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The document outlines a systematic approach to debugging developed by Stephen A. Edwards. It consists of seven steps, starting from identifying undesired behavior to testing hypotheses and iteratively adjusting points along a linear model until the bug is located. This method emphasizes a structured process for effective debugging.

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Debugging

The document outlines a systematic approach to debugging developed by Stephen A. Edwards. It consists of seven steps, starting from identifying undesired behavior to testing hypotheses and iteratively adjusting points along a linear model until the bug is located. This method emphasizes a structured process for effective debugging.

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Debugging

Stephen A. Edwards

Columbia University

Spring 2026
The Edwards Way to Debug

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1. Identify undesired behavior


2. Construct linear model for desired behavior
3. Pick a point along model
4. Form desired behavior hypothesis for point
5. Test
6. Move point toward failure if point working, away otherwise
7. Repeat #4–#6 until bug is found

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