It is possible to debug existing or newly creating Profound.js modules on your local machine.
The first step is to install Profound.js onto your local machine by using 'npm install profoundjs'
This guide will show you how to debug an existing application - the same application generated in the Generate Profound.js Modules with JumpStart guide.
Step 1 - Setup
Firstly, you have to copy all the source (and dependencies for that source) onto your local machine.
For example, if your Profound.js module was stored in /profoundjs/modules/demolib/prodapp.js on your IBM i, then you would copy it to /profoundjs/modules/demolib/prodapp.js on your local machine.
If you have to copy a Profound.js module into a directory that does not exist on your local machine yet, do not forget to add it to your pathlist on your Profound.js server settings.
Step 2 - Test
Once you have mapped the files to your local machine, you should test that your IBM i can reach your local machine.
- On your genie session: CALL PJSMYIP. This changes your session to point to your local Profound.js server.
- Start your local Profound.js server. Change your current directory to your Profound.js and use 'node start' to start the Profound.js server.
- Lastly, call your program: CALL PRODAPP. This will redirect the call to your local Profound.js server, where the JavaScript is run.