binding_ _of__caller
Retrieve the binding of a method's caller in MRI Ruby and Rubinius for debugging purposes.
What is binding_ _of__caller?
binding_of_caller is a Ruby gem that provides the `Binding#of_caller` method to access the binding of a method's caller from anywhere in the call stack. It solves the problem of needing to inspect or modify the execution context of callers during debugging, allowing evaluation of code in their binding context. This is particularly useful for debugging complex Ruby applications where understanding variable states and execution flow is critical.
Ruby developers working on debugging, introspection, or development tools, especially those building REPLs, debuggers, or testing frameworks that require deep access to execution context.
Developers choose binding_of_caller because it offers unique, low-level access to caller bindings beyond Ruby's standard capabilities, enabling powerful debugging scenarios. Its tight integration with MRI Ruby and Rubinius, along with version-specific support, makes it a reliable tool for development environments where inspecting and manipulating call stack context is necessary.
Overview
Retrieve the binding of a method's caller in MRI 1.9.2+
Use Cases
Best For
- Debugging Ruby applications by inspecting caller variable states
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