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The compiler and debugger technologies of Mac OS X are essential for building software projects. Apple supports a number of open-source technologies, such as GCC and GDB, which can be used from Xcode or from the command line.

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CrashReporter (HTML)
TN2123: Describes CrashReporter and how to debug with crash logs.
2004-09-09
GDB for MacsBug Veterans (HTML) (PDF)
TN2030: Translate your experience with MacsBug into a working knowledge of the GNU source-level debugger (GDB).
2001-10-18
Getting Started with GDB (HTML) (PDF) ()
TN2032: Explains common C, C++ and Objective-C debugging tasks using gdb, plus helpful tips and tricks.
2001-12-07
Kernel Core Dumps (HTML)
TN2118: Explains how to gather and use remote kernel core dumps.
2004-11-12
Mac OS X Debugging Magic (HTML)
TN2124: Collection of Mac OS X debugging hints and tips.
2004-12-02