traceback

/ˈtreɪsˌbæk/

Definitions

1. noun

A record of the calls made by a program while it is running, used to diagnose errors and track the flow of a program.

“The developer used the traceback to identify the source of the error in the application.”

2. verb

To follow or retrace the steps of a program in order to diagnose or understand an error or problem.

“The support team will have to traceback the issue to resolve the customer’s problem.”

Synonyms

  • error report
  • stack trace

Antonyms

  • error prevention