pause scripts, step through code line-by-line, and inspect variables.

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