How to debug JavaScript in IE?

Question

Is there a better way to debug JavaScript than MS Script Editor? I am searching for something like Firebug. Firebug Lite doesn\'t offer this functionality, though. ­­­­­­­­­

Answer 1

The only other debugger for JavaScript in the IE context is Visual Studio, but it'll cost you. What problems are you having with the script debugger that leads to think you need a better debugger?

I suspect that what you are after are the additional features that aren't specifically about debugging JavaScript but analysing the HTML DOM that has been modified by the JavaScript and the monitoring of the conversation with the server.

The IE developer toolbar I find particularly invaluable for debugging web apps as is Fiddler.

Answer 2

Though not strictly debuggers, these are useful tools for your arsenal

• http://www.debugbar.com/
• http://projects.nikhilk.net/WebDevHelper/

Answer 3

I would try and go for DebugBar. It's not as nice as Firebug, but it's very useful for javascript debugging...