Using E4 Spies to Debug Eclipse Applications - A Developer's Guide

Learn how to effectively debug Eclipse applications using E4 spies in this comprehensive conference talk from EclipseCon 2022. Master debugging techniques for RCP development with the E4 runtime, exploring how spies have been integrated directly into the PDE project for immediate availability during application execution. Discover powerful debugging capabilities including UI component visibility troubleshooting, toolbar item enablement verification, perspective organization analysis, and dynamic application model modifications. Gain practical insights into working with events, injection, CSS styling, and injectable objects through real-world examples. Explore the process of creating custom spies for specific development needs, with detailed demonstrations from Eclipse expert Olivier Prouvost of OPCoach. Elevate your Eclipse debugging skills by understanding the full potential of E4 spies and their implementation in modern Eclipse development workflows.