How would you debug a complex Gulpfile?
To debug a complex Gulpfile, I would follow these steps :
1. Install gulp-debug : This plugin logs the files going through the pipeline.
2. Use ‘gulp-plumber’: It prevents pipe breaking caused by errors from gulp plugins.
3. Utilize Node.js built-in debugger or third-party tools like WebStorm or Visual Studio Code for debugging tasks.
4. Implement ‘gulp-notify’ and ‘gulp-util’ to get error notifications in your operating system.
5. Break down tasks into smaller parts if possible. Debug each part separately to isolate issues.
6. Log variables at different stages of your tasks using console.log() to understand what’s happening inside your tasks.
