This project focuses on debugging issues in a web stack. Web stack debugging involves identifying and resolving problems that occur within the various layers of a web application, including the server, network, and application layers. This project provides hands-on experience with common debugging tools and techniques used to diagnose and fix issues in a web stack.
- Introduction to strace
- How to Use strace
- Nginx Documentation
- How to Manage Nginx Processes
- Linux Process Management
- Understand the basics of web stack debugging
- Learn how to use common debugging tools such as
strace - Identify and resolve issues in a web stack
- Understand the importance of logs and how to use them for debugging
- Learn how to manage and debug Nginx processes
| Task | Description | File |
|---|---|---|
| 0. Run software as another user | Write a script that runs a command as another user | 0-iamsomeoneelse |
| 1. Run Nginx as Nginx | Write a script that configures Nginx to run as the nginx user |
1-run_nginx_as_nginx |
| 2. 7 lines or less | Write a script that fixes a given issue in 7 lines or less | 100-fix_in_7_lines_or_less |
- Ensure you have the necessary permissions to execute the scripts.
- Test the scripts in a safe environment to avoid any unintended changes to your system.
- Refer to the resources provided for a deeper understanding of each concept and its practical applications.
- Regularly check and analyze your server logs to monitor the performance and security of your web server.