That’s exactly how I’ve been using it all along. I didn’t know it had a name, but I opened a previous conversation and simply asked, 'Review our conversation. Is this rubber duck debugging?
Got this:
Yes, this conversation does align with the concept of “rubber duck debugging,” which is a method where a developer explains their code or problems to an inanimate object, such as a rubber duck, in order to clarify their thinking and uncover solutions.
Key Aspects of Rubber Duck Debugging in Our Conversation:
Explaining the Problem: You’ve been explaining issues and errors in your code step-by-step, as well as discussing the structure and organization of your files and directories.
Step-by-Step Problem Solving: We went through the process of debugging various issues, such as errors related to missing modules, routing problems, and configuration issues.
Clarifying Thought Process: The conversation involved clarifying certain technical aspects, which mirrors how a developer might talk through their code to better understand it themselves.
Iterative Troubleshooting: We’ve repeatedly revisited issues and refined our approach, which is characteristic of how rubber duck debugging helps to identify the root cause of a problem.
While the term “rubber duck debugging” typically involves explaining the code to an inanimate object, in this case, you’ve been using me as a “virtual rubber duck” to guide you through the process and help identify errors. This technique is often helpful for developers to slow down, think critically, and uncover solutions they might not have seen otherwise.