[ruby-core:120969] [Ruby master Feature#21105] Improve Ruby Stack Trace to Include Exact Error Position (Column Number)

Issue #21105 has been updated by matz (Yukihiro Matsumoto).

Status changed from Open to Closed

I like introducing the column number in the error message, but in reality, =
it is hard to get column numbers from the error object, and I don't think i=
t's worth the extensive overhaul to make that possible.
Probably we will add this in the future wishlist.

Matz.


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Feature #21105: Improve Ruby Stack Trace to Include Exact Error Position (C=
olumn Number)
https://bugs.ruby-lang.org/issues/21105#change-111868

* Author: ennder (J=E9r=F4me BATAILLE)
* Status: Closed
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## Subject

Improve Ruby Stack Trace to Include Exact Error Position (Column Number)

## Description

Currently, when an exception occurs in Ruby, the stack trace provides the f=
ile name and line number but does not indicate the exact position (column n=
umber) where the error occurred within the line. This lack of precision can=
 make debugging more challenging, especially in cases where multiple method=
 calls or expressions are present on the same line.

## Example

``` ruby
class Example
  def self.run
    nil.some_method_call  # Error occurs here
  end
end

Example.run
```

## Expected Behavior

The stack trace should include the column number where the error occurred, =
e.g.:

``` ruby
trace.rb:4:10:in `run': undefined method `some_method_call' for nil:NilClas=
s (NoMethodError)
```


## Benefits

More precise debugging.

Easier identification of errors in complex one-liner expressions.

Better tooling support for editors and debuggers.

## Additional Notes

Would it be possible to add this enhancement in a future Ruby version?

Thank you for considering this request!




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