# Starting a Ruby debug session [edit]

This help topic explains how to start a Ruby debug session.

## Instructions

To start a Ruby debug session:

1. Open your ruby file and set a breakpoint like you would set a breakpoint in a java file.
2. Select Run > Debug As > Ruby Application. The Debug perspective will open.
3. In the launch view use step into, step over, step return to step through the code. Use the Resume button to resume the application.

## Related Topics

- Ruby Debugger
- Ruby debugger prerequisites
- Ruby Debug Views
- Automatic Ruby code reloading
- Inspection shortcuts (Ruby)
- Debugging into ruby libraries
- Known Ruby debugging limitations

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