WinGDB is an extension program that allows you to debug remote Unix programs, local Windows (MinGW or Cygwin) applications, embedded or mobile Linux applications, embedded devices through JTAG/OCD interface and Palm webOS applications directly from Visual Studio using the GNU debugger (GDB) as a backend.ebugging with GDB (hence the name).
WinGDB is designed to be as easy and convenient as possible. If you are familiar with Visual Studio Debugger, you won't need much additional learning. Most features work exactly the same way. However, there are some platform-related differences and additional concepts specific to Unix operating systems (e.g. signal handling).
Limitations:
· 30 days trial or limited information presented during debugging (depending on the downloaded installer)
What's New in This Release:
· Virtualized GDB command shell window for safe direct execution of GDB commands.
· Support for Immediate and Command windows.
· Initial function breakpoint (aka. "Stop in main()") has configurable function name.
· Fixed a problem with file transfer when using Dropbear SSH server.
· GDB version compatibility: up to 7.5.1.
· Fixed some occassional crashes and minor bugs.